Start Your Medical Assisting Career in Just 9 Months* at Milan Institute!
Are you looking for a rewarding healthcare career? Medical assisting might be the perfect choice for you! At Milan Institute, we offer a comprehensive Medical Assisting program designed to prepare students for success in this growing field.
Medical assistants play a vital role in the healthcare system. They work alongside doctors, nurses, and other medical professionals to ensure smooth operations in medical offices. They handle both administrative and clinical responsibilities, such as taking vital signs, preparing patients for exams, and assisting during procedures.
What’s the Difference Between a CNA and a Medical Assistant?
While both CNAs and MAs work in healthcare, their roles and training differ significantly.
- Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs) focus primarily on patient care tasks under the supervision of a nurse. CNAs often assist with daily living activities like bathing, feeding, and mobility. They typically work in long-term care facilities or hospitals.
- Medical Assistants (MAs), on the other hand, are trained to handle both administrative and clinical tasks. MAs take on a broader role, performing duties like taking blood, giving injections, and managing office schedules, in addition to assisting during medical exams. MAs are typically employed in outpatient settings such as clinics or private practices.
Both careers are rewarding, but medical assisting offers a greater variety of tasks and settings, making it a great choice for those who want to work directly with patients while also learning technical skills.
Why Choose Milan Institute?
At Milan Institute, students receive in-depth training in medical terminology, anatomy and physiology, clinical procedures, and administrative responsibilities. You’ll learn essential skills like:
- Preparing patients for examinations and procedures
- Taking EKGs, drawing blood, and giving injections
- Collecting and preparing laboratory specimens
- Educating patients on special diets and medications
- Sterilizing medical instruments
Our program is designed to be completed in as few as 36 weeks*, including both classroom instruction and a hands-on clinical externship in a real healthcare facility. The externship allows students to practice their skills in a supervised, professional environment, building confidence and experience before entering the workforce.
Why Train for Medical Assisting?
Medical assisting is a fulfilling career choice with many advantages:
- Opportunities to work in various healthcare settings, including clinics, hospitals, and specialty practices
- The chance to build strong relationships with patients while contributing to their care
- A growing field with high demand for skilled professionals
Take the Next Step
If you’re ready to start a new career in healthcare, Milan Institute is here to help. With campuses in California, Nevada, and Texas, we make it easy to train for your future close to home.
Contact us today to learn more about our Medical Assisting program and how you can start your journey. Don’t wait—your new career could be just 9 months away!
