CALL: 540-734-9931
Medical Assistant Program Description
Medical Assistants are a vital part of the healthcare industry. Medical assistants work alongside physicians in many healthcare settings. As an MA, you are often the first and last person a patient interacts with, making a lasting impact on the patient experience.
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PROGRAM DURATION: 7 weeks (56 clock hours)
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CLASSROOM HOURS: 8
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EXTERNSHIP is optional for students but strongly encouraged for those with no clinical background.
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CREDENTIAL TO BE AWARDED: National Certified Medical Assistant
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School Attire is black scrubs and closed-toed shoes (scrubs not included in tuition price).
*A $200 non-refundable deposit is required for registration due to limited seats. Contact the school first to make sure seats are available.
Medical Assistant Program & Course Assignments
The Medical Assistant program is one of the programs offered by Vital Medical Institute, located in Virginia.
Clinical Duties:​
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Taking medical histories
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Assisting providers with exams and procedures
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Administering injections or medications
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Performing basic laboratory tests
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Removing sutures and changing dressings
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Transmitting prescription refills as directed
Administrative Duties:
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Answering telephones
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Updating and maintaining electronic health records (EHR)
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Checking patients in and out upon arrival and departure
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Updating and filing patient medical records
*A $200 non-refundable deposit is required for registration due to limited seats. Contact the school first to make sure seats are available.
2025
Medical Assistant Program Class Schedule
Tuesday & Thursday
June 3 - July 3
8 AM - 12 PM
June 3 - July 3
5 PM - 9 PM
Tuition Fees​
TOTAL PROGRAM COST
$4,995.00*
* Please note that textbook costs and NCCT exam fees are not included in the tuition fees.
Pay Registration Fee*
*Vital Medical Institute does not participate in any Federal Financial aid. Registration fee is non-refundable. Payment plans available.
Academic Advising
Students may schedule an appointment for tutoring or academic advising as needed throughout the three-month course. The instructor and institution create a supportive atmosphere to help students address academic, professional, and personal needs to guide students through the program successfully.
Jennifer Vargas, BS, MA, CPI
Office: (540) 734-9931
Emails will be answered within 24 hours.
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Office Hours:
Monday - Friday: 9am - 5pm
Saturday: 9am - 1pm
Sunday: CLOSED
STUDENT-FACULTY INTERACTION
Vital Medical Institute ensures interaction between students and faculty and among students by integrating a variety of educational methods and interpersonal communication to ensure a successful learning environment. Small class sizes are essential to understand every student's learning style when developing comprehensive student-faculty interactions. Four types of learning styles are used to teach the program: visual, audio, read/write, and kinesthetic.
