Medical Assistant
The Medical Assistant training is for people who want to work with patients in a clinical setting. Program graduates can expect to begin careers as clinical medical assistants and will be doing their externship with our lead employer partner, Integrated Healthcare Partners (IHP). Students will learn a wide array of skills including patient triage, patient education, specimen collection, injections, vital signs, ECGs, social determinants of health, and a wide array of other skills to prepare them for success after graduation.
The Medical Assistant training runs for approximately 16 weeks, 30 hours per week (12 weeks of training and 4 weeks in a clinical externship) and employment assistance is included with the program.
All successful graduates are guaranteed an interview with an IHP participating partner, which includes:
- Community Care Alliance
- Comprehensive Community Action Program
- East Bay Community Action Program
- Newport Mental Health
- Thrive Behavioral Health (TBH - formerly The Kent Center)
- Tri-County Community Action Agency
- WellOne Primary Medical and Dental
- Wood River Health Services
Interviews will begin the week of July 22 (subject to change).
If interested in applying, please complete our Program Inquiry Form.
Prerequisites:
- GED or high school diploma is required.
- Must be a Rhode Island resident.
- Bilingual students are encouraged to apply.
Due to the nature of this program, full immunizations are required for participation. Acceptable evidence of COVID-19 vaccination is required, or a medical exemption from a licensed healthcare provider, or religious exemption, in accordance with Rhode Island Department of Health regulations and other state or federal regulations.
| Course | Date/s | Location |
|---|---|---|
| Medical Assistant |
Program Start Date: August 26, 2024 Monday through Friday |
Hybrid CCRI Flanagan Campus, Lincoln |
Cost
No charge! This program is free for all that qualify and are accepted.
Time Commitment
480 hours (16 weeks)
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