Medical/Clinical Assistant

The Medical/Clinical Assistant certificate program at Palm Beach State College is a one-to-two-year certificate offered by this public institution in Lake Worth, FL. The program trains students in both clinical and administrative tasks common to medical office and outpatient care settings, including patient intake, vital signs monitoring, and basic clinical procedures.

This program falls within the allied health field (CIP 51.0801) and is one of several health-focused programs at Palm Beach State College. Students may also explore the college's offerings in Surgical Technology/Technologist, Respiratory Care Therapy/Therapist, Network and System Administration/Administrator, Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, and Information Technology Project Management. Graduates are prepared for entry-level positions as clinical or medical office assistants.