Medical Assisting AAS Degree
The Medical Assisting degree program receives a medical assisting certificate which is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs, 25400 US Highway 19 North, Suite 158, Clearwater, FL 33763, 727-210-2350, www.caahep.org, upon the recommendation of MAERB in addition to an AAS degree accredited by the state of Colorado. At the completion of the program, you are required to take the national certification exam (AAMA) to become a Certified Medical Assistant. AAS degree requirements include ENG 121 and MAT 120 or higher (if you will be pursuing an additional health career after completion please see an Advisor to know the best choice of MAT course). Hepatitis B immunizations will be required before taking MAP 138 and MAP 140. All courses must be passed with a grade of “C” or higher and those classes within the MAP & MOT prefix must have a passing grade on all competencies. Internship must be started within four months of completing the MAP 140 course. Please note that most courses are not offered in the summer semester.
Total Credit Hours: 60