With an aging population and advances in medicine that allow people to live longer, employment in health care continues to grow. As a result, many health care career opportunities are being created. Fact is, the job of medical assistant is predicted to be one of the fastest-growing occupations through 2014.* Take advantage of this growing trend and enter the rewarding profession as a medical assistant with Southeastern Career College. Classes are offered in the morning, afternoon, and evening so you can have a schedule that suits you best.
Career Preparation
The Medical Assistant Diploma program places an emphasis on understanding medical terminology, body systems, and clinical procedures. The computer technology and word processing facets of the curriculum enhance your potential for job placement. You will also gain on-the-job work experience through an externship at a medical facility. As a graduate of this program, these are some of the tasks that may be given to you by a supervising physician:
- Administering injections
- Drawing blood samples for analysis
- Monitoring vital signs
- Taking EKGs
- Assisting in minor surgical procedures
- Performing basic accounting procedures and fundamentals of charting and documentation
This program will assist you in preparing for the Registered Medical Assistant (RMA) exam sponsored by American Medical Technologists.† You are not required to take this exam for employment as a medical assistant, but employers look favorably on those candidates who have taken the extra time and effort.
Career Opportunities
With the knowledge, work habits, and career training that you gain from Southeastern Career College, you may apply for entry-level employment as a medical assistant in doctors' offices, clinics, and hospitals.
* Bureau of Labor Statistics, U.S. Department of Labor, Occupational Outlook Handbook, 2006-2007 Edition.
† However, the School cannot guarantee your eligibility either to take this exam or become certified. Your eligibility may depend on your work experience, completion of high school (or its equivalent), not having a criminal record, meeting other licensure or certification requirements, or the program or School itself having appropriate accreditation or licensure. Externship sites may themselves require a criminal background check or medical examination.