Medical/Clinical Assistant

The Medical/Clinical Assistant certificate program at Jackson State Community College is a one- to two-year certificate program offered by this public institution in Jackson, Tennessee. The program prepares students to assist healthcare providers with both administrative and patient care duties in clinical and medical office environments.

This program falls within the allied health and medical assisting services field (CIP 51.0801). Jackson State Community College also offers a broad range of related health programs, including Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Respiratory Care Therapy/Therapist, Physical Therapy Assistant, Occupational Therapist Assistant, and Emergency Medical Technology/Technician (EMT Paramedic). Students can expect instruction covering clinical procedures, patient communication, vital signs, medical records, and basic laboratory tasks.