Medical Assistant Program (MA)

You will be prepared with the technical skills and practical training necessary for entry-level positions as a Medical Assistant, capable of performing a variety of duties with technical detail and assisting physicians in various clinical situations.

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Duration:
2 semesters
45 weeks
915 hours clock

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Why study with us?

This is a health-related program. In this program, the student is prepared with the technical skills and practical training necessary for entry level positions as a Medical Assistant capable of performing a variety of duties with technical detail, helping the physician in many clinical situations.

Studying medical assisting with the American Healthcare Institute open the doors to a dynamic healthcare career, involving both administrative tasks and patient care. It offers a shorter education path than nursing, providing a quick entry into the medical field. Medical assistants are in demand across various healthcare settings, providing job stability.

This role fosters interpersonal skills and allows professionals to contribute to efficient healthcare delivery. It’s a rewarding profession with opportunities for growth and making a difference in patient experiences.

Medical Assistant Program Outcome Competencies

Demonstrate appropriate employability skills.
Perform organizational skills in following the patient’s plan of care in completing patient care assignments.
Assist in the restorative care for patients with specific needs to reach their optimal level of independence.
Demonstrate effective employability skills in work ethics.

Graduation Requirements

Minimum of 915 clock hours

Total

2 semesters (program is 45 weeks long)

Course Outline

Theory clock hours

Clinical clock hours

Theory clock hours

Title	Theory clock hours	Course Type
Computer Skills and Office Procedures	90	MA 101
Anatomy and Physiology	60	MA 102
Medical Terminology	30	MA 103
Physical Examination.Vital Signs	60	MA 104
Microbiology, Sterilization, Infection Control, HIV/AIDS and OSHA	30	MA 105
Electrocardiography	45	MA 106
Phlebotomy	120	MA 107
Minor Office Surgery	60	MA 108
Administration of Medication	60	MA 109
Urinalysis	30	MA 110
Radiology	30	MA 111
Patient’s Examination and Procedures in Medical Specialties	90	MA 112
Law and Ethics, PreEmployment Skills /Work Maturity	30	MA 113

Clinical clock hours

Title	Clinical clock hours	Course Type
Medical Lab & Practice	180	MA 114

Title	Theory clock hours	Clinical clock hours	Total hours	Course Type
Computer Skills and Office Procedures	90	0	90	MA 101
Anatomy and Physiology	60	0	60	MA 102
Medical Terminology	30	0	30	MA 103
Physical Examination.Vital Signs	60	0	60	MA 104
Microbiology, Sterilization, Infection Control, HIV/AIDS and OSHA	30	0	30	MA 105
Electrocardiography	45	0	45	MA 106
Phlebotomy	120	0	120	MA 107
Minor Office Surgery	60	0	60	MA 108
Administration of Medication	60	0	60	MA 109
Urinalysis	30	0	30	MA 110
Radiology	30	0	30	MA 111
Patient’s Examination and Procedures in Medical Specialties	90	0	90	MA 112
Law and Ethics, PreEmployment Skills /Work Maturity	30	0	30	MA 113
Medical Lab & Practice	0	180	180	MA 114