Program Map for Medical Assisting
The certificate and degree are designed for direct career entry; the degree may also be transferable to certain bachelor’s degree programs. On EvCC’s campus, Central Washington University offers the Bachelor of Applied Science in Information Technology and Administrative Management (ITAM), and accepts the AAS-T in Medical Assisting in transfer.
Note: Successful completion of Everett Community College's accredited program, along with passage of one of the five national certification exams, meets Washington State requirements to legally work as a medical assistant.
Faculty advisors for the Medical Assisting Program are listed below. If you have been assigned an advisor please work with them, otherwise you can choose any of the advisors below.
- Prathyusha Balluru, BDS, MHA - pballuru@everettcc.edu
- Rhonda Hamburg, CMA (AAMA), PBT (ASCP) - rhamburg@everettcc.edu
- Amber Samaniego, BAS, CMA (AAMA) - asamaniego@everettcc.edu
CHECKLISTS
- Medical Assistant Certificate Checklist
- Medical Assistant ATA Checklist
- Medical Assistant AAS-T Checklist
- Pre-College to College English and Math Checklist
Notes on using this map:
* indicates an elective course that is recommended but not required and could be substituted with another appropriate course. For example, ENGL& 102* on a map means that ENGL& 102* is recommended, but any 5-credit course from the Basic Communication Skills list on the DTA would also be acceptable.
→ indicates a pre-requisite relationship. For example, MATH&141→ MATH&142 on a map indicates that a student must pass MATH& 141 before taking MATH& 142
(F, W, Sp, Su) indicates the quarters in which a course is offered, if not offered every quarter. For example, ART 116 (W) means that ART 116 is only offered during Winter quarters
TS stands for Transitional Studies. Courses taken through the Transitional Studies department do not qualify for financial aid but cost only $25 per quarter. To see if you qualify, contact the Advising Center at advising@everettcc.edu or 425-388-9339.
& as part of a course number (e.g. ACCT& 202) indicates that the course is part of the Common Course Numbering System
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The learning objectives of this course are the foundation of future courses in this pathway. Success in critical courses positions you to be successful in later courses in this pathway.
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See a Medical Assisting faculty advisor to decide on your first quarter courses.
Prepare for college-level math If your math placement is below MATH 76, you’ll need to take the following sequence of courses, starting from the level you placed into: TS 60 → TS 70
Prepare for college-level English
If your English placement is below ENGL& 98, you’ll need to take the following sequence of courses, starting from the level you placed into: ENGL/TS/AEP 97 → ENGL/TS/AEP 98
Note: English language learners may need additional courses before ENGL/TS 97 depending on their placement.
Begin getting any vaccines required. Consult with the Health Professions Service Center. These can take up to nine months to complete. Take CL 101 - Computer Literacy if you are not confident in your computer skills. Students are strongly advised to possess computer skills that include word-processing, file-saving and transfer, internet and email use. Lack of competence in these skills may result in an inability to complete program requirements.
Before registering for your third quarter, create a Mandatory Educational Plan with your faculty advisor. Check your Degree Planner to see what classes you should take to stay on track. See your faculty program advisor with any questions you have.
Recommended Actions
- Looking for more support and assistance by phone, tablet, or computer? Visit the Online Student Support and Resources page.
- Do you qualify for Financial Aid? Fill out a FAFSA or WASFA and visit the Financial Aid Office to begin talking about how to pay for college.
- Visit the Tutoring Center, Writing Center, and the Library.
- Consider registering for a study skills class offered by DEVED department.
- Get involved with Student LIFE and join a campus club.
- See if you qualify for TRiO, MESA, scholarships, or support from CDS
Complete college-level courses. Focus on those that fit in the Healthcare Pathway so that if you change to another Healthcare program, most of the credits you’ve earned already will apply to your new goal.
Take MATH/TS 76 - Mathematical Literacy or MATH/TS 86 - Essentials of Intermediate Algebra or any MATH above 86 Take ENGL& 98 - Introduction to College Writing or ENGL&101 - English Composition I Take HLTH 100 - Medical Terminology or Pre-Nursing combination of BIOL& 231 and BIOL& 232 Take 
HLTH 102 - Applied A & P or Pre-Nursing combination of BIOL& 231 and BIOL& 232 Take HLTH 109 - First Aid and Basic Life Support (AHA CPR) or obtain an AHA BLS for Providers CPR certificate from community resources. Information available at the Health Professions Service Center.
Recommended Actions
Check back in with your faculty program advisor to discuss if this is the right program for you and update your plan of study as needed
- If you haven't already, join a club that aligns with your interest.
- Continue with any required vaccine sequences.
- Complete Medical Assistant Demographics, Criminal History Disclosure and Technical & Essential Standards e-Form.
Complete specific degree requirements and begin preparing for graduation and transfer. If you change to another program in this phase, some credits earned may not apply to your new program.
Take HLTH 130 - Disease and Pathology or BIOL 135 - Disease in Modern Society or Pre-Nursing combination of BIOL& 231, BIOL& 232 and ANTH 206 Take HLTH 135- Administrative Skills - Office Management NOTE: Can be taken concurrently with HLTH 100 and/or HLTH 102Take HLTH 136 Administrative Skills - Practice Finances NOTE: Can be taken concurrently with HLTH 100 and/or HLTH 102 Take HLTH 150 - Intercultural Communication in Health Care or Pre-Nursing combination of PSYC& 100 and CMST&210 NOTE: Can be taken concurrently with HLTH 100 and/or HLTH 102 Take HLTH 205 - Medical Law and Ethics NOTE: Can be taken concurrently with HLTH 100 and/or HLTH 102 Take HLTH 210 - Principles of Pharmacology Prerequisite: HLTH 130 Complete all immunization requirements prior to HLTH 232 or HLTH 232 (MMR x2, Varicella x2, TDaP, Annual TB test, Annual Influenza, COVID x2, and Hepatitis B doses #1 and #2) Take HLTH 231 - Clinical Skills - Surgical Take HLTH 232 - Clinical Skills - Clinical Microbiology
Recommended Actions
Check back in with your faculty program advisor to discuss transfer options and career opportunities.
Complete all remaining degree/certificate requirements before you graduate.
Take HLTH 241 - Medication Administration NOTE: All immunizations must be completed. Must be taken concurrently with HTLH 242 and HLTH 243. Instructor Permission required. Take HLTH 242 - Principles of Phlebotomy NOTE: All immunizations must be completed. Must be taken concurrently with HTLH 241 and HLTH 243. Instructor Permission required. Take HLTH 243 - Clinical Skills - Ambulatory NOTE: All immunizations must be completed. Must be taken concurrently with HTLH 241 and HLTH 242. Instructor Permission required. Apply for graduation while taking HLTH 241, 242, and 243. All students will be required to complete a national background check. The instructor will provide full instructions when students are enrolled in HLTH 241, 242, 243. Take HLTH 251 - Clinical Practicum. You must ensure vaccines and background checks are completed before taking HLTH 251. Prepare for one of the five national exams. See your faculty program advisor for more details.
Recommended Actions
Meet with your faculty program advisor to make sure all degree/certificate requirements are met.