Medical Assistant

Next class starts: 8/15/24

View full schedule here.

Registration Eligibility: Adults & High School Seniors

High school students must be age 16 or older. Learn more.

Transfer Credit Opportunity

Credit hours for completing this program can be transferred to UVU. Learn more.

Locations

Lehi Campus - Building A
Orem Campus - Building A
Spanish Fork Campus - Building A
Wasatch West Campus

86%

Completion Rate

77%

Placement Rate

Medical Assistants (MA’s) help keep the healthcare industry running. With their knowledge of administrative and clinical tasks in the offices of physicians and other health practitioners, medical assistants  take and record personal information from patients and keep it confidential. 

In MTECH’s Medical Assistant program, you will learn how to collect and prepare laboratory specimens, perform basic laboratory tests, and handle a variety of administrative skills.  Examples of clinical and administrative skills are listed below.

  • Taking and recording medical histories
  • Taking and recording vital signs
  • Explaining treatment procedures to patients
  • Preparing patients for examinations
  • Assisting physicians during examinations
  • Preparing medical instruments
  • Prescriptions
  • Pharmacology
  • Explaining procedure
  • Patient prep for examinations
  • Injections
  • Handling biohazardous materials
  • Drawing blood
  • IV placement
  • Lab procedures
  • Preparing Patients for X-Rays
  • Preparing & performing EKG’s, X-Rays, Ultrasounds
  • Assisting with minor surgeries
  • Changing dressings/bandaging
  • Removing Sutures

This program is eligible for Financial and Veterans Aid! Learn more

For more information, contact the Senior Program Coordinator.
Employee photo Deborah Romero
Deborah Romero

dromero@mtec.edu

Adults and high school seniors are eligible to enroll.

Registration dates for Lehi, Orem, Spanish Fork, and Wasatch campuses
REGISTRATION DATE:4/23/244/23/24
NEXT START DATE:8/15/241/6/25
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  • High school students should coordinate with home high school counselors prior to registration.
  • Students enrolling in this program are required to meet with an MTECH Academic and Career Counselor prior to registration. High School students are encouraged to be accompanied by a parent. To schedule an appointment please visit mtec.edu/counseling.
  • Satisfy Entrance Requirements with Testing Center.
  • Students must have documentation of all required immunizations prior to registration which includes: 2 MMR, Hepatitis B (3 series), 2 Varicella, TDAP, and a current TB skin test (PPD); You will need to upload your immunization records via Verified Credentials at least three business days before registration opens. *Note: some externship facilities may require additional immunizations/vaccinations. Click here to view the verified credentials information sheet
  • Students enrolling in this program AT THE PROVO CAMPUS ONLY must meet with an MTECH Academic and Career Counselor prior to registration. High School students should bring a parent. For an appointment please visit mtec.edu/counseling.
SECTIONCAMPUSROOM #START DATEEND DATESTART TIMEEND TIMEDAYS
2024-2025Lehi Main Campus2098/15/20247/30/20257:30 AM10:30 AMM-Th
2024-2025Lehi Main Campus2098/15/20247/30/202511:30 AM2:30 PMM-Th
2024-2025Lehi Main Campus2091/6/202512/19/20252:45 PM5:45 PMM-Th
2024-2025Lehi Main Campus2091/6/202512/19/20256:00 PM9:00 PMM-Th
2024-2025Orem Campus1148/15/20247/30/20257:30 AM10:30 AMM-Th
2024-2025Orem Campus1148/15/20247/30/202511:45 AM2:45 PMM-Th
2024-2025Spanish Fork Campus2218/15/20247/30/20257:30 AM10:30 AMM-Th
2024-2025Spanish Fork Campus2218/15/20247/30/202511:45 AM2:45 PMM-Th
2024-2025Spanish Fork Campus2211/6/202512/19/20252:50 PM5:50 PMM-Th
2024-2025Spanish Fork Campus2211/6/202512/19/20256:00 PM9:00 PMM-Th
2024-2025Wasatch West Campus288/15/20247/30/20257:30 AM10:30 AMM-Th
2024-2025Wasatch West Campus288/15/20247/30/202511:30 AM2:30 PMM-Th
Schedule Notes:Students will complete a 3 hour hybrid assignment each week in place on class on Fridays; Students will complete a 180 hour externship upon completion of the class.
Enrollment Available to: FALSEHS Juniors; must be at least 16 years oldTRUEHS Seniors; must be at least 17 years oldTRUEAdults
FALSEMin Age Requirement:
Registration:
Prerequisites:TRUESatisfy Entrance Requirements with Testing CenterFALSEApplication RequiredTRUEOther:
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Total hours: 900

