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Blue Ridge Community and Technical College's Medical Assisting: Rehabilitation Foundations program is designed by experts to enhance students’ comprehension in clinical, administrative, and general skills vital to patient care in all healthcare settings. This program is designed for students who intend to apply to the Blue Ridge CTC Physical Therapist Assisting program, but first must meet the required prerequisites.
Set a solid foundation in the Healthcare field with a 2-year associate degree in Medical Assisting: Rehabilitation Foundations. Blue Ridge CTC offers a blend of real-world knowledge and additional workforce skills employers look for in qualified applicants.
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Physical Therapist Assisting Program
Students pursuing the Medical Assisting: Rehabilitation Foundation program are preparing to apply to the BRCTC Physical Therapist Assisting program.
Job Growth
Is predicted for the occupations of medical assistants.
Workforce Credential
Students who do not enter the Blue Ridge CTC Physical Therapist Assistant Program continue to earn a recognized workforce credential and move into the workforce.
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Compiled for medical assistants annually.
In the two-year Medical Assisting: Rehabilitation Foundation program, students learn clinical skills through hands-on training methods. The degree allows students to:
Interested in learning administrative and clinical skills needed to prepare for a career as a Physical Therapist Assistant or Medical Assistant? Blue Ridge CTC’s associate degree program in Medical Assisting: Rehabilitation Foundation equips students with knowledge and practical skills for patient care through laboratory and externship experiences. Students enroll in this program to prepare to apply to the Blue Ridge CTC Physical Therapist Assistant Program or earn a credential as a Medical Assistant.
Earn this degree from our School of Allied Health Sciences.
With Blue Ridge CTC’s Associate degree in Medical Assisting: Rehabilitation Foundation, students experience insightful lectures and experiential learning from highly trained Faculty .
The degree teaches core concepts such as anatomy and physiology, medical terminology, medical law and ethics, psychology, communication, administrative and clinical procedures of medical assisting, and professional components essential in different medical facilities. The curriculum helps students:
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Deliver real-world learning to shape a students’ job market competency.
Impart teaching that promotes creativity and sets the base for further 4-year programs.
Extend a smart learning model that raises job prospects.
Integrate best-in-class learning formats and resources to drive focused learning.
We provide comprehensive Student Support Services to promote student success.
Student Services provides a variety of support, including tutoring, accessibility accommodations, and more!
We provide high-tech classes, supporting labs, and study areas to promote a balanced education.
We recognize talent and celebrate performance with awards and acknowledgments.
We have supportive staff to help with personal, professional, and academic challenges.
We support students from admission through the career search! Career Services assists students:
Find the right kind of job with a career inventory assessment.
Get assistance on resume writing and referral to participating employer partners.
With interview preparation to boost their morale and get prepared with the right narration to win job negotiations.
Get a holistic learning environment, where they are nurtured to become the next set of professionals entering the workforce.
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Campus diversity encourages open dialogue on campus.
Equity removes barriers and ensures equal opportunities are afforded to all.
Our campus offers an inclusive, welcoming environment where all are valued, celebrated, and included.
The campus community promotes diversity and inclusion through a variety of speakers and events.
We are committed to providing students with real-time training and internship opportunities to enter the workforce directly after graduating.
We provide industry expert instruction to strengthen job-specific skills needed for real-world challenges.
We assist students with internship opportunities to find their way to a successful career.
We provide industry-certified expert supervision and guidance to raise students’ job prospects in the Government and Private sectors.
Our campus is well equipped with state-of-the-art laboratories, machinery, hardware, and software required to provide the technical skills needed for real jobs.
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Have questions about the Medical Assisting: Rehabilitation Foundation Program? We can help!
This program is designed for students who are planning to make application to the Blue Ridge CTC Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) program. For students who do not continue with PTA , this program provides a pathway as a Medical Assistant.
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, an 18% increase in medical assisting occupations is expected for the next 10 years. This two-year degree can help in the preparation of state licensure exams to plan pathways to employment options as a medical assistant, nursing assistant, health information technician, pharmacy technician, etc.
Note: All salary projections are based on the current position and educational needs. BRCTC cannot guarantee that job titles or the projections given will be the salaries students or graduates will ultimately receive. Two year completion is approximate and based on full-time enrollment. Student testimonials, income statements, and examples on the College website are the results of real students. These testimonials are not intended to guarantee that anyone will achieve the same or similar results. Each individual’s success depends on his or her desire, commitment, dedication, and motivation to pursue academic and workforce opportunities. Testimonials are not intended to create a contract between a student and the College.