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CourseGraphic Step into a rewarding healthcare career with our Clinical Medical Assistant program! This accelerated course provides the essential training needed to thrive in the dynamic field of medical assistance. Under the guidance of an experienced Certified Medical Assistant (CMA), you will gain hands-on skills crucial for success in various healthcare settings, including private practices, hospitals and clinics. 

In this comprehensive 150-hour lecture and lab program, you’ll master:
  • Vital Signs Measurement: Learn to accurately measure and record patient vital signs.
  • Medication Administration: Gain expertise in administering medications and injections safely.
  • Medical Record Keeping: Develop skills for maintaining accurate and up-to-date patient records.
  • Specimen Preparation: Understand how to prepare specimens for laboratory testing.
  • Patient Preparation: Discover best practices for preparing patients for examinations and treatments.
  • Diagnostic Testing: Acquire knowledge in diagnostic procedures and testing.
  • Phlebotomy: Learn the techniques of drawing blood for testing.
  • Pharmacology: Explore the fundamentals of medications and their uses.
  • Cardiac Life Cycle: Study the essentials of the cardiac system and its functions.

Completers of this Eligible Training Provider List (ETPL)-approved program can expect: 
  • To sit confidently for the National Health Career Association’s Certified Medical Assistant Examination
  • A program cost of $3,999 Includes textbook, online resources, labs and NHA exam cost. 
  • A 14% increase in job openings by 2030 Bureau of Labor Statistics https://www.onetonline.org/link/localtrends/31-9092.00?st=NV 
  • An average annual salary of $39,940 NV avg., Bureau of Labor Statistics: https://www.onetonline.org/link/localwages/31-9092.00?st=NV 



 

Class Details

38 Session(s)
Days of the Week :Multiple Days of the Week :
  Weekly - Mon.  
  Weekly - Tue, Wed.  
  Weekly - Thu.  

Location : TMCC Meadowood Center Location : 
  TMCC Meadowood Center.

Instructor : Laura Lytle 

 

Notice

Please read:  Students are required to purchase and wear scrubs (any color) for all in-person classes (approximate cost: $25). Additionally, students must bring their own stethoscope and blood pressure cuff (approximate cost: $25-$35). Hands-on lab sessions will involve practicing on classmates under close instructor supervision. Online sessions take place on Mondays and Thursdays, while in-person classes are scheduled for Tuesdays and Wednesdays.

Tuition: 

$3,999.00


Schedule Information

Skip dates: (No class on 01/20/2025, 02/17/2025)

Date(s) Class Days Times Location Instructor(s) Instructional Method
1/13/2025 - 3/17/2025 Weekly - Mon 05:30 PM - 08:30 PM N/A - Online Laura Lytle  Online
1/14/2025 - 3/19/2025 Weekly - Tue, Wed 05:30 PM - 09:30 PM Reno, TMCC Meadowood Center  Map Laura Lytle  ClassRoom
1/16/2025 - 3/20/2025 Weekly - Thu 05:30 PM - 09:30 PM N/A - Online Laura Lytle  Online

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