Medical Assistant (MA)

This nine-month program prepares students to perform both clinical and administrative tasks in healthcare settings, which include taking patient vitals, preparing exam rooms, assisting with procedures, scheduling appointments, and managing patient records and billing. Students will also learn clinical skills, such as injections, various procedures, and wound care. Career pathways include continuing your education to become a Licensed Vocational Nurse, Registered Nurse or a Physician Assistant.

Common Workplaces for MAs:

• Physician Offices
• Clinics
• Hospitals
• Outpatient Care Centers
• Diagnostic Laboratories

Medical Assistant Requirements 

• Classes held Tuesdays/Thursdays 5:45-9:10 pm (Fall Semester)
• Externship component: times/days will vary (Spring Semester) 
• Current CPR for health care provider or professional rescuer certificate.
•  Physical exam
• Current  TB
• Proof of immunizations
• Interested students MUST attend the Medical Assistant (MA) Info Session: Thursday, April 16th from 5:30-7pm on Zoom

Students interested in this program must contact Mari Lopez Manzo at 805-898-8121 or email mmanzolopez@pipeline.sbcc.edu