Medical Assisting Diploma: Albany, NY & Richmond, VA

Diploma

Diploma in Medical Assisting

12 months

Approximate Program Length

44 credits

Total Credits

January 14

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A rewarding career as a medical assistant is closer than you may think. Students can get on track to pursue a number of healthcare career opportunities in as little as one year with Bryant & Stratton College’s Medical Assisting diploma. In this program, you will earn the valuable experience you need to provide quality patient care in your career.

This medical assistant diploma program utilizes classroom lectures and hands-on lab courses to provide the foundation needed to succeed in today’s modern healthcare field. The courses in the Medical Assisting diploma mirror the clinical and administrative duties medical assistants are expected to perform in private practices, hospitals, clinics, medical offices, labs and other healthcare facilities.

The Medical Assisting Diploma program is offered at our Albany, NY, and Richmond, VA campus locations. Both campuses are equipped with their own medical assisting labs, offering a convenient way to get hands-on experience as you learn. With this added benefit, students build the confidence to thrive in internships and real-world settings after completion and certification.

Medical Assistant Certification (CCMA)

Students are prepared to sit for the CCMA (Certified Clinical Medical Assistant) exam upon successful completion of the diploma program. Passing the CCMA is essential to working as a medical assistant. This certification will demonstrate to prospective employers that you are capable of performing administrative and clinical tasks. If you are looking for allied health education programs or CCMA classes, consider the benefits of enrolling in a medical assistant diploma program.

Earning your diploma is an efficient way to prepare for certification while gaining a foothold in your education. Once you earn a diploma, you can move into higher-level degree programs, step-by-step, as you are ready. With the qualifications to work in a wide-variety of healthcare settings, you can gain valuable experience while planning the next moves on your career path.

Where can you take this program?

Whether you choose to learn at our Albany, NY, or Richmond, VA campus, our medical assistant diploma program is tailored to fit your lifestyle and prepare you for a real career through hands-on learning. Use our interactive map to explore the various campus locations where this diploma in medical assisting program is offered.

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Albany, NY

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Program Outcomes

The Medical Assisting diploma at Bryant & Stratton College offers students the following:

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Communicate and collaborate professionally with patients, healthcare team, and third-party providers in diverse environments.

Demonstrate knowledge in medical assisting skills.

Demonstrate and practice behavior consistent with the legal and ethical standards of this health sciences profession.

Demonstrate standard, quality, safety, and risk-reduction precautions in the healthcare setting.

Stackable Solutions

Scalable to Your Career Level & Goals

Bryant & Stratton College designs skill-building programs to fit your needs. In addition to the knowledge and experience our medical assistant diploma program provides, this program is scalable and stackable. Whether seeking to jumpstart your career or advance your education we offer diploma & associate degree options to help you achieve your academic and career goals on your schedule. Plus, we help students figure out their best financial aid solutions to help make their education a reality. If you want to find solutions that result in a medical assisting career, consider the benefits of this efficient program.

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Overview

Develop your approach to clinical patient support – from checking vital signs to maintaining medical records and more.

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Program Format

On-Campus

Program Duration

2-Years Full-Time Study

Possible Careers

Overview

Prepare to support healthcare operations through skills in office management, patient records management and more.

Program Format

On-Campus

Program Duration

1-Year Full-Time Study
2-Years Part-Time Study

Possible Careers

Key Medical Assisting Courses

For a full course listing, please refer to the Bryant & Stratton College catalog.

AHLT100
- Medical Terminology

AHLT111
- Introduction to Health Care

AHLT120
- Anatomy and Physiology I

AHLT125
- Anatomy and Physiology II

AHLT130
- Clinical Procedures

AHLT230
- Medical Laboratory

AHLT235
- Health Care Reimbursement/ Billing Emphasis

AHLT240
- Pharmacology

AHLT245
- Medical Office Procedures/Electronic Records

AHLT252
- Advanced Medical Assisting

AHLT270
- Medical Assisting Internship

COMM104
- Learning Communities

ENGL102
- Research and Writing for the Workplace

MATH101
- Workplace Mathematics

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Valuable Medical Assistant Internships

What are your career goals? When you contact us about this diploma program, we can help you understand which internship opportunities align with your aspirations. Our goal is to match you with the best fit for your goals. That way, you can increase your chances of finding the type of medical assisting role that’s right for you!

