Medical/Clinical Assistant

The Medical/Clinical Assistant certificate program at Central Arizona College is a one- to two-year credential offered by this public college in Coolidge, AZ. Falling under CIP code 51.0801 in the health professions field, the program trains students in both clinical and administrative duties performed in physician offices, outpatient clinics, and other healthcare settings.

The medical assisting field encompasses skills such as patient intake, vital signs measurement, specimen collection, and basic administrative tasks like scheduling and medical records management. Central Arizona College offers several related programs for students interested in allied health, including Pharmacy Technician/Assistant at the same certificate level. The college also provides vocational training in Diesel Mechanics Technology/Technician, Welding Technology/Welder, Construction/Heavy Equipment/Earthmoving Equipment Operation, and Recording Arts Technology/Technician, reflecting the broad range of workforce programs available on campus.