WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT A CAREER IN MEDICAL ASSISTING - A COMPREHENSIVE GUIDE TO BEGINNING A CAREER AS A MEDICAL ASSISTANT

Oct 3, 2026

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Career-focused guide explaining medical assisting as a healthcare role that supports patient care and medical facility operations. Describes West Virginia Junior College (WVJC) background, core values, purpose, and hands-on training approach, including online education expansion through WVJC Online. Summarizes accreditation/licensing and approval information for WVJC campuses and outlines what medical assistants do across clinics, hospitals, laboratories, and related settings, supported by labor market outlook context.

LanguageEnglish

CategoryHealthcare

FormatPDF

Pages22

Reading Time55 min

AccessFree to download

History of WVJC

Core Values & Purpose

Accreditation/Licensing & Approval

ABHES

CTCS

NC-SARA

What Is a Medical Assistant?

Role and impact in healthcare

WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT A CAREER IN MEDICAL ASSISTING A COMPREHENSIVE GUIDE TO BEGINNING A CAREER AS A MEDICAL ASSISTANT [WVJC.edu](WVJC.edu) | [WVJC.edu](WVJC.edu) | Page 1 | | --- | --- | | HISTORY OF WVJC
West Virginia Junior College (WVJC) has been serving the residents and employers of West Virginia and the surrounding states for over 130 years. The WVJC campus in Charleston, West Virginia, was established in 1892, then expanded to Morgantown, WV, in 1922 and Bridgeport, WV, in 2002.
WVJC has been providing hands-on, career training education that meets the current needs of local employers. With current program offerings in allied health, nursing, and professional services, WVJC remains a trusted educator that develops programs to help students take advantage of growing industries.
In 2011, WVJC developed an online education delivery platform, known as WVJC Online, for several programs. WVJC Online expanded its formula for success and career preparation to West Virginia, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Virginia, Kentucky, and beyond. | | [WVJC.edu](WVJC.edu) Page 2 CORE VALUES & PURPOSE The core values and purpose of West Virginia Junior College are the organization's fundamental beliefs and are integrated into every aspect of the student experience. These principles define how employees interact with students, outside partners, and each other. WVJC strives to provide students with an exceptional level of support and service by utilizing our core values and purpose of ensuring that each student has a positive academic experience. [WVJC.edu](WVJC.edu) Page 3 ACCREDITATION/ LICENSING & APPROVAL WEST VIRGINIA JUNIOR COLLEGE MORGANTOWN ABHES – West Virginia Junior College is institutionally accredited by the Accrediting Bureau of Health Education Schools to award diplomas and associate’s degrees. The Accrediting Bureau of Health Education Schools contact information is 6116 Executive Blvd, Suite 730, North Bethesda, MD 20852, Phone (301) 291-7550. CTCS – West Virginia Junior College Bridgeport campus is authorized to offer post-secondary education programs leading to a certificate, diploma, or associate degree in the state of West Virginia in accordance with its permit issued by the West Virginia Council for Community and Technical College Education, 1018 Kanawha Boulevard, East, Suite 700, Charleston, WV 25301, (304) 558-0265 in accordance with Chapter 18B of the West Virginia State Code. [WVJC.edu](WVJC.edu) Page 4 ACCREDITATION/ LICENSING & APPROVAL WEST VIRGINIA JUNIOR COLLEGE MORGANTOWN NC-SARA – Approved to participate in the National Council for State Authorization Reciprocity Agreements (NC-SARA). For the most current list of NC-SARA member states and to determine if your state is a member state, visit the NC-SARA website. [WVJC.edu](WVJC.edu) Page 5 ACCREDITATION/ LICENSING & APPROVAL WEST VIRGINIA JUNIOR COLLEGE BRIDGEPORT ABHES – West Virginia Junior College is institutionally accredited by the Accrediting Bureau of Health Education Schools to award diplomas and associate’s degrees. The Accrediting Bureau of Health Education Schools contact information is 6116 Executive Blvd, Suite 730, North Bethesda, MD 20852, Phone (301) 291-7550. CTCS – West Virginia Junior College Bridgeport campus is authorized to offer post-secondary education programs leading to a certificate, diploma, or associate degree in the state of West Virginia in accordance with its permit issued by the West Virginia Council for Community and Technical College Education, 1018 Kanawha Boulevard, East, Suite 700, Charleston, WV 25301, (304) 558-0265 in accordance with Chapter 18B of the West Virginia State Code. [WVJC.edu](WVJC.edu) Page 6 ACCREDITATION/ LICENSING & APPROVAL WEST VIRGINIA JUNIOR COLLEGE BRIDGEPORT NC-SARA – Approved to participate in the National Council for State Authorization Reciprocity Agreements (NC-SARA). For the most current list of NC-SARA member states and to determine if you

FAQs

What tasks do medical assistants perform in a medical facility?

Medical assistants complete tasks that directly impact a patient’s experience and work alongside nurses, physicians, and other team members. They also handle direct patient care and administrative duties that keep facilities running smoothly.

How is West Virginia Junior College (WVJC) described in the guide?

WVJC is presented as a long-standing institution serving West Virginia and nearby states with hands-on career training. The guide also highlights its core values and purpose to ensure a positive academic experience for students.

What accreditation or approval information does the guide include for WVJC?

The guide lists accreditation and authorization for WVJC campuses, including ABHES, CTCS, and NC-SARA. It provides institutional accreditation details and authorization to offer specific post-secondary education programs.

Oct 3, 2026

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