The Clinical Assistant program is designed for those who are interested in working in a back office setting in a clinic or out-patient facility. Duties would include obtaining/recording patient's height, weight, temperature, and blood pressure, obtaining health histories, performing basic lab tests, preparing/assisting with patient examinations, recording EKG and sterilizing surgical instruments. The program also includes instruction in medical law and ethics, interpersonal communication, patient care, appointment scheduling, telephone technique, and electronic medical records management. Upon completion of all the required courses (34.5 units), students are assisted with the placement of an internship in a local health care facility. Background checks and drug testing are now required prior to entry. Possible career pathways include: Clinical Medical Assistant, EKG Technician, Emergency Department Technician, and Orthopedic Technician (if an additional 240-hour internship in Orthopedics is completed.)

Required Core Courses (34.5 units)

Total Certificate Units: 34.5 units

To be awarded a certificate, a student must:

1. Complete all the major requirements.
2. Earn a grade of “C” or better for all required courses.