Medical Assistant

March 30, 2021by Nandor Fejer

Medical Assistant description: (Programs are offered at NO COST to clients)

  • Get hands on experience in patient care and administration
  • CPR Basic Life Support – American Heart Association
  • Medical terminology & injections
  • Anatomy, physiology & vital signs
  • Preparation for Profession Industry Certification: National Certification of Competency Testing

Eligibility Requirements:

  • Eligible to work in the USA and 18 years or older. Must live in one of the following Counties – San Mateo, Santa Clara, Alameda, San Francisco, Contra Costa, or Santa Cruz.
  • Can only enroll in one JobTrain training program.
  • Must not have any adult criminal convictions or any pending charges. A background check is required.
  • Updated immunization including: 2 steps TB test or Quantiferon, Hepatitis B, MMR, Tdap, Varicella, Flu, and a complete physical examination to qualify for externship.
  • Must be drug and alcohol free to qualify for employment.
  • HS Diploma/Equivalent completed prior to start of class.
  • Proficient in Math and English (at least 9th grade level)
  • Ability to stand for 6 hours and to lift 25 lbs.

Career Opportunities:

  • Medeical Assistant in Medical/Dental Offices
  • Optometrist Office
  • Surgical/Wellness Centers

Course Information:

Monday to Friday
Length: 11 weeks + 160 hrs externship
Hours: 8:00 am – 2:00 pm
Location: Online & Onsite (1080 N. 7th Street, San Jose, CA)

Session Information:

Session 1 Start: 03/14/2022 End: 05/27/2022 Deadline to apply: 02/21/2022

Session 2 Start: 06/13/2022 End: 08/26/2022 Deadline to apply: 05/23/2022

Session 3 Start: 06/27/2022 End: 09/09/2022 Deadline to apply: 05/16/2022

Session 4 Start: 09/26/2022 End: 12/09/2022 Deadline to apply: 08/15/2022

How to Register:

Contact Amy Gamoney at amyg@goodwillsv.org to reserve your spot ASAP.

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