Medical/Clinical Assistant

The Medical/Clinical Assistant program at South Piedmont Community College is a certificate program (1 to 2 years) offered by this public institution in Polkton, NC. The program prepares students to perform both administrative and clinical tasks in physician offices, clinics, and outpatient facilities, including taking patient histories, assisting with examinations, processing lab specimens, and managing medical records.

This program falls under CIP code 51.0801 in the medical assisting field. Students can expect training in clinical procedures, medical terminology, and healthcare documentation. Related programs at South Piedmont Community College include Medical Office Management/Administration at both the 1 to 2 year and 2 to 4 year certificate levels, as well as Mechanical/Mechanical Engineering Technology/Technician, Electrician, and Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician.