The College has a placement rate of 95 percent for graduates over the past decade. If you continue your education after graduation, you may transfer your general education credits and some departmental credits to other colleges or universities. The College meets the professional standards set by the Northwest Association of Schools and Colleges and also has earned accreditation from the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Programs. Job prospects should be best for medical assistants with formal training or experience. Most employers prefer to hire graduates of formal programs in medical assisting.
All students develop basic workplace skills in writing, math and interpersonal communications.
Medical law and ethics, medical terminology, anatomy and physiology and an externship in a professional setting are required of all health services majors. Learn outpatient blood procedures, diagnostic testing, how to respond correctly to emergency situations, how to assist with office surgery, front office billing procedures and basic computer skills. This compares to a national average of 69 percent. Salaries for entry-level positions in medical assisting vary by region and type of practice. Understand time management, create effective work schedules and learn desktop publishing.