Medical Assistant Training
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In this course students will learn to perform a wide range of tasks, such as drawing blood, administering injections, measure and record vital signs, and other point-of-care testing. Students will also learn how to assist physicians during exams, and interview and educate patients.
Upon completion of this course, students will be eligible to sit for the NHA certification exam to gain the credential of CCMA. This exam is included in the course price.
Basic Life Support (CPR) certification through the American Heart Association is also included in the course price.
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Prerequisite courses: CNA, CMA, EKG, and Phlebotomy
Students must be 18 years of age to enroll in this course. Students must have a high school diploma or GED to sit for the optional NHA certification exam.
You must provide a valid email address to sign up for this course. This course has an online component and your email is used to register you for our online course delivery platform. If you don’t have an email address, you can get one here: NEW GMAIL ACCOUNT
Students must provide current negative TB skin test result (within 6 months prior to clinicals).
Students must pass a drug screen and background check provided by the school prior to clinicals.
80 clinical hours are required to complete the course.
Enrollment into this course requires an in-person interview with our instructors and admissions staff. You’ll still complete your enrollment online but you will be contacted by our student account manager to schedule the in-person interview. This is a requirement for every prospective Medical Assistant student.
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This is a part-time course that lasts a total of 295 hours
Theory/Didactic: 155 hrs
Skills Lab: 60 hrs
Clinicals: 80 hrs
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Private pay (non-sponsored student) balances must be paid in full prior to the course start date. A non-refundable deposit is due at the time of enrollment to hold your seat. That deposit is applied to your course price.
Students sponsored by one of our community partners: DCF, Fortify Education, Workforce, City of Wichita, Facility sponsors, or other funding sources are exempt from this. Each sponsor will be invoiced accordingly. Students will be given the opportunity to select this payment type when completing the online enrollment form.
Total Course Price - $2,897 (no hidden fees)
Course Price Includes:
NHA Certification Exam
BLS Certification
Background and Drug Screen for Clinicals
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Financial Aid Options through Fortify
We are committed to providing accessible and manageable financing options for our students. That's why we've partnered with Fortify to offer loan solutions tailored to those enrolled in our programs.
Fortify provides clear and straightforward loan terms. Our commitment includes transparency in all our communications, ensuring you understand the full details of your financial commitments without surprises.
Ready to explore your options? Click here to Apply Now, or contact Fortify at 214-644-6444 for more detailed information.
We work with several community partners to help students find financial assistance.
Dept. of Children and Families (DCF)
If you already receive other benefits then you may qualify for tuition assistance. Contact your case worker if you already have one.
WSCCAP - Wichita Sedgwick County Community Action Partnership Grant
Available to Sedgwick County Residents
Call 316-462-3700 Option 2 for more info
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The certification exam for this course is optional. We certify through the NHA and the certification you receive is nationally recognized.
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You will attend classes and take your certification exam at our Wichita, KS location
1217 W Douglas Ave in Wichita, KS 67213