AS/AAS in Medical Assisting

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An Associate of Science (AS) or Associate of Applied Science (AAS) in Medical Assisting is a great career option if students want to boost their skills and offer employers a comprehensive package as a prospective worker. This type of degree can work hand in hand with someone who is training to become an ultrasound technician or other type of medical assistant, as many of the tasks students learn in each career field overlap.

Requirements for Earning an AS or AAS in Medical Assisting

Most AS/AAS in medical assisting programs take about two years to complete, but the exact time students spend getting their degree depends on their educational background, whether they go to school full time or part time, their state’s certification requirements, and the college they choose to attend. For students who need a more flexible program, online schools are a great option, as they can fit classes around a work schedule or family responsibilities. Whether students go to school online or off, they should not forget to check with their employer about potential funds available for tuition assistance.

The main goal of this kind of degree program is to teach students to work with a physician to provide the best patient care possible. If students have an AS or AAS in medical assisting and experience as an ultrasound tech, they could work with doctors and nurses on advanced cases that require keen radiography / sonography skill, as well as the ability to provide support on a medical assisting level.

In an AS/AAS in medical assisting program, students cover topic areas such as:

Patient Interaction
Communications
Health Information Technology
Basic Anatomy
Medical Terminology
Medical Technology

Further Information About Medical Assisting Programs

Although it is not required by law, most employers only hire medical assistants who are certified by either the American Association of Medical Assistants or the American Medical Technologist. Students can achieve certification by completing an AS or AAS in medical assisting program and taking one of the exams offered by these organizations.

Associate’s Degrees in Medical Assisting

Herzing University: AS in Medical Assisting
Keiser University: AS in Medical Assisting

Top Online Health Services Programs

There are multiple educational paths that students can take to become an ultrasound technician or diagnostic medical sonographer. The schools below do not offer ultrasound-specific training, but they do offer medical assisting and other healthcare programs that are closely related. You can request information by clicking on any of the links below.

AS in Health IT	DeVry University — For over 80 years, DeVry University has focused on relevant areas of study, offering associate, bachelor's and master's degree programs and specializations that cover 34 different career fields. Earn your associate degree in Health Information Technology from DeVry University, and prepare to be an HIT leader in contemporary hospitals, physicians' offices, medical clinics, and more. DeVry University is accredited by The Higher Learning Commission.
AS in Medical Assisting	Herzing University — With a 45 year history, Herzing University is an accredited university that offers associate, bachelor's, and master's degrees as well as diplomas in over 45 different programs. The AS in Medical Assisting program builds on the online diploma program by incorporating the general education requirements required for this level of degree. Herzing University is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission.
AS in Medical Assisting	Keiser University — Keiser University, founded in 1977, is a private, regionally accredited career university offering certificates, associate, bachelor's, master's, and doctoral degrees. The AS in Medical Assisting program prepares students to perform medical assisting duties under the direction of a physician or practitioner. Keiser University is accredited by the Commission on Colleges of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools.
AS in Health Info Mgmt AS in Health Admin	Hodges University — Founded in 1990, Hodges University is one the premier private universities in the State of Florida. The AS in Health Information Management and AS in Health Administration programs, while not ultrasound training programs, do teach students how to use information technology to meet the needs of the healthcare industry. Hodges University is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges.
AAS in Health IT	Rasmussen College — Founded in 1900, Rasmussen College has grown to now include 22 campuses and more than 40 diverse online degree programs where students can choose from many bachelor's and associate's degrees. The AAS in Health Information Technology program prepares students to become health information technicians. Rasmussen College is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission.
BS in Health Services Mgmt	Virginia College — Founded in 1983, Virginia College is a private institution of higher education committed to offering associate degrees, diploma courses, and baccalaureate degrees at over 20 different campuses. The BS in Health Services Management program prepares you for mid-level management positions in health care organizations including hospitals, physician practices, and home health agencies. Virginia is accredited by the Accrediting Council for Independent Colleges and Schools.