Just the Facts
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Clinical Assistant
- 17 Credit Technical Diploma
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Program Length
- Less Than One Year
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Delivery Method
- Face-to-Face
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Career Cluster
- Healthcare
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Program Location
- Eau Claire
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Start Months
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August, January
Bloodborne Pathogens
Students in this program should be aware of the risks associated with bloodborne pathogens.
- Estimated Total
- $3,599
Clinical Assistant Overview
Are you eager to make a positive impact on patients' lives? Look no further than our Clinical Assistant Program at CVTC. This program is designed for students interested in entering the healthcare field quickly and offers a fast track to the workforce. Quickly gain confidence and start your career after just one semester.
You will acquire a comprehensive skill set combining both medical and clerical tasks. Our curriculum focuses on providing you with a solid foundation in high-level patient care and essential administrative duties. You will develop a deep understanding of minor diagnostic tests and procedures, equipping you to excel as a Clinical Assistant.
Learn to perform a variety of crucial tasks, including taking vital signs, preparing patients for exams, and assisting with procedures. By mastering these skills, you will play an essential role in ensuring accurate diagnoses and effective treatment plans.
Kickstart your healthcare career. Enroll in our Clinical Assistant program today and become an indispensable part of a dynamic and rewarding field.
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Career Opportunities
- Clinical Assistant
- Direct Support Professional
- Endoscopy Technician
- Healthcare Professional
- Direct Support Staff
- Day Support Professional
Graduate Outcomes
CVTC graduates are ready for the workforce. Each year, we send our graduates the Graduate Follow-Up Survey asking several questions related to employment. Here are the program outcomes and job data.
12 regional jobs
There are 12 job openings in the CVTC district for the Clinical Assistant industry.
* This wage is not specific to CVTC graduates. Wage estimates are based on entry-level positions and are gathered from Lightcast which is an economic modeling software that blends historical and projected industry and occupation trends within CVTC's 11-county district. Wage estimates are based on Occupational Employment Statistics and the American Community Survey. ↩
Transfer Credits to Other Institutions
Should you choose to continue your education after you leave CVTC, we have agreements in place with several institutions to ensure an easy transfer.
Program Courses
These are a few of the courses you will take in this program. Courses and the recommended sequence change from year to year; once you are enrolled in a program at CVTC you will be given a recommended course sequence that outlines what courses you should take and the order in which to take them.
You may search for available courses. If you are ever unsure of what courses to take, talk to your academic advisor. If you are looking for course information for previous years, check out our past catalogs.
Here are a few of the courses you can take in the Clinical Assistant program.
Sample Courses
Pharmacology for Allied Health
Introduces students to classifying medications into correct drug categories and applying basic pharmacology principles. Students apply basic pharmacodynamics to identifying common medications, medication preparation, and administration of medications used by the major body systems.
Medical Asst Lab Procedures 1
Introduces medical assistant students to laboratory procedures commonly performed by medical assistants in a medical office setting. Students perform CLIA waived routine laboratory procedures commonly performed in the ambulatory care setting. Students follow laboratory safety requirements and federal regulations while performing specimen collection and processing microbiology and urinalysis testing.
Medical Law, Ethics & Professionalism
Prepares students to display professionalism and perform within ethical and legal boundaries in the health care setting. Students maintain confidentiality, examine legal aspects of the medical record, perform quality improvement procedures, examine legal and bioethical issues, and demonstrate awareness of diversity.
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Student Learning Outcomes
A Student Learning Outcome refers to the specific skills, knowledge, or abilities that students are expected to demonstrate upon successful completion of an academic program or degree.
Students will:
- Provide patient care in accordance with regulations, policies, laws, and patient rights
- Perform medical laboratory procedures
- Demonstrate professionalism in a healthcare setting
- Demonstrate safety and emergency practices in a healthcare setting
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Admission Requirements
Each program requires specific requirements a student must meet to be considered for admissions to this program.
Advising Tips
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