Have you ever dreamed of a career in the medical field? Do you enjoy helping others and ensuring they feel strong and healthy? If you have this desire and aspire to be the compassionate individual who escorts patients to exam rooms, takes vital signs, and assists in running the office, then a career as a medical assistant would be perfect for you.
Our Medical Assisting Technology diploma can help you achieve your dream. This program equips students with the skills to assist doctors with essential administrative and clinical tasks. You’ll learn how to efficiently manage an office, handle medical billing, navigate insurance coding procedures, and more.
These students will confidently embark on careers in the medical field, adept at taking vitals and managing an entire office. Graduates are also eligible to apply for and take the National Certified Medical Assistant (NCMA) exam through the National Center for Competency Testing (NCCT).
Program Objectives
- Demonstrate an understanding of foundational concepts to perform administrative duties in a variety of healthcare settings.
- Demonstrate an understanding of foundational concepts to perform clinical duties in a variety of healthcare settings.
- Develop interpersonal and team participation skills in a variety of settings.
- Utilize teaching-learning techniques to identify, implement, and evaluate health education needs of patients.
- Apply legal guidelines and ethical standards in everyday practice.
Transfer Opportunities
Your ability to start here and earn a bachelor’s degree anywhere makes Penn Highlands the right college choice. Plus, you will save thousands of dollars. Be smart, and get your associate degree with us before transferring on to something greater.
Penn Highlands has signed transfer agreements to continue your studies in Medical Assisting Technology with:
- Pennsylvania College of Technology
- Saint Francis University
- Seton Hill University
Ready? Schedule a visit to discuss your future. Transfer options are different based on the college you plan to attend; our team can help you determine the right path for what you are looking for.