Link to Connecticut Technical High School System main web site
Platt Technical High School 600 Orange Avenue, Milford, CT 06460 Tel. (203) 783-5300
 
Telephone: (203) 783-5300, FAX: (203) 783-3970
link to Connecticut State Department of Education web site
 

 

Medical Assistant

Karen Canty - Department Head
Pam Lerner - Instructor

phone: (203) 783-5300 extension 331

The Medical Assistant program is divided into classroom instruction, administrative skills, and clinical skills. Students participate in externships in physician's offices, clinics, and other health care settings that provide practical experience before graduation. The program is one school year in length and begins each Fall.
Medical Assistant students at work
Medical Assistant students at work

Course Work Includes:

Who is eligible?

Anatomy & Physiology
Computer Applications
Medical Terminology
Pharmacology
Transcription
Nutrition
Ethics
Coding
Microbiology
CPR/First Aid
Clinical Procedures

Connecticut State residents who have received a high school diploma or state equivalency certification may apply for the program. Admission requirements other than basic eligibility include the following:

  • Official School transcripts or GED that includes successful completion of one year each typing, general science and math

  • Submission of basic application, interview and essay

  • Evidence of a recent physical exam

  • Basic keyboarding skills

  • Good character

Employment Opportunities

Physicians' Offices
Walk-in Centers
Clinical Settings 
Hospitals
Medical Insurance Companies
High Placement