Medical/Clinical Assistant

The Medical/Clinical Assistant program at Seattle Central College is a 1- to 2-year certificate program offered by this public institution in Seattle, WA. The program trains students in clinical and administrative support tasks performed in physician offices, clinics, and other outpatient healthcare settings, including patient intake, basic clinical procedures, and records management.

This program falls under the allied health and medical assisting services field (CIP 51.0801). Seattle Central College also provides a range of other programs at its Seattle campus, including Computer Systems Networking and Telecommunications, Web/Multimedia Management and Webmaster (at both certificate levels), Computer Support Specialist, and Baking and Pastry Arts/Baker/Pastry Chef. The 1- to 2-year certificate format allows students to enter the healthcare workforce in a relatively short timeframe.