Medical Assistant Schools in Idaho
Medical assistant schools in Idaho offer short-term training programs designed to equip students for a career in medical assisting. Medical assistants are a hot commodity in the medical field and have to perform a wide range of duties and skills. Most medical assistants divide their time between office duties and direct patient care. Students can choose from a one year certificate option or a two-year associate’s degree option. Students with two-year associate’s tend to earn a higher wage and have increased responsibilities. Common courses include medical terminology, pharmacology, medical insurance and billing, patient care techniques, vital sign and medication administration, medical office operations, and medical computer software and systems.
Associate of Science in Medical Assisting: The Medical Assisting program prepares graduates to work under the direction of physicians in a private practice or medical setting. Students develop a solid foundation in communication and problem solving skills through general education coursework.
Other programs available at Brown Mackie College: Diploma in Medical Assistant
Boise
Other cities in Idaho
Online Schools
The following is a list of schools that offer online Medical Assistant Schools programs.
OTHER COMMUNITY AND TECHNICAL COLLEGES IN IDAHO
Brigham Young University-Idaho
525 S Center, Rexburg, Idaho 83460Telephone:(208) 496-2411
http://www.byui.edu


