Medical/Clinical Assistant

Highland Community College, a public institution in Freeport, IL, offers the Medical/Clinical Assistant program as a two- to four-year certificate. This program provides extended training in both administrative and clinical healthcare support functions, preparing students for roles in medical offices, clinics, and outpatient care settings.

The program falls within the medical/clinical assisting field (CIP 51.0801). Highland Community College also offers a shorter one- to two-year Medical/Clinical Assistant certificate for students seeking quicker entry into the field, along with programs in Registered Nursing, Cosmetology, Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology, and Industrial Technology. Students can expect training in clinical procedures, electronic health records, patient communication, and healthcare office operations.