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Medical Assisting

Train for a versatile healthcare career. Learn clinical and administrative skills, including patient care, vital signs, scheduling and medical office procedures while supporting providers and keeping healthcare settings running smoothly.

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Medical Assisting Pathways

The table shows an at-a-glance view of Central Piedmont’s offerings in this field. Find the option that matches your timeline, goals and interests, then select the pathway title to learn more.

Student Goals Education Prerequisite Campus Timeline to Completion Learning Format
Medical Assisting (A.A.S.) Associate in Applied Science High School Diploma or Equivalent Levine Campus Two Years Hybrid
Medical Assisting Diploma High School Diploma or Equivalent Levine Campus One to two years Hybrid
Administrative Duties Certificate No Requirement Levine Campus One year Hybrid
Healthcare Interpreter Certificate No Requirement Levine Campus One year Hybrid
Fundamentals of Medical Assisting Certificate High School Diploma or Equivalent Levine Campus One year Hybrid
Dual Enrollment Certificate No Requirement Multiple Two or More Academic Years Hybrid
  • Medical Assisting (A.A.S.)
    Student Goals: Associate Degree
    Education Prerequisite: High School Diploma or Equivalent
    Campus: Levine Campus
    Timeline to Completion: Two Years
    Learning Format: Hybrid
  • Medical Assisting
    Student Goals: Diploma
    Education Prerequisite: High School Diploma or Equivalent
    Campus: Levine Campus
    Timeline to Completion: One to two years
    Learning Format: Hybrid
  • Administrative Duties
    Student Goals: Certificate
    Education Prerequisite: No Requirement
    Campus: Levine Campus
    Timeline to Completion: One year
    Learning Format: Hybrid
  • Healthcare Interpreter
    Student Goals: Certificate
    Education Prerequisite: No Requirement
    Campus: Levine Campus
    Timeline to Completion: One year
    Learning Format: Hybrid
  • Fundamentals of Medical Assisting
    Student Goals: Certificate
    Education Prerequisite: High School Diploma or Equivalent
    Campus: Levine Campus
    Timeline to Completion: One year
    Learning Format: Hybrid
  • Dual Enrollment
    Student Goals:
    Education Prerequisite: No Requirement
    Campus: Multiple
    Timeline to Completion: Two or More Academic Years
    Learning Format: Hybrid
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If you're not sure which pathway is right for you, a Navigator can help you decide. Navigators are your personal guides to Central Piedmont. They support you every step of the way – from your first question to finding your program, submitting your application and beyond.

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