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Kaplan University
School of Health Sciences
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Suite 1
Davenport, IA 52807


Kaplan University

Kaplan University offers a broad selection of programs that address the career goals of working adults from a variety or professional disciplines. Our emphasis is on real-world knowledge and skill development, and we offer programs from which students learn concepts and techniques they can use to take control of their professional destinies. Our courses are designed to empower you with the knowledge and skill you need to move to the next level in your career plan.

Kaplan University gives you the control to schedule your education. There are no job interruptions, travel expenses or hours spent searching the campus map. Go to class anytime, anywhere 24/7. The flexibility and dynamic interaction of online education at Kaplan University also allows for innovative web-based learning opportunities via message boards, online readings, academic exercises and web field trips.

Kaplan University is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools (NCA).

Associate of Applied Science in Medical Assisting (Online)

The medical assisting program provides an entry-level education that concentrates on helping students acquire knowledge and develop skills in performing laboratory, clinical and medical office procedures. As a medical assistant, you may assist the physician with routine medical exams, record vital signs and medical histories, explain treatment procedures to patients and their families, and run routine laboratory tests. In addition to the online program, you will complete an unpaid clinical instruction experience and an unpaid externship in an ambulatory setting to complete your course of study. Graduates are eligible to take the Certified Medical Assistant exam, given by the American Association of Medical Assistants; or the Registered Medical Assistant exam, offered by the American Medical Technologists.†

Please note that students in the medical assisting program are required to complete three separate on-site, unpaid, hands-on clinical experiences for a total of at least 200 hours over three academic terms. Students must be able to accommodate the clinical experiences in their weekly schedules. Some clinical sites may not allow students to complete the clinical hours during the evening or on weekends, so it may be necessary to complete the requirements Monday through Friday during regular business hours.

The medical assisting program prepares students for a different career path than a nursing program and is not recommended for individuals who wish to pursue a nursing career or nursing degree.

Students must complete all coursework, achieve a minimum grade of "C" or better in each major and core course, and maintain a cumulative GPA of 2.5 to graduate.

†Although the program is designed to prepare students for various certification and licensing examinations, the University cannot guarantee students will pass the exams.

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