# Medical Assistant (Certificate of Completion)

Santiago Canyon College · 2025-2026 Catalog · Department: Vocational: Medical

Source: https://sccollege.elumenapp.com/catalog/catalog/program/medical-assistant-cc-spring-2019

The Medical Assistant Certificate is designed to provide the hands-on training, practical experience, and industry support it takes to pursue a professional healthcare career. The program includes practical, real-world experience working with knowledgeable medical professionals and making important industry connections. An emphasis is placed on preparing the student to pass the examination to become a Registered Medical Assistant (RMA).

### Program Courses & Requirements

| Course | Title | Units |
| --- | --- | --- |
| **Medical Assistant, CC** | | 730 |
| VMED 020 | Overview of the Medical Assistant Training Program | 10 |
| VMED 021 | Medical Terminology for Medical Assistants | 60 |
| VMED 022 | Business Procedures for Medical Assistants | 180 |
| VMED 023 | Body Systems for Medical Assistants | 60 |
| VMED 024 | Human Diseases and Disorders for Medical Assistants | 60 |
| VMED 025 | Clinical Procedures for Medical Assistants | 120 |
| VMED 026 | Surgical Assisting for Medical Assistants | 90 |
| VMED 027 | Externship for Medical Assistants | 150 |

### Learning Outcomes

-   Demonstrate how to perform administrative and patient care duties.