Associate of Science in Medical Assistant
Medical Assistant Program Overview
The Associate of Science in Medical Assisting prepares students for essential roles in today’s healthcare settings through a blend of academic study and hands-on clinical training. Students gain the skills needed to support physicians and care teams by performing key administrative and clinical duties while delivering high-quality patient care. With a curriculum that integrates healthcare technology, patient care techniques, and professional communication, graduates are ready to enter the workforce with confidence and compassion.
The medical assistant associate program also prepares students to earn additional certifications, such as a certified medical assistant (CMA) or registered medical assistant (RMA), which can increase earning potential.
- Associate of Science (A.S.) degree made up of 60 credit hours
- Hybrid program with courses online and in-person
- Strong clinical partnerships
- Complete in approximately 2 years
- Faster than average job growth, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics
Medical Assistant Courses
As one of the fastest-growing healthcare professions, medical assisting offers strong employment prospects, with job placement rates exceeding 85–90% within six months of graduation. Through clinical experiences and partnerships with leading providers such as Norton Healthcare and Baptist Health, students benefit from real-world training and a direct pathway to employment in the region’s healthcare system.
Students in the program take a blend of online and in-person courses.
Tuition
Explore your future in healthcare. Learn about tuition and fees for our Medical Assistant associate degree program, as well as your financial aid options.
Admission Requirements
Students interested in a medical assistant associate degree must meet the following requirements:
Application: Complete the general application for Spalding University.
High School/College: Have a high school diploma or GED; college transcripts if applicable.
In addition to general Spalding University admission requirements, prior to clinical educational training, students must pass background and drug screening and meet any site-related vaccination requirements.
Accreditation
The Associate of Science in Medical Assistant program is pending approval by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges.
Find Possibility in the Heart of the City
DISCOVER YOUR GROWTH POTENTIAL
Start your healthcare career in one of the faster-growing healthcare support fields. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, employment in the medical assistant field is projected to increase 12% by 2034.
Dynamic Preparation
Reach new possibilities. The medical assistant associate program prepares you to support physicians and care teams in a variety of settings, including:
- Hospitals
- Surgical centers
- Physicians’ offices and clinics
- Emergency and trauma centers
- Long-term healthcare centers
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