Medical/Clinical Assistant

The Medical/Clinical Assistant program at East Los Angeles College is a two- to four-year certificate offered by this public institution in Monterey Park, CA. The program prepares students to perform both clinical and administrative duties in medical offices, clinics, and other patient care settings.

This program falls within the medical assisting field (CIP 51.0801) and is one of several certificate programs available at East Los Angeles College. Other programs at the school include Photographic and Film/Video Technology/Technician, Recording Arts Technology/Technician, Drafting and Design Technology/Technician, and Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician. Coursework typically covers clinical procedures, medical terminology, electronic health records, and front-office administrative functions.