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Students receive instruction from industry experienced experts in Medical Assistant courses in Quincy. The Medical Assistant Diploma program provides classes in basic courses in speech, English, pharmacology anatomy and physiology and nutrition. The courses then focus on medical language, medical assistant skills and various medical assistant duties. Students learn clinical duties, pharmacology, medical terminology instruction, drug administration, medical insurance billing, claims processing, and the handling of medical records. The Medical Assistant courses in Quincy also include laboratory techniques and hands-on training courses in phlebotomy, pre-physical exam preparation, radiology procedures, physical therapy, electrocardiograms, clinical instruments, medical writing and transcription, medication mathematics and much more. Also, each student will complete further Medical Assistant training through an externship. Graduates are eligible to take the Certified Medical Assistant exam through the American Association of Medical Assistants.

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3609 North Marx Drive, Quincy, IL 62305
Toll Free: 888-553-6627 | Local: 217-224-0600

Facilities

The Medical Assistant program in Quincy is designed to simulate the real world environment as closely as possible. Students receive hands-on training in laboratory environments that feature similar a medical office environment and equipment that they will experience once they are ready to embark on a new career. Additionally, computer labs are open additional hours to provide work-study time outside of classes. Enrollment also provides each student online resources such as library services, a student portal, email and online companion courses.

Maximum class size is 30 students. Theory classes are limited to a 30:1 student/teacher ratio and labs are limited to a 20:1 ratio.

Course List

MA 101 Basic Medical Assistant Language & Principles
MA 102 Basic Medical Assistant Skills
MA 103 Advanced Medical Assistant I
MA 104 Advanced Medical Assistant II
MA 105 Advanced Medical Assistant III
MA 106 Medical Assistant Externship

Student Achievement Information

2010 ACCSC Graduation Benchmark: 45%
2010 ACCSC Graduation Rate: 60%
2010 ACCSC Employment Benchmark: 70%
2010 ACCSC Employment Rate: 80%
Federal 2010 On Time Grad Rate: 78.37%
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Occupations

Medical Assistants
Medical Equipment Preparers
Endoscopy Technicians
Speech-Language Pathology Assistants
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Financing

Federal Education Loans: $15,879.98
Private Education Loans: $0
Institutional Payment Plans:$0
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Institutional Costs

Tuition: $22,800
Books & Supplies: $1,900
Lab/Tech Fee: $1,500
Reg. Fee: $100
Total Cost: $26,300

Transportation and Living Expenses

Transportation: $447
Room & Board (Dependent, living with parents): $399
Room & Board (Independent): $796
Room & Board (Military, receiving housing allowance): $399
Personal Expenses: $251

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