Medical Assistant, Diploma

Program Description:

The purpose of this program is to prepare the student as a multi-skilled medical assistant. This is done through the acquisition of the knowledge and skills that are necessary to work in clinical and administrative settings at hospitals, clinics, medical Labs, diagnostic centers, and doctor’s offices. In addition, the program offers options for entry-level positions such as front office procedures, back office procedures, and back office procedures. Students will be able to apply for the American Registry for Medical Assistants (ARMA) registry.

Program Requirements (36 Credits)

General Education (13 Credits)

Student Life Skills (1 Credit)

SLS 1501College Study Skills

1

Communications (6 Credits)

ENC 1101English Composition I

3

SPC 1017Fundamentals of Oral Communications

3

Natural Sciences (3 Credits)

BSC 1081Basic Anatomy and Physiology

3

Information Literacy (3 Credits)

CGS 1030Introduction to Information Technology

3

Core Requirements (23 Credits)

HSC 1531CMedical Terminology

3

HSC 1230LPatient Care Procedures

2

MEA 1659Electronic Medical Records

3

MEA 2226CExamining Room Procedures

3

MEA 2265CLab Procedures

3

MEA 2266CLab Procedures II

3

MEA 2305CMedical Office Procedures

3

MEA 2332CMedical Insurance Coding and Billing

3

Students are required to complete 180 hours of clinical experience and BLS, OSHA, HIV, HIPPA seminars for graduation.

Medical Assistant students are required to wear uniforms at all times.

Attendance is mandatory for this program.

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