Medical/Clinical Assistant

The Medical/Clinical Assistant certificate program at Blake Austin College is a one- to two-year credential offered by this private for-profit institution in Vacaville, CA. The program falls within the medical assisting field (CIP 51.0801) and trains students to perform both administrative and clinical duties in physician offices, outpatient clinics, and other ambulatory care settings, including taking vital signs, preparing patients for exams, managing medical records, and handling billing tasks.

Blake Austin College also offers a Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training certificate program, giving students a pathway to advance into nursing from the same Vacaville campus. The Medical/Clinical Assistant program provides a broad introduction to healthcare support roles and can serve as an entry point into the allied health field. Graduates may pursue national certification through organizations such as the American Association of Medical Assistants (AAMA) following program completion.