Credential(s) Offered
Industry certification, Employment, Measurable skills gain
Method of Delivery
In Person
When offered
Daytime Hours, Evening Hours
Instructional Program (CIP)
Description
This 224-hour course (144 hours of class/lab time and 80 hours of externship) trains students in, but not limited to: assisting with examinations, removing sutures, changing sterile dressings, drawing blood samples, and performing EKGs. Medical Assistants are typically seen as the Jack of all Trades in providing basic nursing care. Upon completion of the course students will be prepared to sit for the American Allied Health national exam to become a Registered Medical Assistant.
Details
Program Length (Weeks)
20
Hours
224
Entrance Requirements
High School Diploma or Equivalent
School
PETRA Allied Health (Fort Smith)
WIOA Approved Program
Yes
Training Location(s)
Fort Smith
Local WIB
5035 - Western
Name of Credential
Industry Cert: Registered Medical Assistant -American Allied Health
Type of financial aid offered or have access to
Other
Refund Policy
Yes
Is the proposed curriculum currently certified by an accrediting agency or similar national standardization program?
No
Is this proposed curriculum considered a nontraditional program of training services for women?
No
Is this proposed curriculum considered a nontraditional program of training services for men?
No
Cost Items
Books (Estimated)
$150.00
Testing/Exam Fees
$110.00 AAH National Certification Exam Fee
In-State/District Tuition
$3,400.00
Out-of-State/District Tuition
$3,400.00
Registration Fee
$50.00
Supplies/Materials/Hand Tools (not included in tuition)
$265.00 Uniform/Lab Fee
Total In-State Program Cost
$3,975.00
Total Out-of-State Program Cost
$3,975.00
