Medical Assisting Program Job Resource Center

The Modesto Junior College Medical Assisting Program is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP), on recommendation of the Curriculum Review Board of the American Association of Medical Assistants’ Endowment (AAMAE).

Medical Assisting students at Modesto Junior College (MJC) receive transferable college credit for coursework. Many of the program graduates further their education by obtaining an associate of science degree in medical assisting or nursing.

The Medical Assisting Program begins in the fall of each year. It is a full-time, eight month certificate program offering training in administrative (front) and clinical (back) office procedures. The estimated program cost of $1500 includes an $20.00 per unit enrollment fee, as well as materials, health clearance, uniforms, books, and certification exam expenses. Program cost at MJC is very competitive with the cost of medical assisting programs offered by local trade schools. For information on financial aid, call (209) 575-7700. In addition to the reasonable cost of this program, MJC students have the added benefit of college credit and a comprehensive list of student services such as: Career Center, Child Care, Counseling Center, Disability Services, Financial Aid, Health Services, Learning Skills Center, Library, Placement Office, Scholarships, Student Activities and Government, Tutoring Center and Work Experience.

For additional program information please contact Shirley Buzbee, Director of the Medical Assisting Program at (209) 575-6377, or Allied Health at (209) 575-6362.