Medical Assistant is a Certificate Of Completion program offered by Perry Technical Institute in Yakima, WA. The program takes 9 months (three quarters) to complete, with a total tuition of $16,800.
Program Overview
The Medical Assistant program is nine months in length (three quarters) and combines classroom instruction with clinical practice. Students earn (37) credit hours (equivalent to 720 clock hours), with tuition payable on a quarterly basis. The student-to-teacher ratio for the Medical Assistant program is no greater than 16:1.
What Sets This Program Apart
The program concludes with an off-campus externship, providing practical experience in a healthcare setting. Typically employed across environments that include physician offices, outpatient clinics, health maintenance organizations, and hospitals, students in the 9-month program prepare for entry-level positions where they perform both administrative and clinical duties in various healthcare settings. This program is designed to build a knowledge base of the human body in health and disease along with administrative functions, while blending a mix of classroom instruction with clinical practice and offering an opportunity to participate in an externship. Students study clinical duties including vital signs measurement, phlebotomy, electrocardiograms (ECGs/EKGs), laboratory procedures, and learn to exhibit communication skills necessary for effective patient interaction and education. Additionally, they apply administrative skills in managing medical records, billing, coding, and scheduling. Students are taught to understand and adhere to ethical and legal standards in healthcare practice while assisting healthcare providers during examinations and minor surgical procedures. By the end of the program graduates will display professionalism and compassion in patient care situations. Start your journey towards becoming a medical assistant by scheduling a tour today! If you are interested in learning more about this opportunity, please schedule a tour below for the Perry Tech Sunnyside campus located at 437 Barnard Blvd. Start your journey towards becoming a medical assistant by scheduling a tour today! We want to make sure the program you choose is right for you. If you're interested in the Medical Assistant program, you may also be interested in Medical Office Administration & Coding. **What you study**
- Clinical procedures
- Health and disease
- Medical terminology
- Pharmacology
- Coding and billing
- Electronic health records
- Office administration
- Healthcare law & ethics
- Externship
School Information
Campus
Yakima Campus
2011 W. Washington Ave.
Yakima, WA 98903
Accreditation
Perry Technical Institute is accredited by the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges (ACCSC). Perry Technical Institute is authorized by the Washington Student Achievement Council and meets the requirements and minimum educational standards established for degree-granting institutions under the Degree-Granting Institutions Act. This school is licensed under chapter 28C.10 RCW.
Admission Requirements and Process
All applicants must have earned a high school diploma, General Education Development Certificate (GED), or a recognized equivalent education, and be at least 16 years old. Perry Technical Institute programs are considered full-time and run year-round. **Enrollment procedures**
1. To start the enrollment process. 2. After completing a program tour and deciding to apply, contact Enrollment Services to complete the requirements for your chosen program. 3. Pay a $100 registration fee to secure a seat in an available start date. Perry Technical Institute enrolls students based on the date their registration fee is paid. Students will be contacted according to their enrollment date when a seat becomes available for an earlier start date. Students who request a change in enrollment date after paying the registration fee will be charged a $50 term change fee. Enrollment Services · 509.453.0374 · enrollment.services@perrytech.edu
Medical Assistant program applicants must successfully pass a criminal background check.
Application Process
- 1Submit ApplicationComplete the online application form with your personal information and educational background.
- 2Submit TranscriptsProvide official high school transcripts or GED certificate. Some programs may require additional documentation.
- 3Financial AidComplete the FAFSA to determine eligibility for federal financial aid. Meet with a financial aid advisor to review your options.Complete FAFSA Application
- 4EnrollmentOnce accepted, complete enrollment paperwork, register for classes, and attend orientation.
Program Schedule
The Medical Assistant program is nine months in length (three quarters). Students earn 37 credit hours, which equals 720 clock hours.
The student-to-instructor ratio for the program is 16:1.
Tuition is payable on a quarterly basis. There are four quarters in an academic year.
