If you’re undecided about college, exploring a medical assistant trade school could be an excellent option worth considering. Medical assistant trade schools can be a practical and rewarding option for several reasons.
Shorter Program Duration
Medical assistant programs typically range from 9 months to 2 years, allowing you to enter the workforce quickly compared to traditional four-year degrees. At the Allen School of Health Sciences, our students can graduate in less than a year.
Hands-On Training
Trade schools often emphasize practical skills through hands-on training, preparing you for real-world scenarios in healthcare settings. The Allen School of Health Sciences offers a hybrid medical assistant program combining online interactive learning with hands-on training in a clinical classroom.
Focus on Relevant Skills
Many other schools have programs that have “general education” content in their curriculum, like English and math. They lengthen the program so you would be in school for a longer time. At the Allen School of Health Sciences, we focus solely on medical courses so that students can be fully prepared to go out into the working world. So instead of math and English, you will be taking classes related to being a medical assistant, like Phlebotomy and EKG.
Certification Opportunities
Completing a medical assistant program can prepare you for national certification like the Registered Medical Assistant (RMA). This is a nationally
recognized certification for medical assistants, administered by the American Medical Technologists (AMT).
Career Advancement
Starting as a medical assistant can open doors to further specialization or advancement within the healthcare field, should you choose to pursue additional education later. Exploring a medical assistant trade school can provide a clear path towards a fulfilling career, allowing you to gain practical experience and explore your interests in the healthcare industry without the long-term commitment of a traditional college degree.
The Allen School of Health Sciences is enrolling now for our hybrid medical assistant program. To learn more about the Allen School and to look at an alternative to traditional college, contact us today!