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General Contact
- School Code: 107800
- Phone: (602) 371-1188
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Admissions Office
- Phone: (602) 285-7502
Financial Aid Office
- Phone: (602) 285-7410
FINANCIAL AID RATE
78%STUDENT TEACHER RATIO
19:1DEGREE OFFERED ONLINE
22FINANCIAL AID AWARD AVG.
$3,483Average 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 Phoenix 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 Arizona colleges that offer medical assistant program.
The Medical Assistant program at Phoenix College is accredited by the Accrediting Bureau of Health Education Schools for more than 16 years.
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Phoenix College
Also known as OUAZ - Phoenix
9414 North 25th Avenue, Phoenix, AZ
Phoenix College is part of Maricopa Community Colleges, which is one of the largest community college systems in the United States. The college educated many successful businessmen and women in the local community. It is located in sunny Phoenix, Arizona. The college is dedicated to offering an outstanding education at an affordable price.
The college offers 150 degree and certificate programs. Online degree programs are offered and are an excellent choice for people who are employed full-time. The college prepares over 30,000 students each year for the workforce. At Phoenix College you will find diversity and a student body that represents over 100 different countries, and is reflective of the local community. Maricopa County Residents pay $81 per credit hour. Tuition for non- Arizona residents is $322 per credit.
Phoenix College offers many outstanding resources for students. There is a fitness center which allows students to stay in shape. Child care is offered. The college also works with the Southwest Human Development (SWHD) to offer a Head Start classroom at Phoenix College. Dental care is also offered by Phoenix College.
Student clubs are an outstanding way for students to explore their interest and improve leadership skills. The college has over 18 clubs which means that you will find something no matter your interest. This is an excellent way to get connected and build new friendships. Some of the clubs on campus are the American Sign Language club, Future Teachers Association, F-2 photography club, Garden Club, Judo and Jiu-Jitsu club, Student Nurses Organization, and the Robotics club. Clubs are open to all Phoenix college students.
Students Enrolled in the Medical Assistant Program
Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. OUAZ - Phoenix has offered the following academic levels for students:
- Less Than Two-Year Award
- Associate's Degree
Students by Academic Level (2019)
| Graduates | |
|---|---|
| Less Than Two-Year Award | 20 |
| Associate's Degree | 9 |
Students by Gender (2019)
| Graduates | |
|---|---|
| Male | 0 |
| Female | 29 |
Students by Race (2019)
| Graduates | |
|---|---|
| Asian | 4 |
| Black | 2 |
| Hispanic | 18 |
| White | 3 |
| Unknown | 2 |
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 Phoenix College, 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
Salary & Wages
- Phoenix-Mesa-Scottsdale, AZ
- Total Employment: 11
- Average Hourly Rate: $15.90
- Average Annual Salary: $33070
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 give you an idea of the applicants Phoenix College accepts. The details may include admissions application requirements and recommendations, as well as any AP credits that may be transferred.
College Credits Accepted
- Dual Credits
- Life Experience Credits
- AP Course Credits
Academics & Student Services
Student Services
To help students and recent graduates, Phoenix College may offer services including:
- Distance learning
- Weekend and night classes available
- Remedial instructional courses
- Career path counseling
- Employing students to lower education costs
Intercollegiate Athletics
Phoenix College is a Member of National Junior College Athletic Association (NJCAA), with many of the sports belonging to the NJCAA Division II classification. The most popular sports played are listed below:
- Baseball
- Basketball
- Football
- Soccer
- Softball
- Volleyball