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How Long Does It Take Finish a Medical Assistant Program?

Completing a medical assisting program typically takes about 1 year, however it depends on the type of school a student chooses according to the BLS [1]. For example, at Delta Technical College students can complete the Medical Assisting Program in just 9 months. In contrast to associate programs at community colleges, which typically take 2 years to complete.

Graduates of the Medical Assisting Program at Delta Tech (DTC) can sit for the National Center for Competency Testing (NCCT [2]) National Medical Assistant (NCMA) Certification Exam.

A Medical Assistant Education Offers Opportunities For a Career In a Growing Field

Prior to beginning a medical assistant education, most schools require students to earn a high school diploma or GED. A medical assistant requirement for some medical assistant programs is an externship. An externship allows students to complement their classroom learning with hands-on medical assistant training in the field. Upon completion of the program, some medical assistants may choose to specialize by working in pediatrics, geriatrics, or other specialties.

Whether a student chooses to enroll in medical assistant programs at a technical college or a community college, the outlook for a career in medical assisting is strong. The Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS [3]) predicts that employment of medical assistants will grow 23% from 2018 to 2028. This is much faster than the average growth rate of 5% for all other occupations.

Begin Your Career As a Medical Assistant With a Medical Assisting Program

How long it takes to finish a medical assistant program depends on the type of program chosen, but at some trade schools it can be completed in a year or less. A career in medical assisting begins with completing the necessary training, like the Medical Assisting Program at Delta Tech (DTC). If you have questions about this program at DTC, please fill out the form below.

Sources

[1] https://www.bls.gov/ooh/healthcare/medical-assistants.htm#tab-4

[2] https://www.ncctinc.com/

[3] https://www.bls.gov/ooh/healthcare/medical-assistants.htm

 

 

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