Clinical Medical Assistant Program

The Fresno City College Clinical Medical Assistant Program prepares students for employment in a medical facility such as a physician's office, clinic, surgery center, or hospital. Medical Assistants assist the physician with patient examinations, diagnosis, and treatment.

Important update: MA 1 has been replaced by AHLTH 11 and MA 2 has been replaced by AHLTH 12.  

 

Degrees 

  • Associate of Science Degree - Clinical Medical Assistant (F.2120.AS)

Certificates

  • Certificate of Achievement - Clinical Medical Assistant (F.2120.CA)

Act Now

  1. Register for available Medical Assisting classes. 
  2. Meet with a Health & STEM Pathway counselor to develop a Student Education Plan.
  3. Complete necessary program requirements.

Check our Catalog for recommended sequence of courses.  For upcoming classes, view out Schedule of Classes.

Courses and Information

Medical assisting classes are available in a variety of formats including in person, hybrid and online options. AHLTH 11 and AHLTH 12 are typically taken prior to enrolling in classes that include lab components with hands-on skill development. MA 4, 5, 6A and 6B are offered in a cohort model - students enroll in all four classes in one semester. Students complete the program with MA-19, a work experience course.

Meet with a counselor for more information.