Programs
Medical Assistant Program
Medical Assistant Program
Program Description:
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.
Graduation Requirements:
Minimum of (915 clock hours) Total: 2 semesters (Program is 45 weeks long.)
Medical Assisting 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.
Admissions
Program Description
| Program Set | ||||
| Title | Theory Clock Hours | Clinical Clock Hours | Total hours | Course |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |