MEDICAL ASSISTING

Medical Assisting is a great entry point into healthcare. At Central Coast College, flexible morning, afternoon, and evening classes allow you to train just 3–4 hours a day and complete the program in as little as 46 weeks.

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At Central Coast College, our Medical Assisting program is designed to prepare students to work in essential positions in the field of healthcare. Medical Assistants are critical allied healthcare workers, performing important administrative and clinical duties in the offices of doctors, medical clinics, and hospitals.

Our 46-week program provides students with intensive training emphasizing medical terminology, anatomy, physiology, and pharmacology; diagnostic and treatment procedures, and medical office procedures and insurance billing. Students also receive real-world on-the-job experience through an Externship.

In the Medical Assisting program, you’ll learn:

Medical Terminology
Medical Office Procedures
Medical Records Keeping and Electronic Medical Records
Patient Vital Signs
Venipuncture and Injections
Use of Laboratory equipment, including centrifuges and autoclaves
Use of Electrocardiogram (EKG) equipment

Medical Assisting Program Overview

Total Weeks in program: 46 Weeks
Quarter Credits: 49.33
Total Clock Hours: 755
- Lecture Hours: 290
- Lab Hours: 290
- Clinical Externship Hours: 175
Teacher/Student ratio:
- Class Lecture: 1/35
- Class Lab: 1/25

Graduates receive a Certificate of Completion and are prepared for careers in positions that may include:

Medical Assistant
Medical Records and Health Information Technician
Medical Secretary
Reception and Information Clerk

FAQs about Central Coast College’s Medical Assisting Program

What Does a Medical Assistant Do?

Medical assistants play a key role in healthcare by performing both clinical and administrative tasks, like taking vital signs, assisting with exams, scheduling appointments, and managing medical records. Depending on the setting, they may also draw blood, give injections, or support insurance processing. It’s a hands-on, fast-paced career that offers flexibility and room to grow.

How Long is Central Coast College’s Medical Assisting Program?

Central Coast College’s Medical Assisting program can be completed in as few as 46 weeks!

Is Central Coast College’s Medical Assisting Program Online or In-Person?

Central Coast College’s Medical Assisting program is offered in a hybrid-online format. Students learn classroom theory online, while completing hands-on training in on-campus labs. All students also gain valuable experience through an externship.

What Types of Jobs Can I Find After Completing Central Coast College’s Medical Assisting program?

Many of Central Coast College’s Medical Assisting graduates go to work in clinics, doctors’ offices, medical groups, surgery centers, and specialty clinics such as pediatrics, oncology, and neurology. Our Career Services department provides every student with a wide range of career support services and comprehensive job placement assistance.

How Does Central Coast College’s Medical Assisting Program Prepare Me For A Job?

In Central Coast College’s Medical Assisting program, you’ll gain real-world skills to work in both the front and back office of a medical facility. From taking vital signs and preparing patients for exams to managing medical records and insurance forms. Our hands-on training prepares you for the tasks employers are hiring for, so you can step confidently into your healthcare career. Our Career Services department also provides every student with a wide range of support services and job placement assistance.

What Will I Get When I Complete Central Coast College’s Medical Assisting Program?

Graduates will receive a Certificate of Completion.

What Do I Need to Enroll in the Medical Assisting Program at Central Coast College?

To enroll, you’ll need a high school diploma or a GED. Don’t have your diploma yet? No problem – Central Coast College offers two high school completion programs to help you get started. Submit an interest form, visit our campus, or call 831-424-6767 to get in contact with our admissions team.

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