Medical Assisting Associate
Medical Assistant Program
Associate of Applied Science
15 Month Associate's Degree
61 Total Credits
5-Week Externship
Built into Program
Certification Prep
Phlebotomy, EKG. and more
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15 Month Associate's Degree
61 Total Credits
5-Week Externship
Built into Program
Certification Prep
Phlebotomy, EKG. and more
Degree Overview
The Associate of Applied Science (AAS) in Health Sciences-Medical Assisting degree is designed to prepare students for entry-level clinical and administrative roles in medical settings such as physician offices, hospitals, and clinics. The program combines classroom instruction, hands-on laboratory training, and an externship at a local medical facility to provide a well-rounded educational experience.
Graduates of the program are trained in key competencies, including patient care, medical office procedures, and basic laboratory techniques. Students will also receive CPR training during the program. Upon graduation, students may be eligible to pursue certifications such as Certified Medical Assistant (CMA), Registered Medical Assistant (RMA), Certified Phlebotomy Technician (CPT), or EKG Technician, subject to certification-specific requirements.
Through ECPI’s year-round accelerated schedule, students can earn their Associate degree in Health Sciences-Medical Assisting in as little as 15-months.
Knowledge and Skills
Graduates should grow in the following areas:
- Clinical Competency
Prepare patients for exams, conduct lab tests and EKGs, administer injections, and uphold a sterile medical environment.
- Administrative Proficiency
Oversee appointment scheduling, electronic medical records, insurance processing, billing tasks, and inventory management.
- Professional Skills
Enhance communication to engage effectively with patients and providers and apply critical thinking to deliver effective patient care.
Medical Assisting Curriculum
The Associate of Applied Science (AAS) in Health Sciences-Medical Assisting degree
Featured Courses & Overview
Medical Ethics
MED149
Topics investigated may include but are not limited to: malpractice suits and how to avoid them, legal system, confidentiality and truth telling, abortion, critically ill neonates, death and dying, mental illness, human experimentation, justice, surrogate motherhood, stem cells and human cloning.
Medical Office Procedures I
MED160
Students will learn office procedures including: safety in the medical office, records management, mail processing, ergonomics in the office, maintenance of office equipment and policies and procedures of the medical office.
Credit Hours
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Course Categories
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Description
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34
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Core Curriculum
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Courses that provide an educational foundation, building essential skills across diverse subjects.
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21
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Arts & Sciences
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Courses which delve into both creative expression and the scientific world, shaping well-rounded thinkers.
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6
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Self Integration
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These courses set you up for college success and beyond.
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61
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Total Credit Hours
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Programmatic Accreditation
The Health Science/Medical Assisting programs at ECPI University are accredited by the Accrediting Bureau of Health Education Schools (ABHES) at the following ECPI University campuses: Newport News, Northern Virginia, Richmond, Roanoke and Virginia Beach, Virginia; Charlotte, Greensboro and Raleigh, North Carolina; and Charleston, Columbia, and Greenville, South Carolina and San Antonio, Texas. This is a programmatic accreditation by ABHES, a recognized accrediting agency for allied health programs, including medical assisting. For more information, visit www.abhes.org.
Institutional Accreditation
ECPI University is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC) to award associate, baccalaureate, and master’s degrees. ECPI University also offers credentials such as certificates and diplomas at approved degree levels.
Questions about the accreditation of ECPI University may be directed in writing to the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges at 1866 Southern Lane, Decatur, GA 30033-4097, by calling (404) 679-4500, or by using information available on SACSCOC’s website (www.sacscoc.org).
