CAREER PROGRAMS:
Health Care Technologies
Medical Assistant
Program Options
- Associate of Science Degree
- Certificate of Achievement
Program Information
The Medical Assistant Program prepares students to work in the front and back office of a physician's office, clinic or other out-patient facilities. Multiple skills and areas of theory are taught so that graduates are prepared to assume an important and valuable role as a team member in health care delivery.
Upon completion of all required courses, students are placed in an internship in a local health care facility. This is a valuable experience in applying the knowledge and skill acquired in class to the workplace.
A Statement of Eligibility for Internship, a health statement and physical examination, a current CPR certificate, keyboarding proficiency of 35 wpm, basic word processing skills, and completion of all required courses with a grade of C or better are required prior to entry into internship, (Htech 54A and Htech 54B are required).
Career Paths
The Health Care Technologies Department offers eight other programs:
- EKG Technician
- Lab Assistant
- Insurance Billing and Coding
- Insurance Account Representative
- Medical Administrative Assistant
- Medical Reception
- Medical Office Manager
Program Opportunities
The Health Care Technologies Department offers eight other programs:
- Clinical Assistant
- Insurance Billing Specialist
- Massage Therapy
- Medical Administrative Assistant
- Medical Office Reception
- Medical Transcription
- Orthopedic Technician
Department Chair
Kristine Gaiero
408.741.4019
e-mail: kris_gaiero@westvalley.edu
- Requirements and suggested sequence of classes
Questions about Career Programs? Call 408.741.2098
email: cathy_aimonetti@westvalley.edu
or stop by the Career Programs Center, AAS 35
REVISED July 22, 2008
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