FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
 

How can I get into the Medical Assisting Program?

You need only register and enroll in the classes. There are no prerequisites or special application procedures.

 

How long will it take to get a Certificate?

The Administrative Certificate may be completed in approximately 11 months, if you attend fulltime.

 

Do you have night classes in Medical Assisting?

Some classes are offered at night. Please view class schedule to see which ones.

 

How do I get Certified or Re-certified?

(Often confused with licensed, registered, other such terms)

Palomar College issues a Certificate to students who successfully (minimum grade of "C") complete the MA Certificate programs. This Certificate is usually all that is necessary to obtain employment. In addition, private organizations offer testing to trained or experienced medical assistants and will issue certification based on passing their exam. One such organization is listed here and will send written information regarding exam dates and locations and provide a study guide for their exam.

 

California Medical Assistants Association Certifying Board

P.O. Box 462

Placerville, CA 95667

Telephone: (530)622-1850 or http:// www.cmaa-ca.org

 

What are the costs of the program?

Tuition, fees, books, and routine school supplies. Costs are approximate.
See the
Medical Assisting Essentials Approximate Costs link.
 

FOR INFORMATION :
 

Jennie Al-Shafie
Academic Department Assistant
jalshafie@palomar.edu  
(760) 744-1150 ext. 2489
 

 

 

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