Medical/Clinical Assistant

The Medical/Clinical Assistant certificate (1 to 2 year) at San Joaquin Valley College-Madera is offered by this private for-profit institution in Madera, CA. The program is part of the medical assisting field (CIP 51.0801) and prepares students for entry-level roles supporting healthcare providers with both clinical and administrative duties in physician offices, clinics, and other healthcare settings.

San Joaquin Valley College-Madera provides focused vocational training with an emphasis on practical healthcare skills. Students in this medical assistant program can expect instruction in clinical procedures such as phlebotomy, EKG performance, vital signs measurement, and patient preparation, alongside administrative training in medical billing, coding, scheduling, and electronic health records management. The program is designed to lead students toward employment in outpatient and ambulatory care environments.