Medical/Clinical Assistant

Medical/Clinical Assistant is a two- to four-year certificate program offered at San Joaquin Valley College-Santa Maria, a private for-profit institution in Santa Maria, CA. The program falls within the allied health assisting field (CIP 51.0801) and prepares students for clinical and administrative support duties in physician offices, outpatient clinics, and other healthcare settings at the certificate level.

San Joaquin Valley College-Santa Maria also offers a shorter one- to two-year Medical/Clinical Assistant certificate for students seeking a faster pathway, along with Pharmacy Technician/Assistant at both credential levels and a Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training certificate. Students can compare the two medical assistant credential options at the Santa Maria campus to determine which level of training aligns with their goals.