Medical Assisting

The Medical Assisting Certificate program is unique to the University of Cincinnati. In just two semesters, the Medical Assisting Certificate program allows the student an opportunity to complete a technical certificate program while earning college credit in a profession that is in high demand.

Completing the Medical Assisting Certificate Program through the University of Cincinnati provides the graduate a quality education that is affordable and versatile.

The Medical Assisting Certificate program is designed to prepare medical assistants who are completent in the cognitive (knowledge), psychomotor (skills), and affective (behavior) learning domains to enter the profession. 

Students are prepared for a career as a health professional in a physician's office, clinic, or urgent care (ambulatory) setting. To meet the program objectives, the curriculum provides a rigorous foundation in clinical, patient care, and office administration courses. Clinical and patient care courses include introduction to anatomy and physiology, medical terminology, clinical techniques, laboratory procedures, and physician assisting procedures for various types of ambulatory medical settings. Administrative courses include study in medical office procedures, computers, and oral and written communication.

Successful certificate program graduates are eligible and required to take a highly regarded, nationally recognized credentialing exam (CMA (AAMA)). The CMA (AAMA) is the gold standard of the profession.

The faculty have many years of experience in the medical field and in the educational process. The program curriculum is up to date on the educational needs of the medical assistant and reflects current industry standards.

Graduates will have completed 160 hours of hands-on clinical practice in a medical setting under the direct supervision of a physician and are qualified to assist physicians in a private office, clinic or other health care facility. Medical assistants are trained in both administrative and clinical functions to provide invaluable skills to the physician's office.

According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, "employment of medical assistants is projected to grow 23 percent from 2018 to 2028, much faster than the average of 5% for all occupations."

 "The growth of the aging baby-boom population will continue to increase demand for preventive medical services, which are often provided by physicians. As a result, physicians will hire more assistants to perform routine administrative and clinical duties, allowing the physicians to see more patients."

• Complete Common Application
• Pay $100 non-refundable fee
• Submit official School transcripts
• Submit official test scores
• Submit letter of recommendation (optional)