MEDICAL ASSISTANT - Q & A

Frequently Asked Questions

Q. Is the Medical Assisting field new?
A. Medical Assisting is a huge, well-established occupation. It's listed among America's 25 Hottest Jobs not Requiring a College Degree by the U.S. Department of Labor. And this field is projected to grow 52% in the upcoming years!

Q. Why do people become Medical Assistants?
A. Because they can make good money and have skills that are needed all across the country. Working with doctors, nurses, physician assistants and insurance executives in large and small medical practices, and at home, with experience.

Q. Are there other advantages?
A. Yes. Security. Healthcare organizations of every type will always need people to assist with office and clinical functions, and ensure patients are treated with courtesy and care.

Q. Do I need any previous education or experience?
A. You need no previous medical experience. You must be able to read, write and understand directions to begin the course. As you progress, you will need to develop some typing and math skills. If you don't currently know how to type, we can counsel you on the best typing tutorials to use for your specific skill level.

Q. What is the earnings range for Medical Assistants?
A. Because salaries vary from one place to another, we suggest you inquire in your area. We think you'll be pleased with what you discover.

Q. How much work is available?
A. The U.S. Department of Labor states that there are already 387,000 Americans employed as Medical Assistants, with job growth of 52% in the upcoming years!

Q. How will I find work when I'm ready?
A. U.S. Career Institute offers continuing graduate support. We show you how to contact employers and present your credentials. When we receive job requests from employers, we keep this information for our graduates.

Q. Is U.S. Career Institute accredited?
A. Yes. U.S. Career Institute is an Accredited Member of the Distance Education and Training Council. The Accrediting Commission of the Distance Education and Training Council is listed by the U.S. Department of Education as a nationally recognized accrediting agency for distance education. Because of this, our curriculum, faculty, administrative procedures and policies are reviewed on a regular basis to ensure that we continue to meet the DETC's exceptionally high standards of quality.

Q. What other credentials does U.S. Career Institute have?
A. U.S. Career Institute has been a state-approved school since it was established more than a quarter century ago. Since that time thousands of men and women have successfully graduated from our programs. If in the future you wish to transfer USCI credits, you should check with the receiving institution because requirements vary from place to place. U.S. Career Institute makes no representation regarding transferability of credits.

Q. Are there any extras to buy?
A.Your program includes all the materials you need to complete your training, plus many valuable supplements. You will need access to a DVD player and a CD player. You must also have access to a computer with Microsoft® Office and an internet connection.

Q. What is the potential for advancement?
A. As a Medical Assistant, your earnings and job promotions increase with your experience.

Q. What other fees are there?
A. There are NO additional hidden fees or graduation fees to worry about when you take classes with USCI. The only fee you’ll incur will be an optional $5 transcript fee if you request it.