Medical/Clinical Assistant

The Medical/Clinical Assistant certificate program at Institute of Medical Careers is a one- to two-year program offered by a private for-profit school located in Pittsburgh, PA. This program prepares students for entry-level clinical and administrative support roles in physician offices, outpatient clinics, and other healthcare settings.

This program falls within the CIP 51.0801 field of allied health and medical assisting services. Institute of Medical Careers also offers a Medical/Clinical Assistant program at the two- to four-year certificate level, along with Medical Insurance Coding Specialist/Coder, Health Information/Medical Records Technology/Technician, Medical Administrative/Executive Assistant and Medical Secretary, and Welding Technology/Welder. Students can expect training in clinical procedures, patient intake, vital signs, medical terminology, and basic administrative tasks.