Call Today! (877) 347-5492 ONLINE LEARNING LOG IN SCHEDULE APPOINTMENT PROGRAMS LOCATIONS ADMISSIONS STUDENT SERVICES Eng | Spa Allied Health Diploma Program Medical Assisting Please select a campus Auburndale Brandon Fort Myers Orlando Port Charlotte Sanford Tampa Please select a program I would like to request information Let's schedule an appointment When are you available to start? January February March April May June July August September October November December By pressing the "Request Information" button, I am expressly providing my consent for Southern Technical College (or its agents or representatives) to contact me at the phone number(s) I have provided for marketing purposes, ... More REQUEST INFORMATION Medical Assisting Diploma Program If working in the medical field is a dream of yours, the Medical Assisting training program at Southern Technical College is a great place to get started. In our Medical Assisting program, you can prepare to work along side physicians and other healthcare professionals in a challenging and fast-paced environment. At Southern Technical College, our Medical Assisting diploma program is designed to be completed in 10 months. Upon graduation, you’ll be prepared to work in a variety of healthcare settings, performing duties like scheduling appointments, maintaining medical records, recording vital signs and medical histories, preparing patients for examination, drawing blood, and more. Join this exciting and growing career field. Program overview: 10-month diploma program A set of required materials and textbooks are provided at no additional cost Hands-on learning Eligible to sit for the Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA) exam Why Southern Technical College: Day and evening classes available Small class sizes Accredited Faculty of industry professionals Resume building and interviewing prep Financial aid available to those who qualify You’ll study both the administrative and clinical aspects of the medical field and participate in clinical laboratory classes, where you can apply the knowledge you’ve gained. Emphasis is placed on medical theory and terminology, as well as the practices and procedures associated with the operation of a healthcare facility such as private physicians offices, health clinics and hospitals. Is a Career in Allied Health Right for You? Take the Career Training Readiness Quiz This fun, online quiz takes 3-minutes to complete and you’ll get a personalized report which identifies your strengths and social style. Plus you will discover the training and positions you’re best suited for. Get your Allied Health Career Training Readiness score now! Course Titles Introduction to Health Careers Medical Terminology Foundations of Anatomy and Physiology Clinical Skills for Medical Assistants Medical Procedures Fundamentals of Pharmacology Allied Health Laboratory Skills Medical Assisting Externship Introduction to Electronic Health Records If you’re considering schools for medical assisting programs in Florida, it’s time to find out why Southern Technical College is the place for you. Contact us today to get started. Career options upon graduation Diagnostic Laboratories Hospitals Nursing Care Facilities Physicians‘ Offices Outpatient Care Centers Urgent Care Centers Walk-In Clinics Medical Assisting program is available at these locations: A Auburndale 450 Havendale Blvd. Auburndale, FL 33823 B Brandon 608 E. Bloomingdale Ave. Brandon, FL 33511 C Fort Myers 1685 Medical Lane Ft Myers, FL 33907 D Orlando 1485 Florida Mall Ave. Orlando, FL 32809 E Port Charlotte 950 Tamiami Trail #109 Port Charlotte, FL 33953 F Sanford 2910 S. Orlando Drive Sanford, FL 32773 G Tampa 3910 Riga Blvd. Tampa, FL 33619 Why Southern Tech? At Southern Technical College we strive to provide an education that will prepare students to pursue successful careers and lead enriched lives. Based on the current market demands, we seek to provide the most relevant knowledge to our students and strive to ensure that our technology, our curriculum and our faculty are in-touch with today’s and tomorrow’s industry needs. Financial Assistance Options This is most often the scariest part of your decision to go to college, but don’t worry, our staff will walk you through the process step-by-step. Financial Aid is available to those who qualify. Federal Pell Grant Federal Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grant (FSEOG) William D. Ford Federal Direct Loan Program Federal Parent Loans for Undergraduate Students Veterans’ Benefits and Assistance Career Training Readiness Quiz This fun, online quiz takes 3-minutes to complete and you’ll get a personalized report which identifies your strengths and social style. Plus you will discover the training and positions you’re best suited for. 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(877) 347-5492 Southern Technical College – Fort Myers, Port Charlotte, and Tampa campuses are accredited by the Accrediting Council for Independent Colleges and Schools (ACICS) to award bachelor degrees, associate degrees, and diplomas. The Accrediting Council for Independent Colleges and Schools is listed as a recognized accrediting agency by the United States Department of Education. ACICS may be contacted at 1350 Eye Street, Suite 560, Washington, DC 20005. The telephone number is (202) 336-6780. Southern Technical College – Orlando, Auburndale, Brandon, and Sanford campuses are accredited by the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges (ACCSC) to award associate degrees and diplomas. The Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges is listed as a recognized accrediting agency by the United States Department of Education. ACCSC may be contacted at 2101 Wilson Boulevard, Suite 302, Arlington, VA 22201. The telephone number is (703)-247-4212. Southern Technical College is licensed by the Commission for Independent Education, Florida Department of Education. Information regarding this institution may be obtained by contacting the Commission at 325 West Gaines Street, Suite 1414, Tallahassee, FL 32399-0400, toll-free telephone number (888)224-6684 The Associate of Applied Science Degree in Surgical Technician at the Fort Myers, Tampa, and Port Charlotte campuses is also accredited by the Accrediting Bureau of Health Education Schools (ABHES), 7777 Leesburg Pike, Suite 314, N. Falls Church, Virginia 22043. 703-917-9503. For more information visit www.abhes.org. Associate of Science in Nursing Program To practice as a Professional Nurse in Florida, you are required to pass the National Council Licensure Examination for Registered Nurses (NCLEX-RN). This is a standardized exam taken by students nationally. The Associate Degree in Nursing at the Fort Myers campus is also accredited by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN), 3390 Peachtree Road NE, Suite 1400, Atlanta, GA 30326. 404-975-5000. For more information visit www.acenursing.org. The most recent accreditation decision made by the ACEN Board of Commissioners for the Associate of Science in Nursing program is Initial Accreditation. View the public information disclosed by the ACEN regarding this program at http://www.acenursing.us/accreditedprograms/programSearch.htm.