Medical Assisting Program

Start your health care career in Medical Assisting with comprehensive curriculum and hands-on training.

The Medical Assisting program at Trident Technical College is a great way to grow your career in the health care industry. It is designed to equip you with the skills and knowledge needed to excel in various medical settings. The program covers essential topics such as anatomy, physiology, medical terminology, clinical procedures and administrative tasks.

TTC offers a diploma program that is one year (46 credits) or an associate in applied science degree program that is two years (60 plus credits) in length. Graduates of the associate degree program are eligible to take the national AAMA certification examination to earn the Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) credential. Employers seek medical assistants with the CMA credential to work in their practices.

Get real-world, hands-on experience in the field.

Students gain practical experience through clinical rotations and lab work, ensuring they are job-ready upon graduation. They also learn from industry professionals who bring real-world experience and insights into the classroom.

Medical Assisting is one of the nation’s fastest-growing careers.

Medical Assistants are health care professionals who support doctors, nurses and other medical staff in various clinical and administrative tasks. Their role is to ensure the smooth operation of medical facilities and provide quality patient care. According to the United States Bureau of Labor Statistics, Medical Assisting is one of the nation’s fastest growing careers. This can be attributed to the predicted surge in physician’s offices and outpatient care facilities. 

The Medical Assisting program is eligible for no-cost tuition through Summer 2025.

Most programs are eligible for SCWINS funding. Click here for more information.

Get started on a satisfying and rewarding career. Apply now!