Work alongside physicians as a multi-skilled healthcare professional.
What is Medical Assisting?
Work alongside physicians as a multi-skilled healthcare professional in the high demand field. Medical assistants work in ambulatory settings, such as physician's offices, clinics, and group practices. The Medical Assisting program is designed to train students to assist the needs of the private physicians.
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How Do I Apply?
Medical Assisting Selective Admissions Policy
The Medical Assisting Program at Jefferson Community and Technical College is a selective
admission program. Admission to the College does not guarantee admission to the Medical
Assisting Program.
All applicants are required to attend a Medical Assisting Pre-Admission Conference
(PAC) prior to consideration for admission. The PAC provides information regarding
program requirements, expectations, curriculum, clinical education, and the selective
admissions process.
Applicants must successfully complete all required general education courses prior
to admission to the Medical Assisting Program. Required coursework includes BIO 135
or BIO 137 and BIO 139, Medical Terminology, ENG 101, FYE 105, and CIT 105. Academic
performance in these courses is considered during the selective admissions process.
Relevant previous medical or healthcare education, training, or work experience may
also be considered.
Eligible applicants are reviewed by the Medical Assisting Selective Admissions Committee
using established program criteria. Meeting minimum requirements does not guarantee
admission when the number of qualified applicants exceeds available positions.
The program admits one cohort each fall. The admission cohort consists of students
formally accepted through the selective admissions process who begin the Medical Assisting
curriculum with MAI 105, Introduction to Medical Assisting.
Pre-Admission Conference
Students are required to attend a Pre-Admission Conference or meet with the Program Coordinator to be considered for admission.
Pre-Admission Conferences will be held in Health Sciences Hall, Room 378.
| Date | Time |
|---|---|
| Wednesday, October 14, 2026 | 12:45 p.m. |
| Monday, November 9, 2026 | 12 p.m. |
| Wednesday, November 18, 2026 | 12:45 p.m. |
| Monday, November 30, 2026 | 12 p.m. |
| Wednesday, February 17, 2027 | 12:45 p.m. |
| Wednesday, March 31. 2027 | 12:45 p.m. |
| Wednesday, April 28, 2027 | 12:45 p.m. |
| Wednesday, May 5, 2027 | 12:45 p.m. |
What Else Do I Need to Know?
Additional Information
| Admission Year | Program Completion |
|---|---|
| 2020 | 100% |
| 2021 | 88.89% |
| 2022 | 84.62% |
| 2023 | 61.54% |
| 2024 | 73.33% |
| Five Year Average | 81.25% |
| Graduation Year | Pass Rate on CMA Exam |
|---|---|
| 2020 | 50% |
| 2021 | 33.33% |
| 2022 | 57.14% |
| 2023 | 100% |
| 2024 | 100% |
| Five Year Average | 68.42% |
| Graduation Year | Job Placement |
|---|---|
| 2020 | 100% |
| 2021 | 66.67% |
| 2022 | 75% |
| 2023 | 81.82% |
| 2024 | 77.78% |
| Five Year Average | 80.70% |
*Information gathered from MAERB Annual Report.
This program is challenging and fast paced and requires students to be able to meet the following Technical Standards:
- Sufficient gross and fine motor coordination to efficiently implement the skills required in performing medical assisting functions e.g., laboratory skills, patient ambulation, multitasking capabilities, and medication administration
- Sufficient communication skills (verbal, nonverbal, and written) to interact effectively with individuals
- Sufficient intellectual and emotional functions to plan and implement their duties in a responsible manner
- Sufficient visual acuity, such as is needed in the preparation and administration of medications in the performance of laboratory procedures, and for the observation necessary for patient assessment and care
- Sufficient auditory perception to receive verbal communication from patients and members of the health team and to assess health needs of people through the use of monitoring devices such as stethoscopes, fire alarms, etc.
Accreditation
The Jefferson Community & Technical College Medical Assisting Program Diploma is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (www.caahep.org) upon the recommendation of Medical Assisting Education Review Board (MAERB).
Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs
25400 US Highway 19 N., Suite 158
Clearwater, FL 33763
(727) 210-2350
www.caahep.org
Length of Program
You can earn an associate in applied science degree in two years if you maintain full-time status or the diploma track takes 16 months to complete.
This information should not be considered a substitute for the KCTCS Catalog. You should always choose classes in cooperation with your faculty advisor to ensure that you meet all degree requirements. Check out the Medical Assisting Two-Year Schedule to see when classes are offered.
