Medical Assisting

Keiser University’s Associate of Science degree in Medical Assisting provides comprehensive training for students pursuing medical assistant careers in healthcare. Our accredited program covers essential clinical skills including preparing examination rooms, taking vital signs, measuring blood pressure, assisting in minor surgical procedures and diagnostic procedures, giving injections, performing venipuncture and drawing blood, assisting in laboratory operations, performing urinalysis, pregnancy testing, blood sugar testing, and various other waived laboratory tests, taking x-rays, and administering electrocardiograms. Students also develop strong administrative capabilities such as patient communications, maintaining patient records and patient information, managing medical records and electronic health records, billing and financial records, scheduling appointments, ordering medical services and supplies, and processing insurance forms and claims.
 
The medical assistant program emphasizes both the cognitive knowledge and psychomotor skills needed to succeed in diverse healthcare settings including physician offices, medical clinics, doctors offices, nursing homes, and other health care facilities. Through rigorous clinical courses and supervised clinical externships, students gain the confidence and competence to contribute meaningfully to patient care while advancing their careers in the healthcare community working alongside other medical professionals and other health practitioners.

Program Mission

The Keiser University Medical Assisting Program’s mission is to cultivate compassionate and competent medical assistants who are equipped with the knowledge (cognitive), skills (psychomotor), and ethical (affective) values necessary to excel in diverse healthcare settings. Our program strives to provide a rigorous and supportive learning environment that empowers graduates to contribute meaningfully to patient care, advance their careers, and become valuable assets to the healthcare community.

Program Goals

1. Equip students with the knowledge and skills to proficiently prepare patients, manage equipment and maintain examination rooms for diverse medical examinations and procedures. Develop a student’s ability to perform various administrative duties necessary for a successful career in Medical Assisting.
2. Prepare students with the knowledge and skills necessary to effectively perform a wide range of administrative duties in a variety of healthcare settings.
3. Equip students with a strong ethical foundation and professional demeanor that prioritizes patient-centered care, upholds confidentiality, and ensures the highest standards of conduct within the healthcare setting.
4. Provide students with foundational knowledge, clinical and administrative skills necessary to successfully pass recognized credentialing exams related to Medical Assisting.

Prerequisites for Major Courses

• Must take the Program Assessment Examination when scheduled, prior to Externship II

Program Highlights

The medical assisting associate degree program combines classroom instruction, laboratory practice, and real-world clinical experience in a professional office environment. Students complete two externship courses at affiliated health care facilities, gaining practical experience under the supervision of licensed medical professionals and working alongside other medical assistants. Small class sizes allow for personalized attention and hands-on experience with medical terminology, anatomy, medical procedures, and administrative skills.

Clinical courses prepare students to perform administrative and clinical tasks including basic life support, taking patients vital signs, drawing blood, and managing patient information systems. The curriculum prepares students to sit for national certification exams offered by organizations such as the American Association of Medical Assistants (AAMA), American Medical Technologists (AMT), and National Healthcareer Association (NHA).

Estimated Student Costs

Required and Optional Fees for Programs: Fees are costs set by the university in addition to tuition (and room and board, if applicable). These fees may be required for your program or optional depending on the courses you take, and they support the costs associated with completing an approved program of study. Fees are defined in the or supplement and listed on the school’s billing statement or invoice. Fees that are optional will not be paid using GI Bill® benefits and will be the responsibility of the student choosing these additional options. For additional guidance, please see your Program Director or Admissions Counselor.

Occupational Risks

State Licensure Disclosure

Accreditation Statuses

Keiser University’s Medical Assisting Program at the Daytona Beach campus is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Educational Programs ( ), 9355 – 113th St. N, #7709 Seminole, FL 33775, on recommendation of the Medical Assisting Education Review Board ( ), 2339 N. California Ave., #47138, Chicago, IL 60647.

Keiser University is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC) to award associate, bachelor’s, master’s, and doctoral degrees. .

Gain Job-Ready Skills for a Medical Assisting Career:

• Clinical competency in taking vital signs, measuring blood pressure, and more
• Laboratory procedures including venipuncture, drawing blood, and diagnostic testing
• Medical terminology and medical terminology anatomy knowledge
• Electronic health records management
• Patient care techniques and clinical skills across the lifespan
• Administrative skills including managing insurance forms and billing procedures
• Medical office procedures, clerical duties, and administrative tasks
• Pharmacology basics and medication administration under physician direction
• Basic life support certification and emergency response
• Critical thinking and problem-solving abilities for diagnostic procedures

Keiser University offers career-focused degree programs designed to support working adults, traditional students, and career changers. With online and on-campus learning options, experienced faculty, and comprehensive student support, Keiser helps learners achieve their personal and professional goals at all levels. Our medical assisting program stands out by offering an associate degree that provides both depth of knowledge and hands-on clinical experience.

Admission includes Keiser University's general requirements plus any program-specific requirements listed below, followed by the university’s application process.

Keiser University students take one class at a time. Keiser University term lengths are 4-week, 8-week and 16-week.

Keiser University publishes this program as approximately 16 months and 60.5 credit hours.

Keiser University lists this program as available on campus, Online, and Hybrid.

Tuition is charged per 16-week semester according to the credit hours scheduled.

Keiser University charges tuition per 16-week semester according to the number of credit hours scheduled, not per program. The rates below are the university’s published Tuition and Fee Disclosure, effective Fall Semester 2026, and are subject to annual review.

Required fees

• Application fee — $55.00, one time on enrollment
• Registration fee — $145.00, one time on enrollment
• Education fee — $550.00 per semester, for programmatic participation and facilities resources

Other fees are charged per occurrence: withdrawal $100.00, re-entry $150.00, transcript $5.00, student ID replacement $15.00, returned check $35.00, late payment $10.00 and library late fee $10.00. Clinical, licensure, professional skill development and technical fees vary by program.

Financial aid

Keiser University participates in federal Title IV financial aid. Students seeking aid complete the FAFSA using the university’s federal school code, 015159.

The curriculum pairs a medical assisting major core (about 36.5 credits, including clinical procedures, anatomy and physiology, radiography, laboratory procedures, medical office management, and two externships) with general education coursework (about 24 credits). Course titles and credit values are listed below.

Graduates of Keiser University’s medical assisting program enter a growing field with strong job prospects. According to labor statistics, the healthcare industry continues to expand, creating increased job growth and demand for qualified medical assistants across physician offices, hospitals, outpatient clinics, and specialized health care facilities. This degree in medical assisting prepares students to perform both administrative and clinical tasks, making them valuable assets to healthcare teams. Medical assistants work alongside physicians, nurses, and other medical professionals to ensure quality patient care and efficient medical office operations.

Career Pathways in Medical Assisting

• Clinical Medical Assistant
• Certified Clinical Medical Assistant
• Registered Medical Assistant
• Medical Office Specialist
• Healthcare Administrative Assistant

• Patient Care Coordinator
• Medical Records Specialist
• Medical Laboratory Assistant
• Dermatology Medical Assistant
• Urgent Care Medical Assistant

How to Apply

1. Submit your online application.
2. Speak with an admissions advisor.
3. Provide transcripts or transfer credits.
4. Enroll and choose your start date.

Keiser University’s medical assisting program provides the education and training you need to launch rewarding medical assistant careers. With flexible scheduling, experienced faculty, and comprehensive clinical training, our associate degree in medical assisting prepares you to enter the workforce as a competent, certified medical assistant ready to make a positive impact on patient care. Whether you’re starting your healthcare journey with a high school diploma or transitioning from another field, Keiser offers the support and resources needed to help you achieve your professional goals.