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ACT College Medical Assistant Diploma Program

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The Right Skills

The Medical Assisting with Limited X-Ray advanced diploma program starts with the core foundation of medical assisting and adds a concentration of Limited X-Ray skills.

This program provides students with the skills required to successfully assist physicians and medical group practices with a number of clinical tasks including:

  • Medical imaging of the chest and extremities
  • Performing electrocardiographs
  • Administering medications
  • Vital sign measurement
  • Assisting with surgical procedures
  • Phlebotomy
  • Assisting with physical examinations
  • Patient education
  • Basic medical office procedures

The Important Accreditations and Approvals

  • Accrediting Bureau of Health Education Schools
  • Certified by the State Council of Higher Education for Virginia

Extensive Hands-On Clinical Experience

Upon completion of all theory and laboratory coursework, students will be required to complete a 220 hour externship at a local healthcare facility that employs Medical Assistants with Limited X-ray training.


Get It Fast: The Schedule

The Medical Assisting core program is available both days and evenings. The Limited X-Ray concentration courses will be available during the evening session.

Day/Evening Combined: 55 Weeks including 220 hours of hands-on clinical experience

Evenings Only: 74 Weeks including 220 hours of hands-on clinical experience


Are You Qualified?

  • No High School Diploma or GED Required - Learn More
  • Students under 18 years of age must have the signature of a parent or guardian
  • Students must acheive a passing score on the admissions evaluation
  • Criminal Background Check & Drug Screening - Learn More

ACT College Medical Assisting With Limited X-Ray Advanced Diploma Program chart

ACT College Medical Assisting With Limited X-Ray Advanced Diploma Program Clinical Bullet Clinical coursework includes: Basic and Advanced Clinical and Patient Care Procedures, Diagnostic and Laboratory Procedures, First Aid, CPR, Minor Surgical Assisting, Administrative Office Procedures, and Clinical Pharmacology, Positioning, Medical Imaging
ACT College Medical Assisting With Limited X-Ray Advanced Diploma Program Externship Bullet Clinical Education: Required Clinical Externship
ACT College Medical Assisting With Limited X-Ray Advanced Diploma Program Theory Bullet Theory coursework includes: Anatomy and Physiology, Medical Law and Ethics, Radiologic Science
ACT College Medical Assistant Diploma Program Professional Bullet Professional Foundations coursework includes: Computer Basics, Medical Terminology, Career Development, Human Relations

Get Your Credentials

Graduates with a GED or High School Diploma will be eligible for the following certifications:

  • RMA - Registered Medical Assistant Exam (American Medical Technologists)
  • CMA - Certified Medical Assistant Exam (American Association of Medical Assistants)
  • RPT - Registered Phlebotomy Technician (International Academy of Phlebotomy Sciences or the American Medical Technologists)
  • Limited License X-Ray Technician in the Commonwealth of Virginia (Chest, Abdomen, and the Extremities)

Get Started In A Growth Industry

Graduates of the diploma and degree programs will find employment in

  • Private practices
  • Urgent care centers
  • Orthopedics
  • Chiropractic practices
  • Imaging clinics

Industry Statistics

  • The Bureau of Labor Statistics predicts the medical assisting will grow much faster than average through the year 2014
  • The Virginia Employment Commission feels the increased growth of openings for Medical Assistants demands the continued development of this segment of the healthcare workforce