Medical Assistant
Prescribing a dose of enhanced doctor-patient harmony!
The Medical Assistant program equips aspiring professionals with essential skills for the medical field, emphasizing in patient interaction, and prepares them for a nationally recognized certification.
Completion Rate: 91%
Placement Rate: 90%
Median Income: $42k
Program Overview
Learn More About Our Medical Assistant Program
Looking to start a career in healthcare that blends clinical skills with patient interaction? Dixie Tech’s Medical Assistant program prepares you for vital front and back office roles in clinics, hospitals, and specialty care settings. Through hands-on training, you’ll build confidence working directly with patients while learning the procedures that keep a medical office running smoothly.
Graduates are eligible to take multiple national certifications, making this program ideal for those who want job-ready skills that are always in-demand and future proof.
As a student of this program, you will:
- Understand medical terminology, pharmacology, and patient documentation
- Perform hands-on clinical procedures including phlebotomy, EKGs, injections, and vital sign monitoring
- Navigate medical office systems, scheduling, and insurance billing
- Apply foundational anatomy and physiology knowledge in real-world scenarios
- Prepare for multiple NHA (National Healthcareer Association) exams
Attainable Certificates Include:
- Accredited Dixie Technical College Certificate
- NHA Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA)
- NHA Phlebotomy Technician
- NHA EKG Technician
- NHA Medical Front Office Assistant
This Program Prepares You for Careers Such As:
- Medical Assistant – Median Income $42k year, with top earners at $56k year.*
- Medical Admin Assistant – Median Income $40k year, with top earners at $58k year.*
*Source: careeronestop.org
Total Tuition and Course Fees:
$3,706.00
Scholarships and Grants Available
Program Length:
10 Months
+180 Hours of Externship
Credit Hours
28
Upcoming Start Dates:
January 11, 2027 | 5:00pm – 8:30pm | Mon – Thu (+6 online hrs/week)
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Medical Assistant
Program Description
Medical assistants are multi-skilled, allied healthcare professionals responsible for various clinical and/or administrative duties and are an essential part of a healthcare team. This program is designed to prepare students for entry-level positions that will allow them to learn and move into higher-level job opportunities by working with physicians and providers in office settings. Students in this program learn cognitive (knowledge), psychomotor (skills), and affective (behavior) learning domains by focusing on administrative and back office clinical skills. Upon successful completion of all required courses, students participate in an externship in a medical office. Graduates of the program are eligible to take a national certification exam.
Attendance Standard: This program has a minimum attendance standard of 85%.
Learning Objectives
- Perform accurate medical documentation, patient education instruction, communication, and apply critical thinking skills in both simulated and clinical settings.
- Describe the areas of general, clinical, and administrative medical assisting.
- Demonstrate competencies and skills in preparation for taking a medical assistant national certification examination.
- Demonstrate competent patient care of a medical assistant in ambulatory healthcare facilities.
- Exhibit basic skills of a medical assistant including obtaining vital signs, phlebotomy, pharmacology, EKG, and assisting providers with specialty examinations.
Medical Assistant Courses (28 Credit Hours)
TEMA 1010 | Introduction to Medical Assisting | 2 credits
TEMA 1020 | Medical Office I | 2 credits
TEMA 1060 | Clinical Procedures | 2 credits
TEMA 1085 | Medical Terminology | 2 credits
TEMA 1040 | Anatomy and Physiology | 4 credits
TEMA 1320 | Clinical Procedures II | 4 credits
TEMA 1030 | Medical Office II | 2 credits
TEMA 1050 | Pharmacology | 3 credits
TEMA 1330 | Clinical Procedures III | 3 credits
TEMA 1900 | Medical Assistant Externship I | 2 credits
TEMA 1910 | Medical Assistant Externship II | 2 credits
Accreditation
Dixie Technical College is accredited by the Commission of the Council on Occupational Education. Accreditation by COE is viewed as a nationally-honored seal of excellence for occupational education institutions and denotes honesty and integrity. Information regarding accreditation may be obtained at:
Council on Occupational Education
7840 Roswell Road, Building 300, Suite 325
Atlanta, GA 30350
Telephone: 770-396-3898 Fax: 770-396-3790
council.org
Cost Overview
Tuition at Dixie Technical College Is Affordable
Tuition & Fees must be paid before registering for class unless a payment plan or other funding options have been approved and signed. Information is subject to change without notice.
Tuition is waived for High-School students, however they are still responsible for course fees and additional costs.
Total Tuition and Course Fees:
$3,706.00
Additional Costs:
$45 – Background Check
$45 – Scrubs
$55 – Stethoscope and Blood Pressure Cuff
$134 – NHA Certified Phlebotomy Tech National Exam*
$134 – NHA EKG National Exam*
$134 – NHA Medical Front Office Exam*
$169 – NHA CCMA Exam
$500 – Book Bundle
* Optional
Need help paying for college?
Learn about Scholarships and Grants and how to apply for Financial Aid by using the links below.
Cohort Start Dates
Upcoming Start Dates and Class Times for This Program
Program Length
10 Months
+180 Hours of Externship
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Education Verification
Provide a copy of one of the following: High School Diploma, High School Transcript showing graduation date, GED, Associate’s Degree, or Bachelor’s Degree.
Testing Requirements
Each program has specific testing score requirements for admission. The scores are listed in the drop-down tabs below. You may be exempt from taking the Accuplacer Entrance Assessment if you provide proof of one or more of the following:
- Qualifying ACT or SAT scores (see drop-down tabs below)
- College coursework (MATH 900+ and ENGLISH 1000+) with a grade of B- or higher
- An Associate’s, Bachelor’s, or Master’s degree
If you do not meet one of the above criteria, click here to schedule your Accuplacer Entrance Assessment.
Accuplacer Qualifying Scores:
Math – 245
Reading – 245
Writing – 245
ACT Qualifying Scores:
Math – 15
Reading – 15
English – 15
SAT Qualifying Scores:
Math – 390
ERW – 290
Proof of Valid Photo ID
Immunizations
Click here for additional information on immunization requirements.
Immunizations must be completed before your program begins. Students who do not have their immunizations completed on time may lose their spot in the cohort. You will also need to complete a tuberculosis (TB) test. Schedule a TB test here.
Click here to find out how to access your Utah immunization records.
Drug Screen
This will be taken care of within your program.
Background Check
Cost: $45, this will be taken care of within your program.
Professional Goal Statement
Application Fee
$0 for all applicants.
Application Review
After successfully completing and submitting the above requirements, the College will perform an application review. Students will be emailed regarding their acceptance status.
To get started on these requirements begin an application.
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Steps to Take
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Industry Expert Instructors
Our industry-leading instructors, equipped with years of experience and knowledge, are prepared to mentor and guide the next generation of Medical Assistants.
Rebecca Bundy
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