Medical Assistant Certificate
Start Your Healthcare Career Here
Be a Medical Assistant
The Medical Assisting Certificate prepares students for entry-level employment in a physician’s clinic or a variety of other healthcare settings. Program graduates will have the academic, administrative, and clinical skills necessary for an allied healthcare professional.
Oregon Coast Community College (OCCC) has an articulation agreement with the Oregon Institute of Technology (OIT), allowing Medical Assistant graduates to pursue a Bachelor of Science in Health Care Management, Administration Option.
The Medical Assistant program is offered at the OCCC North County Center in Lincoln City.
Medical Assistant Program Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of the Medical Assisting Training Program students will:
- Interact in a caring and respectful manner with patients, families, and the health care team.
- Establish and manage office procedures and implement medical documentation systems using appropriate medical terminology.
- Perform the administrative business tasks required in a medical office.
- Assist the physician and other members of the health care team in clinical procedures related to the examination and treatment of patients.
- Comply with quality assurance requirements in performing clinical laboratory procedures.
- Perform common diagnostic procedures under a licensed health care provider to ensure patient comfort and safety.
Forms & Admission Documents
Students must pass Fall term Medical Assisting classes to continue in the program.
Medical Assistant Application Process
The Medical Assistant program is a limited entry program. The application typically opens in May and is offered every Fall term. The course may be cancelled for low enrollment or other factors such as faculty availability.
Apply to OCCC
After receiving the welcome email from our college, follow the instructions to set up your college email and student accounts. Apply here.
Book Advising Appointment + Attend an Academic Orientation Advising
The advisor for nursing & allied health can assist with general advising, orientation sign up and answer other questions. Book your appointment here.
Know Your Payment Plan
If you plan on using financial aid, be sure to complete the FAFSA application and list our school. After you have completed your FAFSA, you will also need to complete a budget.
Medical Assistant Application
The MA application will be posted on the medical assistant web page for each term that it is being offered.
Registration
Once all steps are completed, you may register.
Medical Assistant Program Course Content and Outcomes
- NCMA 101 | Body Structure & Function I
- NCMA 102 | Clinical Procedures I
- NCMA 103 | Office Skills For the Medical Office
- NCMA 111 | Body Structure & Function II
- NCMA 112 | Clinical Procedures II
- NCMA 113 | Clinical Practicum I
- NCMA 123 | Clinical Practicum II
- NCMA 125 | Pharmacology
Learn more about these courses and see the term-by-term proposed schedule in the College Catalog.
How Do You Get Started?
Paying for School — You Have Options
Cost should never be the reason you don’t pursue a a Medical Assistant certificate. Your Student Success Coach can tell you about OCCC’s Financial Aid options. Schedule your meeting, below!
Your Next Steps
Your career is waiting. Let’s not waste a moment!
Ready to start? Here’s what to do today:
1 – Schedule an in-person or Zoom advising appointment with a Student Success Coach.
4 – Apply for admission and register for classes
Additional Information
Disabilities
Oregon Coast Community College is committed to providing equal opportunities for students with disabilities throughout the College community. Students with documented disabilities are entitled to reasonable accommodations under Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990. Our philosophy is to maximize your independence and self-reliance, providing a variety of support options to assist you in achieving your educational and/or vocational objectives. To receive services, you must submit documentation of your disabling condition(s) to the Vice President for Student Affairs. To initiate support services, please contact the Vice President for Student Affairs at 541-867-8511. Students are responsible for requesting, in a timely manner, accommodation and documenting the nature and extent of their disability.
Equal Opportunity and Non-Discrimination
The College prohibits unlawful discrimination based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex, marital status, disability, veteran status, age, sexual orientation, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law in any area, activity or operation of the College. The College also prohibits retaliation against an individual for engaging in activity protected under this policy, and interfering with rights or privileges granted under anti-discrimination laws. In addition, the College complies with applicable provisions of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 (as amended), related Executive Orders 11246 and 11375, Title IX of the Education Amendments Act of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (as amended), Uniformed Services Employment and Reemployment Rights Act (“USERRA’), and all local and state civil rights laws. Under this policy, equal opportunity for employment, admission, and participation in the College’s programs, services, and activities will be extended to all persons, and the College will promote equal opportunity and treatment through application of this policy and other College efforts designed for that purpose.
Persons having questions about equal opportunity and nondiscrimination should contact either:
Vice President for Academic and Student Affairs, Kristina Holton
or
Director of Human Resources, Joy Gutknecht
Questions can also be mailed to their attention at 400 SE College Way, Newport, OR 97366.