Medical Assistant

Do you desire a fast-paced career in a medical setting? Enroll in the Medical Assistant program at Highland Community College Technical Center!

In this program, students learn both administrative and clinical skills: obtaining patient histories and vital signs, performing phlebotomy and EKG's, administering injections, applying bandages, records management, and insurance form processing and billing. Students complete an externship prior to graduation demonstrating knowledge and skills learned in the classroom. Successful completion of this program enables the graduate to take the Registered Medical Assistant (RMA) exam.  

Visit us today to see if a career as a medical assistant is right for you!

 

Technical Center ( Atchison) 785-442-6204

Western Center (Baileyville) 785-442-6240

 

Here are some helpful resources:

• Associate in Applied Science (AAS) Requirements
• Note: A student must complete either 2 – 1 year programs or 1 -- 2 year program, plus take these general studies classes in order to be awarded an Associate in Applied Science degree. Technical courses can be no more than 5 years old.
• 2022 Wage Survey
• AO-K approved program

First Semester
MOA109	Emergency Preparedness	1
MOA110	Medical Administrative Aspects I	4
MOA114	Patient Care I	4
MOA123	Insurance Billing and Coding	3
MOA125	Medical Terminology	3
MOA128	Body Structures and Function	3
MOA137	Medical Professional Issues	2
	Total for First Semester	20
Second Semester
MOA113	Clinical Externship I	2
MOA121	Principles of Pharmacology	3
MOA133	Medical Administrative Aspects II	3
MOA134	Patient Care II	3
MOA135	Clinical Externship II	2
MOA136	Clinical Laboratory Procedures	4
	Total for Second Semester	17
	Total Credits for Certificate	37
Elective
MOA295	Occupational Work Experience