Physicians value Medical Assistants’ versatility and view them as vital partners in the medical office.
Medical assistants are multi-skilled personnel who perform administrative and clinical procedures in a variety of health care settings, including physician offices, clinics and group practices.
Medical assistant is one of the fastest growing health care careers in the country, and certified medical assistants are in high demand in Northwest Montana.
FVCC’s Medical Assistant program can be completed in one year (three consecutive semesters) and includes 180 hours of clinical experience in various medical offices within the community. Graduates of the program are prepared to sit for the CMA (AAMA) Certification Examination administered by the Certifying Board of the American Association of Medical Assistants.