Medical/Clinical Assistant

Herzing University-Madison, a private nonprofit institution in Madison, WI, offers a Medical/Clinical Assistant certificate at the two-to-four-year certificate level. This program, under CIP code 51.0801, trains students to support healthcare providers by performing both clinical and administrative functions in medical office and ambulatory care settings.

Clinical tasks may include taking vital signs, preparing patients for examinations, and assisting with procedures, while administrative duties include scheduling, medical coding, and records management. Related programs at Herzing University-Madison include the Medical Insurance Coding Specialist/Coder certificate, the Medical Office Management/Administration certificate, and the Health/Health Care Administration/Management bachelor's degree. Students pursuing nursing careers may also consider the Registered Nursing associate degree offered at the same campus.