Why study medical assisting?
Medical assistants are versatile professionals trained to work in ambulatory healthcare settings, providing administrative, clinical, and laboratory support. They work in various healthcare settings, performing tasks like taking vital signs, preparing exam rooms, scheduling appointments, assisting with procedures, and educating patients. Effective communication, attention to detail, and compassion are essential for success in this role.
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Degrees & Certificates
Medical Assisting
Associate in Applied Science
Time to Complete:
Two years
Schedule:
Day classes
An associate degree in Medical Assisting at Forsyth Tech covers medical terminology, clinical procedures, and administrative tasks. Graduates can sit for certification exams and pursue entry-level positions in healthcare.
Medical Assisting
Diploma
Time to Complete:
One year
Schedule:
Day classes
Earning a diploma in medical assisting covers anatomy, physiology, medical terminology, clinical procedures, and healthcare law and ethics. Hands-on experience is gained through externships or clinical rotations, emphasizing organizational and communication skills for success in the field.
$35,000
Average annual salary
6.6 %
Job growth
408
Job openings
Career Tracks
- Medical Office Manager
- Medical Assistant
- Specialized Medical Assistant
Get the education you deserve without spending your days worrying about how to afford it. Our financial aid team can help you chart a path to paying for college, including through debt-free grants and scholarships.
The Forsyth Tech Cares program supports students so they can succeed, including access to financial assistance, health services, and confidential counseling.
Accreditation & Program Outcomes
In compliance with the Medical Assisting Education Review Board policy 210, 2022 Standards, all accredited medical assisting programs are required to publish a five-year average outcome from the 2022 Annual Report Review. The outcomes are to be published at a location that is accessible to prospective and current students, graduates and the public. After the evaluation of the current ARF, MAERB will choose the specific the outcomes with the year designated for publication.
The medical assisting program at Forsyth Technical Community College has a five-year average of 90% for job placement for the years 2018-2022.
The medical assisting program at Forsyth Technical Community College has a five-year retention rate of 60.75% for the years 2018-2022.
The five-year average for the exam passage rate for the years 2018-2022 is 98.46%.
See a 2023 Curriculum Map here.
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