Medical Assistant / Careers & Salary
What Jobs Can I Get with Medical Assistant?
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.
Choose medical assisting when you want broader clinical and administrative skills than phlebotomy alone. Roles span patient intake, vitals, injections, EKGs, and medical office operations. Compare with SCC’s 12-week Phlebotomy Technician program if you want a faster, lower-cost path focused on blood collection.
- Occupation
- Medical Assistant
- Illinois pay (confirm)
- Employment opportunities and wages vary by employer, location, experience, certification status, and economic conditions.
- Outlook
- Prospective students are encouraged to review current occupational information from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics and the Illinois Department of Employment Security.
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.