Medical Assistant

Associate in Applied Science Degree

A medical assistant degree prepares students for a multifunctional career providing clinical and administrative services to medical offices. A good medical assistant program recognizes this need and offers courses that combine these two disciplines.

Anthem College—St. Louis Park (Minneapolis, MN) offers a Medical Assistant Associate in Applied Science degree. It is an excellent option for students who want more expanded career opportunities once they have established themselves in the field.

Medical Assistant Career Outlook in Minnesota

The career outlook for medical assistants is very good, and as a major metropolitan area, the Minneapolis-St. Paul region is home to more than 4,200 potential physician employers.

Our associate degree program includes concentration courses that train students in administrative and clinical procedures, as outlined below:

Other courses address healthcare communications, critical thinking and problem solving. General education courses round out the degree program and include courses in psychology, communications and composition.

Medical Assistant Externship

Students take an externship after they have successfully completed all coursework, which further prepares them to sit for the Certified Medical Assistant exam offered by the American Association of Medical Assistants after graduation.

At Anthem College, we care about our students’ success! Our classes are available during the day and in the evenings to accommodate our students’ busy schedules. We also offer:

• Academic advising, tutoring and study groups through the Education Department
• Student services that help students stay and succeed in school
• Supportive community environment

Give us a call at 855.331.7769 for more information about our programs and services. You can also fill out the provided form and one of our representatives will contact you.