Medical Assistant AAS
Overview
Approved By LWIA: 3
Last Re-Certification Date: 3/19/2024
Program Description
The Medical Assistant is a multi-skilled allied health professional who works primarily in ambulatory settings such as medical offices and clinics. The Medical Assistant functions as a member of the health care delivery team by performing a variety of administrative tasks and by assisting with clinical procedures to facilitate the work of the physician. The Medical Assistant is essential for the smooth workflow of the medical office.
Established in 2022
CIP: 51-0801 Medical/Clinical Assistant.
Training Program Type
Vocational
Provider Information
Rock Valley College
Associated Job Families and Occupations
- Healthcare Support Occupations
Certifying / Licensing / Registering Body
AAMA
Quality Assurance
- North Central Association
- Illinois Community College Board
Education Information
Industry Recognized Certification, Associates Degree, Measurable Skills Gain (Lead to Credential), Measurable Skills Gain (Lead to Employment)
80 Weeks ( 1425.00 Hours / 60.00 Credit Hours )
| Tuition | $10,000.00 |
| Books | $380.00 |
| Fees | $0.00 |
| Tests | $0.00 |
| Other Expenses(Materials, Supplies, Tools, Uniforms, etc) | $120.00 |
| Total Cost | $10,500.00 |
Financial Aid
- Pell Grants
- Federal loans(Stafford, PLUS, etc)
- Institutional Scholarships
Application Procedure
Apply to RVC and meet with a Career Advisor and the MDA program coordinator.
Entry Requirements:
- HS Diploma/GED
- Math - MTH-096S (Combined Beg & Interm Algebra) or equivalent.
- Reading - must be college level placement
- Prerequisites - BIO 100 or BIO 103, CHM 110, ENG 101, and SPH 131
Nondiscrimination, Equal Opportunity, and Disability Provisions Compliance Assurance
- EEO Compliant: Yes
- Disability Accomodation: Yes
Program Offerings
- Full-Time Enrollment
- Classroom Instruction
- Labs
- Night Classes
- Day Classes
- Online/E-Learning Instruction
- Other(Specify)
Performance Data
Program: Medical Assistant AAS
Overview
Approved By LWIA: 3
Last Re-Certification Date: 3/19/2024
Program Description
The Medical Assistant is a multi-skilled allied health professional who works primarily in ambulatory settings such as medical offices and clinics. The Medical Assistant functions as a member of the health care delivery team by performing a variety of administrative tasks and by assisting with clinical procedures to facilitate the work of the physician. The Medical Assistant is essential for the smooth workflow of the medical office.
Established in 2022
CIP: 51-0801 Medical/Clinical Assistant.
Provider Information
Rock Valley College
Associated Job Families and Occupations
- Healthcare Support Occupations
Certifying / Licensing / Registering Body
AAMA
Quality Assurance
- North Central Association
- Illinois Community College Board
Education Information
Industry Recognized Certification, Associates Degree, Measurable Skills Gain (Lead to Credential), Measurable Skills Gain (Lead to Employment)
80 Weeks ( 1425.00 Hours / 60.00 Credit Hours )
| Tuition | $10,000.00 |
| Books | $380.00 |
| Fees | $0.00 |
| Tests | $0.00 |
| Other Expenses(Materials, Supplies, Tools, Uniforms, etc) | $120.00 |
| Total Cost | $10,500.00 |
Financial Aid
- Pell Grants
- Federal loans(Stafford, PLUS, etc)
- Institutional Scholarships
Application Procedure
Apply to RVC and meet with a Career Advisor and the MDA program coordinator.
Entry Requirements:
- HS Diploma/GED
- Math - MTH-096S (Combined Beg & Interm Algebra) or equivalent.
- Reading - must be college level placement
- Prerequisites - BIO 100 or BIO 103, CHM 110, ENG 101, and SPH 131
Nondiscrimination, Equal Opportunity, and Disability Provisions Compliance Assurance
- EEO Compliant: Yes
- Disability Accomodation: Yes
Program Offerings
- Full-Time Enrollment
- Classroom Instruction
- Labs
- Night Classes
- Day Classes
- Online/E-Learning Instruction
- Other(Specify)