Texas Community Colleges

 Medical Administrative Assistant

Degree and Certificate Programs 

PROGRAM OVERVIEW

The Medical Administrative Assistant Program at Western Texas College is ideal for students interested in acquiring the skills needed to succeed in today’s competitive medical office environment. 

PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS

Upon completion of courses, students will take the National Healthcareer Association certification exam to earn the following national certification: Certified Medical Administrative Assistant (CMAA).

DEGREE & CERTIFICATE OFFERED

The Medical Administrative Assistant Program offers an Associate of Applied Science Degree and a one-year certificate.


For course descriptions and tuition and fee information, please see the Course Catalog.

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CAREER OPPORTUNITIES & OUTLOOK

WTC prepares students for a variety of exciting entry-level medical office support positions such as medical billing, medical records, and medical clinic management. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, most positions will see growth through 2030, including Medical Information Clerks (2%) and Medical Records Specialists (9%). 

ALCOHOL/DRUG TESTING

As part of WTC's Alcohol/Drug policy, random, reasonable cause, and post-accident drug and alcohol tests are performed on students during their time in the program.

PROOF OF HEALTH INSURANCE

Health insurance is required of all students entering the program.


REQUEST MORE INFORMATION

Would you like to receive more information about this program? Fill out the Information Packet Request HERE.

TAKE THE NEXT STEP

Ready to apply? Check out our New Student Checklist. For more information on applying to the program, please contact:

Angela Thomas
Medical Assistant Program Instructor

Bldg. 16, Room 101
angela.thomas@wtc.edu
325-574-7659

Shawn Fonville
Dean of Career & Technical Education
Bldg. 15, Room 108
shawn.fonville@wtc.edu
325-574-7645