Medical/Clinical Assistant

The Medical/Clinical Assistant certificate program at Black Hawk College is a one- to two-year certificate program offered by this public institution in Moline, Illinois. The program falls under the allied health field (CIP 51.0801) and prepares students for entry-level positions supporting physicians and other healthcare providers in clinical and administrative capacities, including patient intake, vital signs measurement, and basic clinical procedures.

Black Hawk College offers this medical assisting certificate alongside several other vocational and technical programs. Related programs at the school include Manufacturing Engineering Technology/Technician, Welding Technology/Welder, Medical Insurance Coding Specialist/Coder, Physical Therapy Assistant, and Emergency Medical Technology/Technician (EMT Paramedic). Students in the medical/clinical assistant program can expect training in medical office procedures, clinical skills, electronic health records, and professional communication in healthcare environments.