Medical Assistant / Requirements
Requirements to Start Medical Assistant Training
Complete general SCC admissions plus program-specific health assessment, immunizations, drug screen, and background checks. Full details are on the requirements page.
Complete general SCC admissions plus program-specific health assessment, immunizations, drug screen, and background checks. Full details are on the requirements page.
Admission Requirements and Procedures
Admission requirements vary by program and are subject to change. To enroll in any of the post-secondary programs offered at State Career College (SCC), each prospective student must meet the following requirements:
- Participate in an interview
- Be at least 17 years old
- Government-issued ID
- Graduated from high school or obtained a General Education Development (GED) certificate
- Sign the High School Attestation form
- Meet the additional program-specific requirements outlined below
Medical Assistant — program-specific
- Complete health assessment by a healthcare professional
- Provide immunization records(including TB Screening, Hepatitis B Series or Waiver, Measles Mumps Rubella (MMR), COVID, and Tetanus)
- 7 Panel Drug Screen
- Fingerprint Background Check
- CPR Certification
- Additional requirements may be required
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.