Medical Assistant Program in Gurnee, IL
SCC’s Medical Assistant program is a 45-week hybrid diploma (900 clock hours) in Gurnee, Illinois that trains you in both clinical and administrative skills for physician offices, specialty practices, and outpatient facilities. Students gain experience in patient care, medical records, laboratory procedures, EKGs, injections, and medical office operations, plus a clinical externship. Total cost: $16,797.
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Quick facts
- Format
- Hybrid
- Program Length
- 45 Weeks
- Clock Hours
- 900 Hours
- Total Cost
- $16,797
- Credential Awarded
- Diploma
Credential path
Nationally recognized medical assisting certification exams (after program completion)
How Long Does It Take and What Does It Cost?
Complete training in about 45 weeks (900 clock hours) in a hybrid format. Total cost is $16,797 including tuition, books and supplies, clinical fees, and uniform fees. Financial aid may be available for those who qualify.
Full tuition breakdown →What Job Can I Get and What Does It Pay?
Employment opportunities and wages vary by employer, location, experience, certification status, and economic conditions. Prospective students are encouraged to review current occupational information from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics and the Illinois Department of Employment Security.
Careers & salary details →What Are the Requirements?
Complete general SCC admissions plus program-specific health assessment, immunizations, drug screen, and background checks. Full details are on the requirements page.
Full admissions requirements →Medical Assistant
Students receive instruction in the following categories:
Administrative Procedures
Clinical Medical Assisting
Emergency Medicine
Medical Laboratory Procedures
Medical Terminology & Anatomy
Professional Behavior & Ethics
Make a difference as a Medical Assistant
Our hybrid Medical Assistant program blends online coursework with hands-on study. You will practice clinical and office skills in our classrooms, complete a real-world externship, and pursue Basic Life Support certification from the American Heart Association — all in less than one year.
What Will I Learn?
Medical Assistant
Diploma Program
- Introduction to Medical Assisting Career40 Hours
- Administrative Procedures I100 Hours
- Administrative Procedures II100 Hours
- Fundamentals of Clinical Medical Assisting100 Hours
- Clinical Medical Assisting with Medical Specialties I100 Hours
- Clinical Medical Assisting with Medical Specialties II100 Hours
- Clinical Medical Assisting with Specialties III & Surgical Procedures100 Hours
- Assisting in Emergency Medicine & Lab Procedures100 Hours
- Externship160 Hours
Frequently Asked Questions
How long is the Medical Assistant program, and is it online, hybrid, or on-campus?
Medical Assistant is a 45-week diploma program (900 clock hours) offered in a hybrid format with online coursework plus in-person labs and a clinical externship.
How much does the Medical Assistant program cost, and what is included?
Total cost is $16,797, including tuition, books and supplies, clinical fees, and uniform fees. See the cost page for the line-item breakdown.
What certification or exam am I eligible for after finishing?
Graduates are prepared for entry-level medical assisting roles and may pursue nationally recognized medical assisting certification exams after completing the program and externship.
What are the admission requirements for the Medical Assistant program?
Applicants complete an interview and general SCC admissions steps, plus program-specific health assessment, immunizations, drug screen, and background checks. See the requirements page.
What job can I get, and what does it pay in Illinois?
Employment opportunities and wages vary by employer, location, experience, certification status, and economic conditions. Prospective students are encouraged to review current occupational information from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics and the Illinois Department of Employment Security.
When is the next start date?
Start dates are offered year-round. Contact Admissions at (847) 693-3838 or use the Next Start Date tool on the program page.
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