Medical/Clinical Assistant

Medical/Clinical Assistant is a certificate program (1 to 2 years) offered at Iowa Central Community College, a public institution located in Fort Dodge, Iowa. The program provides foundational training for students seeking entry-level positions as medical or clinical assistants in healthcare facilities.

This program falls under CIP code 51.0801, within the health services and allied health professions field. Iowa Central Community College also offers a longer Medical/Clinical Assistant certificate (2 to 4 years) for students seeking more in-depth preparation, along with other programs in Cosmetology, Carpentry, Electrician, and Computer Systems Networking and Telecommunications. Students can expect instruction in clinical procedures, basic patient care, administrative tasks, and healthcare office operations.