Medical/Clinical Assistant

Medical/Clinical Assistant at J. F. Drake State Community and Technical College is a certificate program (two to four years) offered by this public institution in Huntsville, AL. The program trains students to perform administrative and clinical support functions in healthcare settings, including scheduling, patient intake, vital signs monitoring, phlebotomy, and medical documentation.

This program falls within the allied health and medical assisting services field (CIP 51.0801). Drake State also offers programs in Salon/Beauty Salon Management/Manager at both certificate levels, Culinary Arts/Chef Training, and Manufacturing Engineering Technology/Technician at both certificate levels. Students can expect instruction in clinical procedures, medical law and ethics, electronic health records, and communication skills relevant to outpatient care environments.