Program Details

The Medical Assisting Program is a 1,300-clock-hour hybrid program that combines classroom instruction, hands-on lab experience, and includes a 200-hour real-world supervised clinical training experience.  The Program is limited to a maximum of 12 students on a first-come, first-served basis.  Students will be able to complete the program in 3 semesters. Students are eligible to take several certification tests throughout the program.

Students will be required to undergo a level 1 background check, a drug screen, and provide immunization records for clearance at the local healthcare facilities. To be eligible to sit for the National Healthcareer Association certification tests, students must be at least 18 years old and provide a copy of their high school transcripts or equivalent documentation.

What You Will Learn

  • Vital signs, injections, and specimen collection
  • Assisting with medical exams and minor procedures
  • Phlebotomy
  • Laboratory testing and safety
  • Electrocardiography
  • Manage patient records, billing, and scheduling
  • Electronic Health Record
  • Communicate with patients and healthcare teams

NWFSC offers small class sizes for individualized attention with experienced healthcare instructors,  affordable tuition and financial aid.  Learning takes place in modern simulation and skills labs ending with an on-site clinical experience before graduation.

How to Apply

  1. Apply to NWFSC for the Medical Assisting Career Certificate Program.
  2. Send official high school transcript, diploma, or equivalent documentation to [email protected].
Applicants are required to complete all program admission requirements, which include a background check, a drug screen, and provide immunization records. Instructions for completing these requirements will be provided directly by the college.
NOTE: Enrollment is limited to 12 seats. Admission will be granted to the first 12 applicants who successfully complete all three required steps.

Medical Assisting Program Handbook 2025 2026

Medical Assisting Certificate Program

Program Overview

  • 1300 Clock Hours
  • 3 Semesters
  • Semester-based certifications
    Students must pass the certification exam to earn certification.
  • Open to all students
    No prerequisites required.
  • 200-hour Clinical Rotation
  • Certifications may count toward other programs
    Eligible for selective admission points.

Program Cost

Total Cost: $5,059

  • Tuition: ~ $3,728
  • Course Fees: $674
  • Online/Hybrid Fees: $382
  • Textbooks: $275
  • Background check, drug screen, and immunization tracking: $155

Who Is This Program Right For?

  • Students interested in pursuing a career in healthcare
  • Students seeking professional certification
  • Students planning to work in a state where certification is required

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Career Outlook*

The average wage in the state of Florida for Medical Assistants is $40,530 per year. The national average is $$44,200.

*All career data on this page, such as occupation description, career outlook and salary information reflect the national average and was sourced from the Bureau of Labor Statistics.

Average or Median Salary

$40,530

*All career data on this page, such as occupation description, career outlook and salary information reflects the national average and was sourced from the Bureau of Labor Statistics.