Medical/Clinical Assistant

The Medical/Clinical Assistant certificate program at Southwest University at El Paso is a one- to two-year credential offered by this private for-profit institution in El Paso, TX. The program falls within the allied health assistant field (CIP 51.0801) and prepares students for clinical and administrative support roles in physician offices, clinics, and other healthcare settings.

Southwest University at El Paso offers several related programs including Clinical/Medical Laboratory Assistant, Surgical Technology/Technologist, Health/Health Care Administration/Management, Welding Technology/Welder, and Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician. Students in this program can expect training in patient intake, vital signs, basic clinical procedures, and medical office administration tasks.