Medical Assistant | Concorde Career Colleges

A Medical Assistant (MA) performs clinical and administrative tasks in a physician’s office, hospital and other healthcare facilities. MAs interact with patients to take medical histories and vital signs, prepare them for procedures, and explain different experiences during their visit.

A career path that sustains family and community

The Medical Assistant program at Concorde Career College prepares you for a diploma with hands-on classes and externships that teach you skills such as scheduling and receiving patients, preparing and maintaining medical records, infection control and much more. The Medical Assistant program is offered at all 16 Concorde campuses.

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Have you been thinking about becoming a Medical Assistant? Have you been searching for Medical Assistant programs near you? Your search ends at Concorde, where you can train to be a Medical Assistant in a program that can prepare you to achieve an exciting future in health care. Our school prepares students for a career as a MA in this fast-growing field with trained educators who have years of experience working in healthcare.

*Program length can vary by Location, see specific Campus Catalog for program length

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California 4

Garden Grove North Hollywood San Bernardino San Diego

Florida 4

Jacksonville Miramar Orlando Tampa

Mississippi 1

Tennessee 1

Colorado 1

Missouri 1

Oregon 1

Texas 3

Dallas Grand Prairie San Antonio

Curriculum

The medical assistant training at Concorde emphasizes real-world coursework that immerses you from day one in the practical aspects of supporting a fast-paced medical work environment. Training comprehensively equips you to serve effectively in both clinical and administrative functions in clinics and physicians' offices.

Clinical functions can include:

Patient intake processing, including taking patient histories and vital signs
Performing first aid and CPR
Preparing patients for procedures
Assisting physicians with examinations and treatments
Infection control

Career Outlook

Medical assistant jobs are projected to grow at a much-higher-than-average rate of 19 percent. This field is forecast to continue its growth because of an aging generation of baby boomers. Find out more about what a career in medical assisting looks like.

*Source: BLS.gov 2019-2029

Administrative responsibilities can include:

Scheduling and receiving patients
Preparing and maintaining medical records
Performing basic secretarial skills and medical transcription
Handling telephone inquiries and written correspondence
Serving as a liaison between physicians and other individuals

Financial Aid

As part of our commitment to your success, Concorde ensures that you have access to comprehensive information and guidance in navigating the financial aid process. Concorde offers financial aid and scholarship programs to those who qualify.

Accreditation

Accreditation and Licensure

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