Medical/Clinical Assistant

The Medical/Clinical Assistant certificate at American Institute-Somerset is a one- to two-year credential offered by this private for-profit institution in Somerset, NJ. The program falls within the medical assisting field (CIP 51.0801) and prepares students for clinical and administrative support roles in physician offices, outpatient clinics, and other ambulatory health care settings.

The program covers skills such as patient intake, vital signs measurement, clinical procedures, electronic health records, and medical office administration. As a private for-profit school, prospective students are encouraged to research tuition costs, financial aid options, and graduate outcomes carefully before enrolling. Students should also confirm whether the program meets requirements for national certifying examinations such as those administered by the American Association of Medical Assistants (AAMA) or the American Medical Technologists (AMT).