Medical/Clinical Assistant

The Medical/Clinical Assistant program at Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College is a two- to four-year certificate offered by this public institution in Perkinston, MS. This extended credential in the medical assisting field provides deeper preparation for clinical and administrative support roles in physician offices, clinics, and other outpatient healthcare settings.

Classified under CIP code 51.0801 in the health professions and related programs area, this program builds upon the foundational one- to two-year certificate also available at the college. Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College offers additional related programs including Computer Systems Networking and Telecommunications, Cosmetology, Baking and Pastry Arts, Culinary Arts and Related Services, and Electrical/Electronic and Communications Engineering Technology. Students can expect advanced training in clinical procedures, medical office administration, and patient care support.