Enterprise State Community College (ESCC), a public community college in southeast Alabama, offers one medical assisting program:
- Medical Assisting Technology Associate in Applied Science (64 to 66 credits)
Program Tracks Overview
| Program | Est. Cost | Est. Duration | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
| Medical Assisting Technology AAS | ~$16,900 (est., Alabama resident) | ~2 years (5 semesters, including summer) | 64 to 66 |
ESCC does not publish a program total. The estimate applies its 2026-27 rate of $196 per credit hour (tuition and fees) to 66 credits and adds about $4,000 for books, supplies, uniforms, and health screenings, based on the itemized costs published by Wallace Community College. Duration follows ESCC’s suggested five-semester sequence.
Quick Facts
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| School type | Public community college (Alabama Community College System) |
| Campus | Enterprise Campus |
| Format | On campus |
| Programmatic accreditation | CAAHEP, initial accreditation March 17, 2023 (per third-party listing) |
| Institutional accreditation | SACSCOC |
| Built-in credentials | EKG technician and phlebotomy technician coursework |
| Start terms | Any semester |
| Job placement | 81.4%, cumulative 2020 to 2024 |
Medical Assisting Technology AAS
The AAS costs an estimated $16,900 for Alabama residents and takes about two years. New students can start in any semester. See the official program page.
AAS Curriculum
Structure. General education covers English, a humanities elective, math, computer applications, biology, and psychology. The medical assisting core includes:
- MAT 101 Medical Terminology (or OAD 211)
- MAT 102 and 103 Medical Assisting Theory I and II (or BIO 201 and 202 Anatomy and Physiology)
- MAT 111 and 211 Clinical Procedures I and II
- MAT 125 and 215 Laboratory Procedures I and II
- MAT 120 Medical Administrative Procedures I and MAT 220 Medical Office Insurance
- MAT 128 Medical Law and Ethics
- MAT 216 Pharmacology for the Medical Office: 4 credits
- MAT 218 EKG Technician: 3 credits
- MAT 229 Medical Assisting Practicum and MAT 239 Phlebotomy Preceptorship: 3 credits each
- EMS 100 CPR Certification and WKO 101 Workplace Skills Development
Distinctive elements. EKG and a phlebotomy preceptorship are required parts of the degree, not add-ons. Students can swap the medical assisting theory courses for college anatomy and physiology, which transfers more easily.
You Should Know
- MAT courses run on a rotating schedule, so the semester a student starts can affect the order of courses.
- ESCC’s own accreditation page still describes the program as seeking MAERB review in 2022. A third-party listing reports initial CAAHEP accreditation in March 2023; confirm the status with ESCC.
AAS Practicum
- MAT 229 and MAT 239 come after all other MAT courses
- Students spend 6 to 12 hours per day at the practicum site; total hours are not published
- Requirements include immunizations, a TB test, a physical, BLS certification, a drug screen, and a background check
AAS Admissions
- Unconditional admission to ESCC
- High school diploma, GED, or dual enrollment status
- A 2.5 GPA or higher
- Eligibility for English 101 and Math 100, plus the college reading requirement
- Program application and essential functions agreement
You Should Know
- To stay in the program, students need a 2.0 cumulative GPA, a C in every required course, and at least 70% on every skill check.
- Dual enrollment lets high school students start the program early.
Tuition
ESCC charges $133 per credit hour in tuition plus $63 in fees, or $196 per credit hour, for Alabama residents in 2026-27.
| Item | Cost |
|---|---|
| Tuition and fees (66 credits at $196) | $12,936 |
| Books, supplies, uniforms, and health screenings (est.) | ~$4,000 |
| Total (est.) | ~$16,900 |
- Malpractice insurance is included in the fees for MAT 125 and MAT 229, and the drug screen and background check are included in course tuition.
Be aware that:
- Non-resident cost is an estimated $25,700. ESCC’s out-of-state rate is $329 per credit hour including fees.
- Choosing BIO 201 and 202 instead of MAT 102 and 103 adds up to 2 credits.
Outcomes
| Measure | Rate | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Job placement | 81.4% | ESCC program page, MAERB 2025 report, 2020 to 2024 |
| Job placement (single year) | 89.4% | Third-party listing, 2023-24 |
| Exam pass rate and retention | Not published | ESCC program page |
ESCC reports placement but not its credentialing exam pass rate. Ask for the full MAERB outcomes, which accredited programs must track.
Why Choose This Medical Assistant Program?
ESCC fits a Coffee County or Wiregrass resident who wants an accredited associate degree with EKG and phlebotomy built in.
Three skill sets. The required EKG course and phlebotomy preceptorship prepare graduates for jobs that combine all three roles.
Flexible start. Students can begin in any semester, and high school students can start through dual enrollment.
Cost. At about $16,900, ESCC costs less than Wallace Community College’s published $19,564, mainly because the degree has fewer credits.
Drawbacks. ESCC publishes no program total, practicum hours, or exam pass rate, and its accreditation page is out of date.
Accreditation
Enterprise State Community College is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC). A third-party program listing reports that the Medical Assisting Technology AAS received initial accreditation from the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP) on March 17, 2023, after a 2022 MAERB site visit. ESCC’s accreditation page has not been updated since the review began. CAAHEP accreditation makes graduates eligible for the CMA (AAMA) exam; students should confirm current status with the program director.