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Medical Assistant Program

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Program Duration: 6–12 months (full-time or part-time)
Estimated Total Hours: 900–1200 hours
Tuition: $15,000 (scholarships available for WMC employees)
Accreditation: Pending
Format: Online & classroom instruction, simulation practice, externship at WMC clinics. Students may have credits due to prior work or school. 

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1. Core Medical Knowledge & Theory (300–400 Hours)

A. Medical Terminology (40 Hours, Online)

  • Word parts: prefixes, suffixes, roots

  • Abbreviations and symbols

  • Body system–based terminology

B. Anatomy & Physiology (80 Hours, Online)

  • Human body systems overview

  • Organ functions and pathology

  • Common diseases and disorders

C. Pharmacology & Medication Administration (60 Hours, Online)

  • Drug classifications and uses

  • Routes of administration (oral, topical, parenteral)

  • Dosage calculations and safety

  • California Legal Scope:

    • MAs may administer medications (oral, topical, intradermal, subcutaneous, intramuscular) only under direct physician/PA/NP supervision.

    • MAs may NOT administer IV medications, anesthetics (except topical), or perform tasks that constitute assessment, interpretation, or diagnosis.

D. Laboratory Procedures & Diagnostic Testing (60 Hours, WMC REI Simulation Lab)

  • Venipuncture and capillary puncture

  • Urinalysis, throat cultures, specimen collection

  • EKG and cardiac monitoring

  • Point-of-care testing (blood sugar, urinalysis)

  • California Legal Scope:

    • MAs may perform venipuncture and skin puncture with documented training.

    • Must follow CLIA-waived testing guidelines.

E. Medical Office Procedures (50 Hours, Online)

  • Scheduling and EMR/EHR documentation

  • Insurance billing and coding (CPT, ICD-10, HCPCS)

  • HIPAA & patient confidentiality

  • Medical office software training

F. Infection Control & OSHA Compliance (30 Hours, Online)

  • Aseptic technique & sterilization

  • Bloodborne pathogen protocols

  • OSHA workplace safety standards

 

2. Clinical Skills Training (300–400 Hours)

A. Patient Care & Examination Techniques (80 Hours, Onsite)

  • Vital signs, patient intake, history documentation

  • Assisting in physical exams and minor procedures

  • Patient flow and rooming protocols

B. Phlebotomy & Specimen Collection (80 Hours, WM Clinic)

  • Venipuncture techniques & tube selection

  • Pediatric and geriatric phlebotomy considerations

  • Chain of custody and proper labeling

C. Electrocardiography (EKG) (40 Hours, WMC REI)

  • Lead placement, waveform recognition

  • Identifying arrhythmias

  • Artifact troubleshooting

D. Emergency Procedures & First Aid (50 Hours, WMC REI)

  • CPR & BLS certification

  • Wound care and bandaging

  • Emergency protocols (syncope, seizures, anaphylaxis)

E. Injection Administration & Immunizations (50 Hours, RM Clinic)

  • IM, SC, and ID injections

  • Vaccine schedules and administration

  • Documentation and counseling

  • California Legal Scope:

    • MAs may administer immunizations/injections only when ordered and verified by a licensed provider.

    • Must complete Board-approved training (per CCR §1366).


3. Professional Development & Ethics (80–100 Hours, Online)

A. Medical Law & Ethics (40 Hours)

  • Patient rights, informed consent

  • Scope of practice for California MAs (B&P Code §§2069–2071)

  • Supervision requirements (direct vs. indirect)

  • Legal liabilities & delegation limits

B. Communication & Interpersonal Skills (40 Hours)

  • Cultural competence & sensitivity

  • De-escalation techniques

  • Team-based care and professionalism

C. Career Development (20 Hours)

  • Resume building, interview prep

  • Certification exam practice

  • Continuing education pathways


4. Externship (160–240 Hours)

Sites: Wynn Medical Center Clinics

  • Patient intake & rooming

  • Phlebotomy and specimen collection

  • Administering injections & EKGs

  • Administrative and EMR duties

  • Supervision: All externship tasks supervised by licensed physicians, PAs, or NPs in accordance with California MA laws.


5. Certification Pathways

Graduates eligible for:

  • CMA (AAMA) – Certified Medical Assistant

  • RMA (AMT) – Registered Medical Assistant

  • NCMA (NCCT) – National Certified Medical Assistant

  • CCMA (NHA) – Certified Clinical Medical Assistant

Additional Certifications:

  • BLS Certification (mandatory in California clinical roles)

  • Phlebotomy Technician Certification (CDPH-approved, required for independent lab draws in CA)

  • EKG Technician Certification (recommended for cardiology work)

 

Summary of Curriculum Hours

ComponentHours

Didactic Training300–400

Clinical Skills Training300–400

Professional Development80–100

Externship160–240

Total Program Hours900–1200


Program Contact
cynthia.nguyen@wynnmedcenter.com
 

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