According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics: Median Annual Salary $31,540; Median Hourly Wage in our Region $17.50; expected 23% growth in national demand by 2024!
 

Clinical Medical Assistant PROGRAM OVERVIEW

The Medical Assistant program, provided in partnership with CalRegional at 400 Sunrise Avenue Suite 220, consists of 160 hours of classroom instruction followed by a 160-hour externship.

Students will be trained to: 
    Assist the physician with patient care
    Administer medications and take vital signs
    Schedule patients
    Manage the front office

Students are placed in a 160-hour externship after completion of the classroom portion of the program.  Students are required to be available full-time, Monday through Friday, to be placed.

This course prepares students for the Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA) exam through the National Healthcareer Association (NHA).

Phlebotomy Technician PROGRAM OVERVIEW

The Phlebotomy Technician Program, provided in partnership with CalRegional consists of 104 hours of classroom instruction and hands-on training at our patient service lab/center.  

Students will be trained to:

Perform venipuncture, butterfly and syringe methods; Locate arteries and veins; Identify and Prepare Patients; Understand and Apply standard precautions between Phlebotomist and patient; Learn proper specimen handling for quality assurance. 

This program satisfies all training guidelines established by the California Department of Health--Laboratory Field Services. 

Graduates will be prepared to take the Certified Phlebotomy Technician Exam through the National Healthcareer Association (NHA).  Exam prep with interactive study guide is included.

Upcoming CLASS SCHEDULES:

Phlebotomy Technician (400 Sunrise Avenue, Suite 220)

Saturday Class: Saturday 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Saturday Sessions: 
                              January 30, 2021     -  April 24, 2021
                              May 15, 2021 - August 14, 2021
                              September 11, 2021 - December 11, 2021

Day Class: Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
 
   Daytime Sessions:     
                                    January 25, 2021     -   February 10, 2021
                                    March 1, 2021          -   March 17, 2021
                                    April 26, 2021 - May 12, 2021
                                    June 7, 2021 - June 23, 2021
                                    July 19, 2021 - August 4, 2021
                                    September 13, 2021 - September 29, 2021
                                    October 25, 2021 - November 10, 2021
                                    November 29, 2021 - December 15, 2021

Evening Class:  Monday through Thursday, 5:30 p.m. - 9:30 p.m.

   Evening Sessions: 
                                January 26, 2021    -  March 9, 2021
                                March 29, 2021       -  May 6, 2021
                                April 26, 2021 - May 12, 2021
                                May 24, 2021 - July 7, 2021
                                July 19, 2021 - August 4, 2021
                                September 20, 2021 - November 1, 2021
                                November 29, 2021 - January 24, 2022
    

Clinical Medical Assisting (400 Sunrise Avenue, Suite 220)

Day Class: Monday through Friday, 9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
   
    Daytime Session:      February 1, 2021 - March 29, 2021
                                             April 12 - June 7, 2021
                                             June 21- August 4, 2021
                                             August 23, 2021- October 19, 2021
                                             November 1, 2021 - January 19, 2022               

Evening Class:  Monday through Thursday, 5:30 p.m. - 9:30 p.m.
  
   Evening Session:  November 30, 2020 -  February 22, 2021
                              March 8, 2021           -  May 13, 2021
                              May 24, 2021 - August 2, 2021
                              August 16, 2021 - October 25, 2021
                              November 30, 2021 - February 7, 2022

HOW TO APPLY

     Pre-requisites:

• 12th grade students who are 18 years old and in good standing at any RJUHSD School. 
• Adult School students must provide proof of completion of high school diploma or US equivalent.

1. Register by calling CalRegional at (800) 927-5159
   

2. Attend any mandatory program orientation meetings (applicants will be informed of required meetings).
   
   
3. Pay tuition prices as quoted by CalRegional (ALL programs are $2,995 or less - subject to change).
   
   
4. Purchase any necessary supplies (e.g., texts, scrubs, equipment) - applicants will be informed of required supplies. 
   
   Looking for financial assistance with tuition costs?  Apply for a Vocational Training Scholarship at our local Job Center!  Contact:     
        Sarah Damerow, Business and Employment Specialist
        Golden Sierra Job Training Agency
        115 Ascot Drive, Suite 100, Roseville, CA 95661
        p. (916) 773-8558
        Damerow@goldensierra.com

For more information, please call Assistant Principal, Jason Harm at 916-782-3952 ext. 1709.

ADDITIONAL RESOURCES

    Medical Assistant Occupational Outlook

    Career Pathways and Nursing Alternatives

    How to Make it In Medical Assisting

    Phlebotomy Job Outlook 2024