We are currently accepting applications for fall 2025!
Are you interested in a career in healthcare? This self-assessment tool will help you decide if Healthcare is a good fit for you. The Medical Office Clinical
and Administrative Professional Program at MiraCosta College was founded in January
2019. The program is a full-time, one-year program which may include summer. A new
cohort starts every August. Please see the current class schedule for date and times.
This program will include online, in class, and clinical hours.
Please Note: This schedule is subject to change without notice.
Career Opportunities
The annual salary for Medical Office Clinical and Administrative professionals is approximately $42,000. They may seek employment in hospitals, nursing homes, clinics, physicians’ offices, industry, public health agencies or various governmental agencies.
Certificate of Achievement
You may receive an Certificate of Achievement upon completion of additional course requirements as listed in the college catalog.
Course Content
MiraCosta College meets the state requirements by providing a minimum of 160 hours of training prior to qualifying for MA licensure.
The Medical Assistant Program prepares students for employment as a medical assistant under the direction of a physician or registered nurse in a clinical or office setting. The curriculum is designed to provide training in administrative (front office) and clinical (back office medical assisting skills). Instruction is given in basic medical office procedures, assisting with examinations, laboratory procedures, electrocardiography, and patient advocacy.
Prerequisites
- Nursing 151 - Body Systems Survey for Health Professionals or BIO210 or BIO220.
- Nursing 155 - Basic Medical Terminology
Equivalent courses from other schools will be accepted. These prerequisites must be completed with a grade “C” or better prior to applying for the program.
Eligibility Requirements
Detailed information can be found in the Medical Assistant Program Flyer.
ALL nursing students in ALL programs will be required to complete the background check and urine drug screen BEFORE BEGINNING THE NURSING PROGRAMS IN SAN DIEGO - THIS IS A HOSPITAL/HEALTH CARE AGENCY REQUIREMENT. Students will be given the information to obtain these requirements at the orientation and advisement. A valid SSN or TIN is required.*Note: If you have any convictions on your background check in the last 7 years, you will not be eligible to start the program.
Admission Policy
Complete applications are accepted on an on-going basis and students will be added to the established waitlist.
Application Process
Complete applications are accepted on an on-going basis and students will be added to the established list. Application must be submitted with the online Google document titled "Medical Assistant Application".
Residency/Tuition
Residency laws require that a student 1) reside in California for a period of one year immediately preceding the opening date of the term, and 2) provide evidenced intent of residency in California or be subject to nonresident tuition. Please see class schedule for detailed information.
Expenses
Students should plan on spending approximately $2000 during the MA Program for tuition, uniforms, books, and the required physical examination and immunizations. Since the clinical portion of the program is taught at local hospitals and clinics, students must have reliable transportation to these sites and should budget for these expenses.
Scholarships and loans are available for qualified students. Contact the Financial Aid Office for further details.
MiraCosta College is committed to providing equal education and employment opportunities to all persons regardless of, but not limited to, race, color, religion, national origin, gender, marital or parental status, disability, age, sexual orientation or status as a Vietnam-era veteran. Individuals with verifiable disabilities may be accommodated with advance notice.
