Associate of Science in Clinical Medical Assisting Online Degree Information

	Associate of Science in Clinical Medical Assisting
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Degree Title:	Associate of Science in Clinical Medical Assisting
College:	San Joaquin Valley College
Description:	The Clinical Medical Assisting program at SJVC offers extensive back office training to provide support to physicians and direct patient care in a variety of medical settings. Training includes a balance of classroom instruction with laboratory experience to create the best opportunity for student understanding and performance. You will learn and gain skills in injection administration, electrocardiograms, CPR & first aid, assisting in minor surgery, and more. Health care careers are on the rise and expected to increase dramatically in the years ahead as an aging population requires growing medical attention. Graduates can expect to secure positions in a variety of career roles: clinical medical assistant, medical secretary, occupational health assistant, and laboratory assistant. With additional education or training career path advancement might take you into areas such as Licensed Practical Nurse, Emergency Medical Technician, Recreational Therapist, Physician Assistant or other advanced nursing positions. Graduates earn an Associate of Science degree or Certificate and are prepared to sit for the Registered Medical Assistant Exam (RMA).

Accreditation:	San Joaquin Valley College is accredited by the Accrediting Commission for Community and Junior Colleges (ACCJC), a commission of the Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC). (?)
Educational Level:	Associate (?)
Language:	English

Facts & Figures

Institutional Accrediting Agency: (?)
San Joaquin Valley College is accredited by the Accrediting Commission for Community and Junior Colleges (ACCJC), a commission of the Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC).

Address:
801 S. Akers, Suite 150
Visalia, CA 93277
US

Institution Type: (?)
Private, for-profit, Higher Education

Calendar Type:
Each course is five weeks long and starts every five weeks.

Average Cost per Credit:
$409 per credit unit.

Credit-earning Options:
SJVC Online gives you the opportunity to transfer units earned from a Certificate program at another college to SJVC. Depending on the courses completed to earn your certificate, you may be able to complete an associate's degree at SJVC.

Delivery Format: (?)
ANGEL Learning platform is used.

Carnegie Classification: (?)
Associate's College

Technical Requirements:
Computer must meet these minimum requirements: 1 GHz processor, CD-ROM or DVD drive, minimum of 56k modem, 6 GB free disk space, 1024x768 monitor resolution, Windows XP (with Service Pack 2), and Microsoft Office 2003.

Geographic Restrictions:
US residents only.

Scholarships Offered:
Financial Aid is available to qualified students and includes federal grants, loans, work-study, scholarships and institutional payment plans.

Loans Offered:
Loans may be available. Applicants may apply by completing the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). SJVC FAFSA Code: 014741

Registration Details:
A College representative will contact the student to walk them through the application process.