Medical/Clinical Assistant

The Medical/Clinical Assistant program at West Shore Community College is a one- to two-year certificate program at this public college in Scottville, Michigan. The program trains students in clinical and administrative support tasks performed in physician offices, clinics, and other healthcare settings.

Falling under the allied health services field (CIP 51.0801), the Medical/Clinical Assistant certificate prepares graduates to assist licensed healthcare providers with patient care duties, recordkeeping, and basic clinical procedures. West Shore Community College offers several related health and technical programs, including Medical Insurance Coding Specialist/Coder, Emergency Medical Technology/Technician (EMT Paramedic), Welding Technology/Welder (available at both certificate levels), and Machine Shop Technology/Assistant, giving students a range of vocational pathways to consider at this Scottville campus.