Applicant Welcome Message
Dear Applicant:
Thank you for expressing an interest in applying for Daytona State College’s Medical Assisting Program. This program provides students with training in the multi-skilled field of medical assisting. Students will be trained to assist in all aspects of a medical practice, including administrative and clinical skills, under the supervision of a physician.
Students will need to possess the ability to work with all types of people, be a team player, have good communication skills (written and verbal), and be flexible and motivated. Students will gain knowledge of Medical Terminology, Anatomy & Physiology, Pharmacology, Coding and Billing, as well as Clerical/Administrative skills for the clinical setting. Clinical experiences are provided for the students in physician’s offices, ambulatory care centers and multi-physician clinics. Upon completion of the program the students are eligible for credentialing by the (AAMA) American Association of Medical Assistants using the initials CMA.
This field is a rapidly growing area in the medical profession with excellent job opportunities available throughout the state.
If you have any further questions please feel free to contact me at (386) 506-3215 email at mottlet@DaytonaState.edu or Melissa L. Brown, Academic Advisor, at (386) 506-3052 or email at brownm@DaytonaState.edu .
Sincerely,
Tamara Mottler, BS, CMA, NR-CMA
Assistant Chair/Program Manager
Medical Assisting
Medical Assisting Program Guide
Frequently Asked Questions about Medical Assisting
Rev 3/2013
