Training Opportunities

The Medical Assisting Program at Delta Tech provides entry-level theory and hands-on training in basic and routine clinical and administrative tasks. Medical assistant training provides students the skills needed to perform in either a clinical or office capacity.The graduate will be able to assist in EKG, x-ray procedures, first aid and phlebotomy. Delta Tech€™s medical assistant program also gives students hands-on training to perform clinical procedures, prep a patient for physical exams and assist the physician with other exams. The medical assistant may also help the physician with minor surgical procedures and can sterilize and care for instruments.

Pre-requisites required:
Applicants must: (1) provide proof of high school diploma or recognized equivalency, (2) be proficient in speaking, writing, reading, and comprehending English, (3) have a personal interview with an authorized representative of the school, (4) complete a Health Affidavit/Screening, (5) have a valid driver’s license, state issued ID, or passport, (6) have required immunizations and TB skin test, and (7) have a satisfactory criminal background history.

Length of Program:
36 weeks, 9 months

Summary of Program Requirements:
Applicants must: (1) provide proof of high school diploma or recognized equivalency, (2) be proficient in speaking, writing, reading, and comprehending English, (3) have a personal interview with an authorized representative of the school, (4) complete a Health Affidavit/Screening, (5) have a valid driver’s license, state issued ID, or passport, (6) have required immunizations and TB skin test, and (7) have a satisfactory criminal background history.

Skills Needed
Service Orientation,Active Listening,Social Perceptiveness,Speaking,Monitoring,Coordination,Reading Comprehension,Critical Thinking,Writing,Judgment and Decision Making,Time Management,Complex Problem Solving,Instructing,Active Learning,Learning Strategies

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Pre-requisites required:
Medical Assisting Program applications must be submitted by May 1st for August admission or September 15th for January admission. Applicants must apply and be accepted to Northwest Community College, complete A&P I and II with a grade of C or better, and have a CPR Certification. Applicants must provide to the college records office proof of a composite ACT score of 17 or greater and a cumulative GPA of 2.00 or greater.*Applicants whose ACT scores are below 17 may be considered for admission after completion of 12 semester hours of prescribed academic courses with a GPA of 2.0 or greater.

Length of Program:
Two Year Associate of Applied Science Degree

Summary of Program Requirements:
Medical Assisting Program applications must be submitted by May 1st for August admission or September 15th for January admission. Applicants must apply and be accepted to Northwest Community College, complete A&P I and II with a grade of C or better, and have a CPR Certification. Applicants must provide to the college records office proof of a composite ACT score of 17 or greater and a cumulative GPA of 2.00 or greater.*Applicants whose ACT scores are below 17 may be considered for admission after completion of 12 semester hours of prescribed academic courses with a GPA of 2.0 or greater.

Skills Needed
Service Orientation,Active Listening,Social Perceptiveness,Speaking,Monitoring,Coordination,Reading Comprehension,Critical Thinking,Writing,Judgment and Decision Making,Time Management,Complex Problem Solving,Instructing,Active Learning,Learning Strategies

*Non-Credit Program
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Pre-requisites required:
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Length of Program:
36 weeks, 9 months

Summary of Program Requirements:
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Skills Needed
Service Orientation, Active Listening, Social Perceptiveness, Speaking, Monitoring, Coordination, Reading Comprehension, Critical Thinking, Writing, Judgment and Decision Making, Time Management, Complex Problem Solving, Instructing, Active Learning, Learning Strategies

Medical Assisting is a multi-skilled allied health profession whose practitioners work primarily in ambulatory settings such as medical offices and clinics. Medical assistants function as members of the health care delivery team and perform many administrative and clinical procedures.

Pre-requisites required:
Applicants must meet Northeast Mississippi Community College admission requirements.

Length of Program:
1 -2 years

Summary of Program Requirements:
Applicants must meet Northeast Mississippi Community College admission requirements.

Skills Needed
Computer Savvy, Analytical Thinking, Mathematics, Attention to Detail, Communication, Problem-Solving