Medical Assistant Program

The medical assistant program at Rasmussen College – St Cloud 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 Minnesota colleges that offer medical assistant program.

The Medical Assistant program at Rasmussen College – St Cloud is accredited by the Accrediting Bureau of Health Education Schools for more than 12 years.

Rasmussen College – St Cloud (St. Kate's)

2004 Randolph Ave, Saint Paul, MN

At Rasmussen College, for more than 110 years, we have offered a unique approach to college education: we help you develop  the practical, relevant, and advanced skills that you need to confidently start or advance a successful career.

Through SUPPORT+, our comprehensive network of student support services, you receive the customized level of support you need to earn your degree and start your career with confidence.

Rasmussen College is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission and a member of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools.

Learn more about programs and read disclosures here:

http://www.rasmussen.edu/student-investment-disclosure/

Students Enrolled in the Medical Assistant Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Rasmussen College – St Cloud has offered the following degree levels for students:

• Less Than Two-Year Award
• Associate's Degree

Students by Academic Level (2019)

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

• Minneapolis-St. Paul-Bloomington, MN-WI
  • Total Employment: 5
  • Average Hourly Rate: $17.54
  • Average Annual Salary: $36490

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