Walking into clinicals for the first time can feel intimidating. Learn why asking thoughtful questions is a sign of good judgment, not a lack of preparation, and discover the top five questions that help healthcare students build real confidence during every clinical day.
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What You’ll Learn in CCI’s Medical Assistant Program
From pharmacology and EKG to medical insurance and bookkeeping, California Career Institute’s Medical Assistant curriculum covers seven core modules plus professional development. Here is a look at the subject areas students study and how they connect to the daily work of a medical assistant.
Inside the 200-Hour Medical Assistant Externship at CCI
Every Medical Assistant student at California Career Institute completes a 200-hour supervised externship at an approved healthcare facility, with evaluations at the 100-hour and 200-hour marks. Here is a closer look at the skills students practice and the four areas the externship is built around.
Student Success Tips: Build Your Clinical Confidence Kit
Confidence does not always come from knowing everything. Often it comes from being prepared. Whether you are heading to class, lab, externship, or clinicals, these three simple steps from California Career Institute can help you arrive focused, organized, and ready to learn.





