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ReadyOnly graduates of Ross Medical Education Center or Ross College’s Medical Assistant program are eligible to apply for this degree.
This program will further prepare students for a role as a medical assistant or for other allied health careers, such as office manager, community outreach worker, and more.
Throughout the program, students will gain an understanding of the US Healthcare Delivery System, learn basic anatomy, and practice administrative and interpersonal skills. Courses such as Critical Thinking, Introduction to Sociology, and Introduction to Psychology will give students the opportunity to learn about a variety of topics that will be useful as they continue their professional development. These skills will be greatly beneficial as they are applicable across allied healthcare careers, which will give graduates of this program the potential to excel in many places.
Additional information students will acquire includes medical terminology, financial recordkeeping, and patient health education. Such program-required courses as Healthcare Information Management, Computer Software Applications in Healthcare, and Medical Law and Ethics will prepare students to become successful medical assistants. Students will complete outside coursework and the program will end with a capstone project.
Before I joined Ross, I lost my job, my car, and I lost a child. I came to the conclusion that I was tired of being broke and working dead end jobs that I didn't enjoy doing. I wanted to do something I enjoyed and got paid to do because I take pride in my work. I always have to consider my 5 year old daughter when I make my life decisions, because she's been with me through all the struggles within the past five years. This time around I just had a talk with God. I asked him what I was destined for. That's how I ended up at Ross Medical. I am enrolled in the medical assistant program. I want to be a Phlebotomist and EKG Technician. The teachers and advisers are awesome! They are very fluent, vocal, and hands on when it comes to helping their students be successful. I enjoy coming to school every day. When I'm having a rough day, everyone is so welcoming, warming, family oriented, and understanding. Ross makes me happy. I appreciate and thank you ALL.
Keturah Roberson Graduate Medical Assistant student at Saginaw, MI campus Graduation: January 17, 2019
I thank Ross for everything that they have done, from the first time I stepped foot on their campus. I was so afraid, but not so much of starting school, but afraid of failure. That was my biggest fear until talking with one of the school's administrators. She made me feel so comfortable in becoming a student at Ross. Once I started and met my teachers it became so easy. They took time out to help me when I didn't understand things, which made it that much easier. Once I got to my externship I was so excited yet afraid at the same time. However, where they sent me for my externship is where I wanted to go and upon completion, I am very proud to say that I got hired and I am still working there to this day! Ross helped me with my career so much that I enrolled in the online school for Ross and received my associates degree. It was hard being a full-time mom, employee, and student, but I did it and so can you, thanks to Ross and its amazing team!
Shayla Hall Graduate Medical Assistant student at Portage, MI campus Graduation: November 9, 2016
I'm having a blast so far! I love the accelerated program and I'm learning so much. The staff is great and focused on each student's success. I can't wait to see what else I learn and see how going to Ross is going to impact my future.
Leslee Lloyd Graduate Medical Assistant student at Davison, MI campus Graduation: April 24, 2019
I'm thankful for Ross for giving me this great opportunity to learn and become a great medical assistant. The teachers and staff are very friendly and want you to succeed.
Kayla Wimberly Graduate Medical Assistant student at Ann Arbor, MI campus Graduation: April 5, 2019
I am a student in the Pharmacy Technician program here at Ross. I love this program so much. It has helped and motivated me to make the best out of my life. I never thought I would have a job that was not in the food service industry! I really enjoy coming to school and learning as much as I can. The staff here has helped me reach for the stars and I have maintained a 3.5 gpa for the majority of this course. I cannot wait to graduate in March and live the life that my child and I deserve!
Julia Haddad Graduate Pharmacy Technician student at Madison Heights, MI campus Graduation: March 3, 2019
