Train as a Medical Assistant

Norfolk, Newport News and Chesapeake campuses

Centura is centered on your success.

Medical assistants are playing an increasing role in patient care and office administration.
Our program covers clinical procedures, laboratory tasks, medical terminology, anatomy, physiology, plus an externship in as little as 12 months.
Financial aid is available for eligible students.

Applicants must meet admission requirements. Acceptance is not automatic.

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Centura is centered on your success.

Medical assistants are playing an increasing role in patient care and office administration.
Our program covers clinical procedures, laboratory tasks, medical terminology, anatomy, physiology, plus an externship in as little as 48 months.
Financial aid is available for eligible students.

Applicants must meet admission requirements. Acceptance is not automatic.

Prepare yourself with in-depth instruction.

Medical Assistant

Phase 1

Start with study of basic body systems, including muscular, lymphatic, integumentary, neurological and more.

Phase 2

Explore essential subjects such as professional behavior and communication, legal/ethical issues, and safety and infection control.

Phase 3

Learn about the procedures of a medical office, including client relationships, implementing electronic health records, and more.

Phase 4

Focus on phlebotomy and laboratory procedures, including quality control and assurance, plus relevant regulations.

Medical Assistant with Limited Scope Radiologic Technology

A 65-week entry level program that includes all of the above, plus training in X-ray techniques.

Phase 1

Start by reviewing shielding and exposure restriction, image receptors and protective devices, plus radiation’s biological aspects.

Phase 2

Explore common terminology, positioning and imaging principles, including radiation protection, anatomy and more.

Phase 3

Prepare for the AART Exam, and put your learning to work in a practicum, covering quality and safety skills and procedures.

The skills you need, taught by professionals in the field.

“It’s a joy to see them go from not having any medical skills to making sure they are ready…to not only just do well, but dominate.”

– Lori Bedford, Medical Assistant Coordinator

“The teachers were there to help me and got me the help I needed to succeed”

– Cindy Latherow, Centura College Graduate

“They provide you skills for life, not just the profession you’re going into.”

– Joy Voorhees, Centura College Graduate

Centura training is designed to move you forward.

Hands-on, practical instruction

Convenient day or night classes

Diverse learning environments

Career placement assistance

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See what your success can look like.

Lori Bedford, Medical Assistant Coordinator, explains how the program prepares students to succeed, and discusses the increasing role of medical assistants in outpatient care.

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About Centura

Founded in 1969, Centura College specializes in preparing graduates for a wide variety of career opportunities. There are three Centura campuses in the Tidewater Virginia area, located in Chesapeake, Newport News and Norfolk.

The Medical Assistant Program and Medical Assistant with Limited Scope Radiologic Technology programs are offered at Centura’s campuses in Norfolk, Newport News and Chesapeake. Each campus features computer labs, lecture halls, and specialized labs for hands-on training. Not all programs available at all locations.

For more information about our graduation rates, the median debt of students who completed the program and other important information, please visit our website at https://www.centuracollege.edu/. For consumer information, please visit https://www.centuracollege.edu/your-rights/.

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