Our start dates are as follows:
- Summer 2026
Curriculum
**Quarter 1**
- MAC 116 — Medical Assistant Foundations I (10 credits)
- MAC 117 — Medical Assistant Clinical Applications I (4 credits)
- Subtotal: 14 credits
**Quarter 2**
- MAC 126 — Medical Assistant Foundations II (10 credits)
- MAC 127 — Medical Assistant Clinical Applications II (4 credits)
- Subtotal: 14 credits
**Quarter 2**
- MAC 136 — Medical Assistant Foundations III (3 credits)
- MAC 137 — Medical Assistant Clinical Applications III (1 credits)
- MAC 138 E — Externship (5 credits)
- Subtotal: 9 credits
**Total credit hours: 37** (720 clock hours)
Cost of Attendance and Financial Aid Information
Total Program Tuition
≈ $16,800
Total Program Cost
≈ $19,780
**Tuition**
- Tuition: $16,800
**Mandatory fees**
- Lab fees: $495
- Technology fees: $150
- Tool/material fees: $330
- Books: $780
- Other tools/materials: $900
- WA DOH/RMA/HIV course: $325
**Total estimated cost of enrollment: $19,780**
All fees listed are mandatory and required for the completion of the program. Additional certifications and field trips are optional and costs are assessed separately. Programs may have additional continuing education costs that are required for licensing and/or job placement. Amounts listed are estimates and subject to change.
**Registration fee**
- A $100 registration fee secures a seat in an available start date.
- If the applicant cancels after the fifth business day subsequent to signing the enrollment agreement, but prior to attending class, the school will retain the registration fee not to exceed $100 and all other money paid will be refunded.
**Financial aid**
Perry Technical Institute offers a variety of financial assistance to eligible students. Aid in the form of grants, loans, jobs, and scholarships help offset the cost of educational expenses. Financial aid is administered in accordance with established state and federal policies and philosophies.
A student's eligibility for federal and state aid is determined through the submission of the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) form. Alternatively, students who do not have access to federal funding due to immigration status (including undocumented students) can complete the Washington Application for State Financial Aid (WASFA).
- Federal Pell Grants
- Subsidized and Unsubsidized Federal Stafford Loans
- Federal Direct Parent PLUS Loans
- Perry Technical Foundation scholarships
- Veterans education benefits (GI Bill®), approved by the Workforce Training and Education Coordinating Board's State Approving Agency (WTECB/SAA)
For more information regarding financial assistance, contact a financial aid representative at 509.453.0374 or email financialaid@perrytech.edu.
Total program tuition is $16,800, billed quarterly across three quarters.
Career Outcomes
Perry Technical Institute serves industry by preparing workers with both technical skills and positive work habits. Career Services supports students through the Employment Connection, part-time job listings and the annual Employer Expo.
Through continuous development of our Program Advisory Committees (PACs), industry leaders help shape our course curriculum, ensuring students receive training for the real world and are prepared for employment after graduation.
What to Expect as a Perry Technical Institute Student
Perry Technical Institute is housed in the same location that it was in 1939. It has built upon its rich history to continue to meet the needs of employers throughout the area. Perry now offers 13 programs and serves more than 800 students.
Over the years, Perry Technical Institute has tailored its programs to meet the needs of industry. While the course offerings have changed in response to these needs, the mission of the school has remained the same. Perry Technical Institute serves industry by preparing workers with both technical skills and positive work habits.
Perry Technical Institute boasts a range of facilities such as classrooms, labs, study zones, a student center, a learning resource center, and communal areas designed to foster connections among students, faculty, and local community members. Classrooms and computer labs are equipped with interactive whiteboards and Wi-Fi connectivity. Additionally, the campus offers various amenities to cater to student needs, including outdoor seating areas, open fields for recreational activities, and convenient food such as vending machines. Administrative offices and support staff, covering enrollment, financial aid, registrar services, foundation, academic support, facilities & safety, veteran support, human resources, IT services, and career services, are also located on-site.
Through continuous development of our Program Advisory Committees (PACs), industry leaders help shape our course curriculum, ensuring students receive training for the real world and are prepared for employment after graduation.
School Information
Campus
Yakima Campus
2011 W. Washington Ave.
Yakima, WA 98903
Accreditation
Perry Technical Institute is accredited by the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges (ACCSC). Perry Technical Institute is authorized by the Washington Student Achievement Council and meets the requirements and minimum educational standards established for degree-granting institutions under the Degree-Granting Institutions Act. This school is licensed under chapter 28C.10 RCW.
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