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 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 1501

College Study Skills

1

Communications (6 Credits)

ENC 1101	English Composition I	3
SPC 1017	Fundamentals of Oral Communications	3

Natural Sciences (3 Credits)

BSC 1081

Basic Anatomy and Physiology

3

Information Literacy (3 Credits)

CGS 1030

Introduction to Information Technology

3

Core Requirements (23 Credits)

HSC 1531C	Medical Terminology	3
HSC 1230L	Patient Care Procedures	2
MEA 1659	Electronic Medical Records	3
MEA 2226C	Examining Room Procedures	3
MEA 2265C	Lab Procedures	3
MEA 2266C	Lab Procedures II	3
MEA 2305C	Medical Office Procedures	3
MEA 2332C	Medical 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.