Woodland Adult Education Medical Assisting

Medical Assisting

Invest in yourself. Invest in your future.

This comprehensive 900-hour program provides students with the administrative, clinical, and phlebotomy skills needed to succeed in today's healthcare environment. Through classroom instruction, hands-on laboratory training, and a 160-hour externship, students gain practical experience that prepares them to enter the workforce with confidence.

Whether entering the workforce for the first time, changing careers, or seeking advancement opportunities, students will develop the knowledge, skills, and professional habits needed to succeed in a variety of healthcare settings, including medical offices, clinics, and specialty practices.

pROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS & class details

Program Highlights

740 Hours of Classroom and Laboratory Instruction
160 Hour Supervised Externship
Front Office and Administrative Medical Assisting
Clinical Back Office Procedures
Phlebotomy and Blood Collection
Electronic Health Records
Medical Billing and Records Management
CPR and Medical Office Emergencies
Infection Control and Laboratory Procedures
Medical Law and Ethics
Pharmacology
Professional Skills and Job Search Preparation

Class Details

Start Date: Monday, August 10, 2026
Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8:00 am - 2:30 pm
Location: Room F10
Class Size: Limited to 16 students
Tuition: $3,295 (Excludes materials and fees. Installment payment plan is available. Call our office for details).

requirements

Course Completion Requirements

To successfully graduate from the program, students must fulfill the following benchmarks:

Classroom & Lab Training: Complete 740 instructional hours.
Academic Competency: Pass all course competencies with a minimum score of 80%.
Clinical Externship: Complete 160 practical training hours in a professional medical office.
Attendance Policy: Maintain satisfactory attendance throughout the program. Please note that Friday sessions may be required to make up hours due to holidays or unexpected absences.

Program Eligibility Requirements

To be eligible for the Medical Assisting CTE Training Program, you must meet the following criteria:

Age: 18 years of age or older.
Residency: Must be a California resident.
Identification: Hold a valid government-issued photo ID.
Education: Official High School transcript, GED, or HiSET (or proof of enrollment, but must graduate before clinicals begin).
Orientation: Attendance is mandatory on July 22, 2026, at 10:00 a.m.
Assessment Scores: CASAS Reading Score of 239+ and Math Score of 236+ during orientation testing.

Note: Applicants scoring 228–238 in Reading or 215–235 in Math may qualify through mandatory co-enrollment in supplemental support courses. Full CASAS compliance is required before starting your externship.

Required Materials & Fees

Students are required to purchase the following materials and fees:

Classroom Supplies: Pens, Pencils, Notebook, highlighters, and 3 ring binder.
Uniform: 2 sets of navy blue scrubs, closed-toe, closed-heel, water & slip-resistant shoes, and a 2 hand watch.
Professional Fees: Medical Assistant Exam, CPR/First Aid certification, and liability insurance.

Medical Assistant Enrollment Checklist

your future in medical assisting starts here.

Registration opens July 13th. With limited class sizes, spots fill up quickly.

Secure Your Spot: Click HERE to access the registration portal.
Need Assistance? Call our enrollment team at (530) 662-0798 for help with your online forms or to ask any questions.

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