Medical Assisting
Program Details
Program Content:
This program will enable the student to gain knowledge of administrative, clerical and clinical skills; to included, ECG, phlebotomy, laboratory skills, minor surgery, patient examination, evaluation, and education. Upon successful completion of this course, graduates will be eligible for national certification for medical assisting, EKG Technician & Phlebotomy Technician.
Certification/Licensure:
Program graduates are prepared to earn AAMA Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA), Certified ECG Technician (CET), and Certified Phlebotomy Technician certifications. Certified in BLS. NHA Certified Clinical Medical Assistant CCMA with NHA.
CTSO:
SkillsUSA and/or HOSA are the approved co-curricular career and technical student organizations which provide activities for students as an integral part of the instruction by providing leadership training and reinforcing specific career and technical skills.
Articulation:
Career and Technical credit shall be awarded to the student on a transcript in accordance with Section 1001.44(3) (b), F.S.
Start Date:
August
Length of Program::
Full-Time Hybrid: 1300 hours approximately 11 months to complete
(including 200 hours clinical)
OCP A
Course Number: HSC0003
Course Title: Basic Healthcare Worker
Length: 90 hours
OCP B
Course Number: MEA0002
Course Title: Introduction to Medical Assisting
Length: 250 hours
Course Number: MEA0501
Course Title: Medical Office Procedures
Length: 75 hours
OCP C
Course Number: MEA0521
Course Title: Phlebotomist, MA
Length: 75 hours
OCP D
Course Number: MEA0543
Course Title: EKG Aide, MA
Length: 75 hours
OCP E
Course Number: MEA0581
Course Title: Clinical Assisting
Length: 230 hours
Course Number: MEA0530
Course Title: Pharmacology for Medical Assisting
Length: 90 hours
Course Number: MEA0573
Course Title: Laboratory Procedures
Length: 125 hours
Course Number: MEA0506
Course Title: Administrative Office Procedures
Length: 90 hours
Course Number: MEA0942
Course Title: Practicum Experience
Length: 200 hours
Times:
Day (on Campus): Tuesday – Thursday 8:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Hybrid (online): Monday & Friday (Remote Online)
Location:
MTC East Campus, 5520 Lakewood Ranch Blvd., Bradenton, FL 34211
941.752.8100
Apply to MTC at https://manateetech.edu/apply-now/. Submit your application to access your “To Do List.” You are not accepted into the program after applying. You must complete your To Do list.
Note: The Basic Skills Assessment must be taken within 6 weeks of your admit date unless exemption criteria have been documented per State Statute. For exemption information, see the Student Handbook located here: https://www.manateetech.edu/quick-docs/
Program #H170515 CIP# 0351080102
Estimated Tuition, Lab, and Fees (includes $60.00 Administrative Fee)
$6,102.00
Additional Fees Due Prior to Pre-Admittance
Application Fee
$45.00
Physical Exam & Immunizations
Estimated: $100.00
Background Check (All for Life)
$70.00-$90.00
CastleBranch: Preadmission Tracker
$24.00
Books and Uniforms
Textbook Estimate (day) (Purchase Online)
TBD
NAVY Scrub Top; NAVY Scrub Pants with Embroidery from The Scrub Club (Embroidery alone is $9.75 / each piece)
1 Navy Blue Lab Coat
Estimate: $70.00
Estimated: $45.00
Additional Required Items (Outside Vendor)
Watch with a Second Hand
Estimated: $15.00
*Estimated Total Cost of Program
$6,491.00
*Prices are subject to change
Uniforms may be covered for Pell eligible students once aid has been applied to all Tuition & Fee charges.
The Scrub: 8527 SR 70 East, Bradenton, Fl 34202
(941) 755-9669
https://thescrubclub.com
Financial aid available depending on student’s eligibility.
All pre-admission fees are non-refundable and not covered by Financial Aid. Prices are subject to change.
Annual fees (charged each academic year from July 1—June 30).
Textbook estimate. Current book list and prices: https://manateetech.edu/current-students/bookstore/
Tuition is $2.92 per hour for Florida residents. Tuition is $11.71 per hour for Non-Florida residents.
Visit MTC Financial Aid page for more information.
Download Florida Department of Education Curriculum Framework (.rtf)
Career Outlook:
31-9092.00 Medical Assistants
31-9099.00 Healthcare Support Workers, All Other
43-4171.00 Receptionists and Information Clerks
31-9097.00 Phlebotomists
Top Local Employers:
Intercoastal Medical Group, First Physicians Group
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Testimonial Video
Program Fact
Cumulative Job Placement Rate
91.07%
for years 2019-2023
LENGTH
1300 hrs (11 mos),
incl. 200 hrs clinical
LOCATION
East Campus,
Lakewood Ranch
DELIVERY
Full-time:
Hybrid
DUAL ENROLLMENT
No
Ready to Start Your Career? Have Questions?
Amy Gates
Career Counselor
5520 Lakewood Ranch Blvd, Bradenton, FL 34211
Call 941.752.8100
Email: mtcalliedhealth@manateeschools.net
or schedule an appointment:
