Medical/Clinical Assistant

Medical/Clinical Assistant is offered as a two- to four-year certificate program at Anne Arundel Community College, a public institution located in Arnold, MD. This program prepares students for administrative and clinical support roles in physician offices, clinics, and other outpatient healthcare settings, covering patient intake, medical records, clinical procedures, and office management.

Within the medical assisting field (CIP 51.0801), this certificate provides both clinical and administrative competencies aligned with entry-level medical assistant positions. Anne Arundel Community College also offers a shorter one- to two-year Medical/Clinical Assistant certificate, along with related programs in Physical Therapy Assistant, Surgical Technology/Technologist, and Medical Insurance Coding. Students can expect coursework in anatomy, phlebotomy, EKG, and medical office procedures.