Course Descriptions
 
Pharmacology9030$360.00$25.00
Medical Office II6020$240.00$30.00
Anatomy and Physiology12040$480.00$25.00
Intermediate Lab I6020$240.00$50.00
Advanced Lab II9030$360.00$50.00
Specialty Patient Care and Treatment6020$240.00$50.00
Specialty Exams and Office Management6020$240.00$50.00
Medical Externship I90x2$240.00$0.00
Medical Externship II90x2$240.00$0.00
TOTALS:900244$3,360.00$390.00
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Minimum/Maximum Enrollment
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Upon registration, you will register and submit payment for the first course in the program. While not required, you may make a deposit, in person or online, for the full program upon registration to be held in your student account.
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Tuition/FeesCost
Tuition:$3,360.00
Registration Fee:$40.00
Application Fee:$0.00
Student Fees:$390.00
Required Materials:$245.25
Industry Exam Fee:$0.00
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Course-by-course cost breakdowns can be found on the “Courses” tab above. Upon registration, you will register and submit payment for the first course in the program. Fees and materials may be required upfront, while some may be paid later throughout the program. While not required, you may make a deposit, in person or online, for the full program upon registration to be held in your student account.
Verified Credentials – Background and Drug Screen Package1$105.25
Total Cost of Required Materials$245.25
Optional MaterialsNotes (ISBN numbers, quantity, etc)Cost
Industry Exam FeeNot required for employment in Utah$155.00
Total Cost of Optional Materials$155.00
Course NameCourse DescriptionCourse HoursCourse CreditsExternship/Clinical/ WBL CreditsTuition ($120/credit hour)Course FeesIndustry Exam Fee
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Introduction to Medical AssistingThe Introduction to Medical Assisting course provides an overview of healthcare professions and their roles in the healthcare environment. Students will be guided through legal concepts and ethical issues in the healthcare setting which will compare and contrast moral issues, professional, and personal ethics. The foundational principles of professional and effective interpersonal communication techniques will be discussed.6020$240.00$30.00$0.00
Clinical Procedures IThe Clinical Procedures course is an introduction to working in an ambulatory outpatient clinic setting, understanding the role of a medical assistant and patient care. The content of this course will focus on infection control, medical asepsis, taking patient histories, performing patient assessments including vital signs, and preparing for and assisting the provider with examinations.6020$240.00$50.00$0.00
Medical Office IThe Medical Office I course introduces administrative and general duties in a medical office. These duties include appointment scheduling, records management, electronic health records use and management, written communications, health insurance, office equipment and management, as well as telephone procedures. This course will provide hands-on practice of administrative skills and competency-based examinations.6020$240.00$30.00$0.00
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  • MTECH Certificate in Medical Assistant
  • Healthcare Provider BLS and First Aid Certification
  • Students are prepared to sit for the NHA National Medical Assistant Licensure Exam.

At MTECH, you will join an exclusive group of graduates who benefit from a commitment to excellence shared by everyone at the school. From instructors who deliver a relevant, industry-driven curriculum to academic counselors focused on ensuring you have the tools you need to succeed, we all share the same goal: your success as a student.

If you want to take the nursing pathway, start with your CNA license. If you want to become a PA or Physician, start with Medical Assistant.

Program length
12 months
Total cost
$4,036
Lehi Campus - Bldg. A
Orem Campus - Bldg. A
Spanish Fork Campus - Bldg. A
Wasatch West Campus
Program length
12 mos
Total cost
$4,036
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Course Descriptions

Introduction to Medical Assisting
The Introduction to Medical Assisting course provides an overview of healthcare professions and their roles in the healthcare environment. Students will be guided through legal concepts and ethical issues in the healthcare setting which will compare and contrast moral issues, professional, and personal ethics. The foundational principles of professional and effective interpersonal communication techniques will be discussed.
Medical Office I
The Medical Office I course introduces administrative and general duties in a medical office. These duties include appointment scheduling, records management, electronic health records use and management, written communications, health insurance, office equipment and management, as well as telephone procedures. This course will provide hands-on practice of administrative skills and competency-based examinations.
Medical Office II
The Medical Office II course introduces students to the management of all aspects of medical office finances. Instruction includes diagnostic and procedural coding for insurance billing. Students will track claims reimbursement, process patient statements, and review fee collection processes.
Anatomy and Physiology
The Anatomy and Physiology course is designed to familiarize the student with the plan and structure of the human body, its function under normal, healthy conditions, and an introduction to the body’s response to illness and disease. Instruction covers an overview of all organ systems, including diagnostic treatment modalities. Medical terms as they relate to the body and correct spelling and pronunciation are taught.
Pharmacology
The Pharmacology course familiarizes the student with pharmaceuticals. Instruction includes commonly prescribed medications, trade and generic names, mode of action, side effects, and usual doses. Concepts covered include the proper administration of oral, injectable, and non-injectable medications. There will be a review of the math skills required to perform medical math conversions and dosage calculations.
Clinical Procedures I
The Clinical Procedures I course is an introduction to working in an ambulatory outpatient clinic setting, understanding the role of a medical assistant and patient care. The content of this course will focus on infection control, medical asepsis, taking patient histories, performing patient assessments including vital signs, and preparing for and assisting the provider with examinations.
Intermediate Lab I
This course teaches the MA student the appropriate response to office emergencies, so they can properly perform routine procedures in the medical office.
Advanced Lab II
In this course the student will learn advanced skills needed in the physician office laboratory. These include respiratory procedures, laboratory safety measures, venipuncture, basic diagnostic testing, ECG’s and Holter monitoring, and preparing for minor surgical assisting.
Specialty Patient Care and Treatment
In this course the student will learn about and perform procedures directed at specific types of patient examinations. These include proctological exams, OB/GYN exams, pediatric exams, and collecting and processing specimens collected during these exams. Additionally, medical assisting students will learn the basics in preparing for IV placement.
Specialty Exams and Office Management
This course is designed to introduce the student to the basic care and treatment of geriatric patients and issues that arise from aging, as well as understanding and assisting patients dealing with mental health issues. Additional topics include the specialty of radiology testing and how it assists with diagnosing patients, and nutrition and exercise, and its effects on the overall health of a patient. Students will also learn about the importance of practicum experience and how to manage a medical office.
Medical Externship I
The Medical Assistant Externship I course allows the medical assistant student the opportunity to demonstrate their administrative and clinical skills in a healthcare setting. This externship takes place in a working medical office or clinic under the supervision of a licensed provider.
Medical Externship II
The Medical Assistant Externship I course allows the medical assistant student the opportunity to demonstrate their administrative and clinical skills in a healthcare setting. This externship takes place in a working medical office or clinic under the supervision of a licensed provider.
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