Medical/Clinical Assistant

The Medical/Clinical Assistant certificate program at Gaston College is a one- to two-year credential offered by this public institution in Dallas, NC. The program is part of the medical assisting field (CIP 51.0801) and prepares students for clinical and administrative duties in physician offices, clinics, and other outpatient healthcare settings.

Gaston College offers related programs including Medical Office Management/Administration, Electrician, Radio and Television Broadcasting Technology/Technician, Cosmetology/Cosmetologist, and Electrical, Electronic, and Communications Engineering Technology/Technician. Students in this program can expect training in patient intake, vital signs, phlebotomy, medical records, clinical procedures, and basic administrative support tasks.