Overview
This program prepares students to take the national certification exam offered by
the American Association of Medical Assistants (AAMA) to become a Certified Medical
Assistant (CMA). The program is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied
Health Education Programs (www.caahep.org) upon the recommendation of the Medical
Assisting Education Review Board (MAERB).
Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs
9355 113th Street N., #7709
Seminole, FL 33775
(727) 210-2350
The estimated program cost of $2,800 includes a $46/unit enrollment fee,
a materials fee, various student fees, as well as uniform, books, certification exam,
and clinical clearance process. Program cost at Modesto Junior College is very competitive
with the cost of medical assisting programs offered by local trade schools. For information
on Financial Aid, call (209) 575-7700.
The Medical Assisting Program begins in the fall and spring semester of each
year. It is a full-time, eight-month, certificate program offering training in administrative
(front) and clinical (back) office procedures. In addition to the reasonable cost
of this program, students of Modesto Junior College have the added benefit of college
credit and comprehensive student services. If you have questions about program information,
call Allied Health, 575-6362 or visit the Allied Health website at www.mjc.edu/alliedhealth
and search Medical Assisting Program. For academic advising, contact Shirley Buzbee,
Medical Assisting Program Director, 575-6377.
