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Medical Assisting
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Medical Assisting

Olympic College ETPL
This Certificate of Specialization program prepares students for employment in ambulatory medical settings, assisting physicians and /or other healthcare professionals in the examination and treatment of patients in accordance with state laws. Graduates are also taught to perform administrative duties commonly required in healthcare facilities. Students planning to enroll in MEDA 210 and MEDA 211 must receive instructor permission and submit an Application for Work Experience the quarter preceding enrollment. The student must have completed all required courses with a minimum grade of 2.5 in each MEDA course (2.0 in CIS course) to qualify for practicum placement. Further, all required courses must be taken within the previous three years to register for MEDA 210 and MEDA 211.
Visit the program website Ashley Won; Barbara Parker (360) 475-7741; (360 awon@olympic.edu; bparker@olympic.edu

Financial information

Total tuition

$0.00

Total required fees

$0.00

Books and supplies

$0.00

Locations

Olympic College, Shelton, Online

Instructional methods

Hybrid or Blended Program

Program details

18 Months

Length of training

Certificate

Award type

73

Credits

N/A

Clock Hours

Additional details

Award name

Certificate of Specialization

Prerequisites

No Selection

Prerequisite courses

No

Other prerequisites

Students entering the MEDA program are required to take a placement test for reading, writing, and mathematics readiness. Before submitting the application packet and starting the clinical program classes, students must place into English 101, or alternatively, complete ENGL 099/101 with a 2.0 or higher (099 credits are acceptable). Students are also required to place into Math 099, or alternatively complete MATH 094 with a grade of 2.0 or higher. Students are also required to show proof of typing proficiency of 30 wpm with 90% accuracy to enter the MEDA program. Prior to registration for the clinical classes students will need to submit a completed application packet. Requirements include: Proof of up-to-date immunization status with at least the initial injection of the Hepatitis B series and TB testing within one year. The completed application for the MEDA program. Signed Statement of Responsibility. Signed Confidentiality Statement. Copies of placement test scores and/or transcripts to verify appropriate placement for Math and English. Any applicable course transcripts needed for consideration for transfer students. All students will be required to request a Criminal History Information Background Check. A student who cannot participate in patient care delivery in clinical settings during practicum based on a positive background inquiry check will not be able to successfully complete the program. Additional requirements including yearly influenza vaccines may be compelled by certain practicum sites. Students will not be allowed to participate in the clinical classes in the program (MEDA 136, MEDA 168, MEDA 137, and MEDA 113) without submission of a complete application packet. The deadline for application is December 1st, or whenever the clinical MEDA classes are filled with qualified students. Students will be provided with application materials when enrolled in the MEDA 151 course.

Program languages

English

Certification/license obtained as part of training program

N/A

Certification/license test preparation provided

N/A

Employment performance results

Program type

Medical/Clinical Assistant

Completion rate

64%

Employment rate

85%

Typical (median) hourly earnings

$21.22

Typical (median) annual earnings

$41,532.00
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Top industries for graduates

Program type

Medical/Clinical Assistant

Healthcare and Social Services

85%

Other Industries

10%

Professional, Scientific, Technical Services

5%

Student characteristics

Enrollment
Number of students completing the program
66
Completion rate
64%
Average number of students who completed each year
33
Gender
Male
8%
Female
92%
Race
American Indian or Alaska Native
1%
Asian
4%
Black or African American
3%
Hispanic
13%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
0%
White
71%
Multi-racial
8%
Other
0%
Age
Under 20
3%
20 to 29
51%
30 to 39
27%
40 to 49
11%
50 and over
8%
Prior education
No high school diploma/GED
7%
High school diploma/GED, but no college experience
49%
Some college experience, but no degree
20%
Certificate or AA
16%
BA or higher
8%