Medical Assistant Diploma Program

600 clock hours · 24 weeks (6 months) · new classes monthly · taught in English and Spanish · Orlando, Florida

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The Medical Assistant program at Beaut Academy - Wellness Center prepares students to work as medical assistants in physician offices and clinics. Classroom lectures and hands-on training in our clinical laboratory build skills in medical office procedures, patient care, medical terminology and clinical procedures. A supervised clinical practicum at an affiliated clinical site lets students apply those skills with patients, under the direct supervision of the Academy's qualified faculty.

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What you will study

MED101 Florida Healthcare Law and Regulatory Compliance, 10 hours

MED102 Ethics and Professionalism in Medical Practice, 5 hours

MED103 Bloodborne Pathogens, HIV, and Infection Prevention, 5 hours

MED104 Front Office Operations and Administrative Duties, 15 hours

MED110 Medical Assistant Human Anatomy and Physiology, 100 hours

MED120 Venipuncture and Capillary Collection, 50 hours

MED125 Electrocardiography Fundamentals, 50 hours

MED130 Pharmacology and Drug Administration, 50 hours

MED140 Clinical Skills and Patient Assessment, 100 hours

MED150 Health Information Systems and Privacy Regulations, 20 hours

MED155 Medical Insurance and Reimbursement, 40 hours

MED160 Basic Life Support and Emergency Response, 5 hours

MED165 Career Development and Job Readiness, 5 hours

MED170 Medical Assistant Examination Preparation, 25 hours

MED180 Supervised Clinical Experience, 120 hours

Total: 600 hours (390 lecture, 90 lab, 120 clinical practicum)

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After you graduate

Students who complete all 600 hours and pass every course with at least 70% receive a diploma. Medical assisting does not require a Florida state license; national medical assistant certification is separate from graduation. Our career services team helps graduates with resumes, interview preparation and connections to employers.

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Schedule

Classes run Monday through Friday in three sessions: morning, 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.; afternoon, 12:00 to 5:00 p.m.; evening, 5:00 to 10:00 p.m. Students attend at least 25 hours a week. New classes begin monthly, or when enough students have enrolled.

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Admission

A high school diploma, transcript or GED, or passing the Wonderlic Basic Skills Test; at least 16 years old; a photo ID or driver's license; and a visit to the academy to meet an admissions representative, tour the school and complete the application.

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Tuition

Tuition, fees and payment plans are published in the current catalog. Call 864.603.8414 or request information to receive a copy before you enroll.