Medical Assistant Program

The medical assistant program at College America – Denver prepares students for careers as a medical assistant, clinical medical assistant, specialized medical assistant, medical receptionist, front office administration, clinical supervisor, medical office manager, and health services manager. The program focuses on providing medical office administrative services and performing clinical duties. Program courses include: basic anatomy and physiology, medical terminology, medical law and ethics, patient psychology and communications, medical office procedures, and clinical diagnostics, examination, testing and treatment procedures. Get more details below including other Colorado colleges that offer medical assistant program.

College America – Denver

16000 E CentreTech Pky, Aurora, CO

Overview

College America Denver is a private, for-profit, four-year institution of higher learning in Denver, Colorado. It strives to offer high quality educational programs that provide an abundance of career opportunities for students. The programs are designed to meet the evolving trends in the marketplace. The college prides itself on its convenient programs to meet the needs of busy adults. College America was founded in 1964, and the Denver location opened in 1993. The Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges accredits College America.

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Admissions Information

College America Denver features an easy admissions process where students meet with admissions consultants to complete a career questionnaire and select a degree program that is best suited for their needs and goals. They then meet with a financial planner to discuss the financial aid process and develop a personalized financial plan. The financial planners and admissions consultants continue to provide support to students throughout their academic career. All students must have at least a high school diploma or GED diploma.

Students Enrolled in the Medical Assistant Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. College America – Denver offers an associate's degree program in medical assistant.

Students by Gender (2019)

Students by Race (2019)

Source: IPEDS Survey 2012-2020: Data obtained from the US Dept. of Education's Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS). Data may vary depending on school and academic year.

Career Options for Graduates

Medical Assistants

Description

Perform administrative and certain clinical duties under the direction of a physician. Administrative duties may include scheduling appointments, maintaining medical records, billing, and coding information for insurance purposes. Clinical duties may include taking and recording vital signs and medical histories, preparing patients for examination, drawing blood, and administering medications as directed by physician.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, medical assistants employment is expected to grow at a rate of 23.5% from 2014 to 2024

Salary & Wages

• Denver-Aurora-Lakewood, CO
  • Total Employment: 4
  • Average Hourly Rate: $16.65
  • Average Annual Salary: $34630

Source: Job descriptions, estimated salary and wages, and projected job growth are taken from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).