Contact Information
General Contact
- School Code: 129070
- Phone: (949) 376-6000
- School Homepage
Admissions Office
Financial Aid Office
FINANCIAL AID RATE
68%STUDENT TEACHER RATIO
18:1DEGREE OFFERED ONLINE
40FINANCIAL AID AWARD AVG.
$2,051Average Grants + Scholarship Aid Awarded to Undergraduate Students
Percent of Full-Time Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid
Percent of Students Paying In-State Tuition vs Out-of-State Tuition
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Medical Assistant Program
The medical assistant program at Lake Tahoe Community College 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 California colleges that offer medical assistant program.
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Lake Tahoe Community College (LTCC)
2222 Laguna Canyon Rd, Laguna Beach, CA
About
Lake Tahoe Community College, located in South Lake Tahoe, California, was founded in 1975 but lacked a campus, instead utilizing a closed motel as an interim site. The school currently enrolls nearly 3000 students annually, and maintains a modern campus to ensure students receive the best education possible. The school has been steadily adding programs and services over the years and constructing facilities that ensure such programs may be properly taught.
Academics
Lake Tahoe Community College offers a number of programs that allow students to pursue transfer or career training opportunities. Transfer programs allow students to complete the first two years of a four year education, followed by transferring to a four year college or university to complete the final two years and earn a bachelor's degree. Career training programs prepare students for entry into the workforce by providing education and training in a high demand industry or field. Programs typically take between one and two years to complete, resulting in an associate degree or certificate.
Programs offered include:
Admissions and Financial Aid
As an open enrollment institution Lake Tahoe Community College admits any individuals who have graduated high school or are eighteen years of age or older. Interested individuals should s complete an application for admission, pay all fees, provide transcripts and test scores, and may be required to take a placement exam. Prior to registration students are encouraged to participate in orientation and meet with a counselor to discuss programs and curriculum. Financial aid is available in the form of loans, grants and scholarships which are awarded based on need as determined by the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA).
Students Enrolled in the Medical Assistant Program
Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Lake Tahoe Community College has offered the following program levels for students:
- Less Than Two-Year Award
- Associate's Degree
Students by Academic Level (2019)
Graduates | |
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Less Than Two-Year Award | 1 |
Associate's Degree | 2 |
Students by Gender (2019)
Graduates | |
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Male | 0 |
Female | 3 |
Students by Race (2019)
Graduates | |
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Asian | 1 |
Hispanic | 1 |
White | 1 |
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
Students who have completed the Medical Assistant program at LTCC, have entered into some of these more popular career paths listed below: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
Source: Job descriptions, estimated salary and wages, and projected job growth are taken from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).
Admission Requirements & Details
The admissions information below may provide a better idea of the students Lake Tahoe Community College accepts. The details may include application requirements and recommendations, as well as any college credits that may be transferred.
College Credits Accepted
- Dual Credits
- AP Course Credits
Academics & Student Services
Student Services
To help students and recent graduates, Lake Tahoe Community College may offer services like those listed below:
- Online classes
- Weekend and night classes available
- Remedial courses
- Counseling assistance
- Student employment
- Day care for children
Intercollegiate Athletics
- Soccer