Whatcom Community College

Whatcom Community College Medical Assisting Program

Medical Assistants are essential members of the healthcare team. They work alongside providers to support patients in clinics, hospitals, and specialty offices.

We Offer:
*Hands-on clinical and administrative training
*Learn skills like vital signs, injections, EKG, and patient care
*Real-world experience through a clinical practicum
*Prepare for national certification exams
*Supportive faculty with real healthcare experience
*CAAHEP-accredited program

Apply Now For Fall 2026! Application Deadline: July 31, 2026

FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT Luanne Peel: [email protected]

Come to an info session - whatcom.edu/calendar

Hi Orcas!
Please a few minutes to take the NACADA ADVISING SURVEY
Opens May 18

The first 300 students to complete the survey will RECEIVE $15 on their Orca Card

We are inviting you to participate in a NATIONAL SURVEY about your experience with academic advising.

We want to hear your perspective!

Check your student email for your unique survey link and complete the 10-minute survey. Your confidential feedback helps improve advising at WCC.

This survey is designed by NACADA: The Global Community for Academic Advising (NACADA) to promote student learning, success, and completion.

QUESTIONS?
Email Orca Central: [email protected].

We appreciate your input!

Want to learn about going to college?
Whatcom Community College is having an Open House Information Session

Wednesday, June 10, 2026 | 3:30–5:30 p.m.
LOCATION: Lynden Public Library
216 4th Street, Lynden, WA
and
Tuesday, June 30, 2026 | 3:30–5:30 p.m.
LOCATION: Bellingham Public Library
210 Central Avenue, Bellingham, WA

Join us for WCC's Honors & Awards Ceremony on Thursday, June 4 at 6 p.m. in Heiner THeater.

This special event serves as an opportunity to congratulate and honor the hard work and success of WCC students. Don't miss it!

WCC Student Listening Sessions!

You are invited to to join us for tacos and an honest conversation about your experiences at WCC, and to share about how we can improve your Orca journey! These session will be facilitated by the Executive Director for Inclusion, Diversity, Equity & Accessibility and the Associate Director for Intercultural Services.

When and Where:
-Wednesday, May 27, 12-1:30 p.m. (Learning Commons 160)
-Thursday, May 28, 12-1:30 p.m. (Learning Commons 160)

Send an email to [email protected] for a signup link.
Even if you can only stop by for 30 minutes, please sign up!

WCC Campus Store...the official place to sell back textbooks.

Wednesday, June 17–Thursday, June 18, 9 a.m.-4 p.m.
(June 18 is the last day for returns)
Syre Student Center, Room 101

WCC Campus Busking Day on Wednesday, May 27

Wednesday, May 27 from 12:45-1:15 p.m. outside Heiner, Syre, Cascade and the Pavilion.

The Arts, Humanities and Languages Department invites you to get outside and enjoy some music provided by students from the Associate in Music degree program. Take a stroll to hear student arrangements of pop bangers, jazz standards, musical theater belters and folk tunes!

Locations are marked with a star on the map.

*Weather permitting*

Whatcom Community College will be closed
Monday, May 25 for Memorial Day!

We hope you all enjoy your long weekend!

May is Mental Health Awareness Month:

This year’s theme, “More Good Days, Together,” invites us to reflect on what a “good” day means for ourselves and for our communities.

In recognition of Mental Health Awareness Month, WCC Counseling Services is hosting the following event for the WCC community:

MENTAL HEALTH & WELLNESS RESOURCE FAIR
Join us for a resource fair featuring campus and community organizations sharing information about mental health, wellness, and available support services. Students can learn how to access these resources while enjoying snacks and taking time to reflect on personal wellness.

WEAR GREEN IN SUPPORT OF MENTAL HEALTH AWARENESS MONTH!

Featured resources include:
• Whatcom Therapy Dogs
• M.A.D.H.O.P.E.
• Northwest Youth Services
• National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI)
• PFLAG
• And more!

Date: Wednesday, May 27, 2026
Time: 11 a.m.–1 p.m.
Location: Syre Foyer