Medical Assistant Program

About the Program

The Medical Assistant Program is a partnership between Nashville State Community College (NSCC) and Vanderbilt University Medical Center, in the Center for Programs in Allied Health. This program provides a unique opportunity for students to pursue a health career that is in high demand and provides the opportunity to work as a Medical Assistant at Vanderbilt University Medical Center.

Enrolled students complete a rigorous didactic curriculum at NSCC with courses in medical terminology, anatomy and physiology, clinical procedures, and administrative management. Course work is reinforced through hands-on clinical application of content learned at VUMC medical clinics and under the supervision of clinical preceptors.  Students gain skills in communications, taking vital signs, assisting with clinical examinations, and performing certain medical laboratory procedures.

Click here to view the 2022-2023 Medical Assistant Trainee Handbook

Program Curriculum

• Pipeline to a career as a Medical Assistant at VUMC
• 12 weeks to completion
  • 4 weeks classroom instruction at NSCC
  • 8 weeks clinical experience various VUMC clinical departments
• Certification test preparation
• Online support modules
• Weekly cohort collaboration 

Admissions

NOTE: Due to the overwhelming number of candidates, we are currently working on student selections for cohorts 4 and 5. Updates on future cohorts will be posted as soon as the information becomes available. 

Requirements for application:

• Attend an information session (dates provided below)
• Applications for the medical assistant trainee positions are accepted through the VUMC Human Resources Department.
  • NOTE: check the job search page for opportunities to apply on the VUMC HR website HERE.

If you have any questions regarding this program or the application process, please contact the program director LaQuana Pollard at laquna.d.pollard@vumc.org