Medical/Clinical Assistant

The Medical/Clinical Assistant two-to-four-year certificate program at Phoenix College is offered by this public institution in Phoenix, AZ. Classified under CIP code 51.0801 in the medical assisting field, this longer credential builds on foundational clinical and administrative competencies for students seeking more in-depth preparation for roles in outpatient and ambulatory health care environments.

Phoenix College also offers a shorter Medical/Clinical Assistant certificate (one-to-two years) for students seeking a faster pathway into the field. Additional related programs at the school include Recording Arts Technology/Technician (certificate, one-to-two years and two-to-four years), Animation, Interactive Technology, Video Graphics, and Special Effects (certificate), Computer and Information Systems Security/Auditing/Information Assurance (certificate), and Health Information/Medical Records Technology/Technician (certificate). Students can expect broader training in clinical procedures, medical office administration, pharmacology basics, and patient communication.