Betty Campbell RN, ADN Acting Director of Allied Health Coordinator of Medical Assisting Student Medical Assistant Organization Allied Health students regularly participate in community activities both individually and as a group.  The Student Medical Assistant Organization, formed in 2007,  is run by FJC Allied Health students to help in community projects.  Click the links below to see what we have been doing!                                           American Society for  Clinical Pathology American Association of Medical Assistants National Credentialing Agency Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs Forrest Junior College has program accreditation for its Medical Assisting Program by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP). The College is recognized by the South Carolina Department of Health Education Council (DHEC) as an official sponsor of candidates for Nurse Aid Certification.  Why Should I get an Associate Degree? What are the benefits of having an Associate Degree in Medical Assisting rather than just a diploma?  There are two major benefits, aside from an expectation of a higher salary.  First of all, those who hold college degrees are more likely to be hired than those who have only a diploma or a certificate.  Graduating from a degree program shows prospective employers that you have the ability to make a long term commitment and follow through on it.  Second, obtaining a college degree places one in a better position for advancement in the workplace.  Associate degree programs offer the opportunity to learn more than just the core skill set offered in a diploma or certificate program.  If you are a current student or a recent diploma program graduate, you may be closer than you think to earning your degree.  If you are a Phlebotomy student and are interested in adding medical assisting to your studies, you are eligible to transfer every credit hour in your program into the AAS/MA program without losing any earned credits.  If you are already enrolled in the AAS/MA program and are interested in adding the Phlebotomy program to your training, you may be eligible to do so without any additional time in school.  If earning an AAS/MA or adding Phlebotomy training appeals to you our if you would like to ask specific questions, please contact Marisol Boatwright at extension 105 for more information and/or an appointment. Betty Campbell, RN, ADN Coordinator: Nurse Assistant Program Certified Nursing Assistant Program Forrest Junior College offers an intensive 3-week Nursing Assistant Certification Course for those interested in becoming a significant member of the medical community.  This course is perfect if you need to finish your training quickly so that you can start your new career in the medical field.  Betty Campbell, a registered nurse with many years of practical experience will guide you through the classroom and field work to help you gain the skills necessary to pass the Nurse Aid certification examination. For more information click here.  For a current class schedule click here.