Staff Report
Medical assistants can improve their job skills and job prospects by completing a fast-track class offered this summer at Hancock College. The eight-week class, Success in Medical Assisting Practice (MA 379A), meets Thursdays from 6-9 p.m. from June 14 through Aug. 2.
“The course is designed to prepare new graduates and experienced medical assistants to successfully complete California Medical Board-approved certification exams,” said Gerri Osuna, a medical assisting instructor. “The class will benefit new and experienced medical assistants because students will enhance their employability and professional skills in just eight weeks.”
Registration remains open until June 13, which is the day before the class begins. Early registration is recommended to reserve a place.
All students register online via myHancock, which is accessed from the college’s website at www.hancockcollege.edu; in the menu, select Students, then Registration/Add/Drop, located in the Registration section.
All California residents pay a $46 per credit enrollment fee. Fees for the summer semester are due at the time of registration.
For more information contact the health sciences department at 805-922-6966, ext. 3384, or healthsciences@hancockcollege.edu.