Internships for New York Students

In addition to your classroom experience, we recognize the importance of real-world application. Through our partnership network, students are provided with opportunities to actively apply their learnings within their chosen field. We work to develop relationships with healthcare employers in the Albany area and New York state.

Internships for Richmond, VA Area Students

Students within driving distance of the Richmond, Virginia area, such as Chesterfield, Glen Allen, and Short Pump, should consider joining our community of learners. Courses are taught by experienced faculty with experience in the field of healthcare. They can help you understand what to expect and how to succeed as you transition from the classroom into your career.

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Through my Medical Assisting internship, I gained the experience of the clinical aspect of being a Medical Assistant. What I loved most about my internship was all the positivity and support. Everyone was so welcoming, and patients would wish me luck on my education and internship.
Sierra Gessell Rochester Regional Health

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Commonwealth Senior Living welcomed me with open arms & eased my apprehensions of rejoining the workforce after military service. I gained valuable insight into the operations & management of assisted-living communities. I feel confident & prepared for future opportunities in healthcare administration.
Amelia Kennedy Commonwealth Senior Living at Cedar Manor

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I am truly loving the time I have spent at Buffalo General Hospital and am learning so much through everyone I have worked with and spoken to. It is so exciting that I am able to use what I have learned at B&SC and put it into practice as a future professional. I could not be happier with everything I experienced during my clinical.
Alisia Humphreys Buffalo General Medical Center

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As a graduate from the Physical Therapist Assistant program at Bryant and Stratton College, I feel I was well prepared to begin my profession as a PTA. My time at Kaleida Health has given me the experiences to develop my skills and confidence that allows me to help educate students in the role of a PTA in the clinical setting.
Nick Zenger Buffalo General Medical Center

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What can you do with a Medical Assisting Diploma?

The diploma in medical assisting program prepares graduates to complete both clinical and administrative tasks in the healthcare field. While job duties can vary depending on the environment, most assistants will collect and record patient information as well as vital signs. Upon completion, graduates of the Medical Assisting diploma will know the basics of clinical procedures and may find themselves working in a number of settings in the healthcare industry.

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What are students saying?

Learn from our students and alumni on how Bryant & Stratton College has shaped their education experience.

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I always tell anyone who may be considering the MA program at Bryant & Stratton College not to be discouraged. It is likely that you will walk in not knowing much of anything on your first day, but if you stand your ground and follow through nothing can hold you back.
Jessica Yanik AAS Medical Assisting

Frequently Asked Questions

A diploma program for medical assisting is focused on providing the instruction you need to start your healthcare career as a medical assistant. At 44-credit-hours, it’s designed to be completed in just three semesters of work, offering the insights, training and credential you need to take the Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA) from the National Healthcare Association.

While some employers may prefer you obtain a relevant associate or even bachelor’s degree, a diploma could be the ticket you need to get your foot in the door sooner. At Bryant & Stratton College, our Medical Assisting Diploma program covers the clinical and administrative duties that typically come with a medical assistant position. Plus, the 44 credit hours you’ll earn in it can be directly applied to our medical assisting associate degree program in the future.

If you are going for an associate degree, you should be able to complete the program in around two years. If you want to start your healthcare career sooner, Bryant & Stratton College’s Medical Assisting Diploma can be completed in just three semesters of full-time study.

Actually, it’s a career. You can prepare for this healthcare career by earning a relevant degree or diploma, such as Bryant & Stratton College’s Medical Assisting Diploma, and gain the education and credential you need to take the National Healthcare Association’s Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA) exam.

Your medical assistant diploma will never expire – but if you are a certified medical assistant (CMA) you will need to re-certify on a routine basis. The right diploma program, including the ones Bryant & Stratton College offer, will help you build the educational foundation you need for certification and long-term career success as a medical assistant.

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