Introduces students to the fundamental aspects of the study of diseases. Emphasis will be on the definition, etiology, diagnosis and treatment of specific diseases. This course will concentrate on clinical abstracting from the medical record.
Prerequisite(s):
BIO 1210
Corequisite(s):
None
Provides students with a foundation for college success, as well as the exploration of various health professions and tools for career planning. Emphasizes concepts of professionalism, health care ethics and confidentiality as well as an introduction to electronic health records (EHR) and relevant medical terminology.
Prerequisite(s):
None
Corequisite(s):
None
Introduces the foundational concepts and skills of patient centered care in the ambulatory setting. The course focuses on infection control fundamentals, vital measurements for adult and pediatric patients, assisting with the physical examination, communication skills, medical records and patient reception. This course provides an overview of the major body systems. 30 hours of lecture and 60 hours of lab are required. Must complete with a C or better.
Prerequisite(s):
None
Corequisite(s):
None
Accompanies the course with the same number. 30 hours of lecture and 60 hours of lab are required
Prerequisite(s):
None
Corequisite(s):
MA 1010
Examines the administrative medical office concepts and communication expertise associated with healthcare finance. The use of EHR will be an integral part of this course. 30 hours of lecture and 30 hours of lab are required. Must complete this course with a C or better.
Prerequisite(s):
MA 1010
Corequisite(s):
MA 1020L
Accompanies the course with the same number. 30 hours of lecture and 30 hours of lab are required.
Prerequisite(s):
MA 1010L
Corequisite(s):
MA 1020
Introduces the fundamental principles of pharmacological concepts and practice, medication delivery methods. Students will perfect the mathematical acumen needed to properly calculate medication doses accurately. Must complete this course with a C or better.
Corequisite(s):
MA 1350, MA 1410
Focuses on the legal, ethical and bioethical aspects of medical practice, licensure, professional liability, quality assurance and risk management along with the psychological aspects of human behaviors. Personal and professional development are integrated into the content of this course. Must complete this course with a C or better.
Prerequisite(s):
None
Explores intermediate clinical practice skills expertise and techniques necessary to assist the physician with diagnostic studies, examinations, patient education, critical thinking and clinical reasoning. The medical specialties covered in this course include: female reproduction, male reproduction, minor office surgical procedures, cardiology, pulmonology and the art of phlebotomy. All specialties will incorporate an anatomical and medical language review. 45 hours of lecture and 60 hours of lab are required. Must complete this course with a C or better.
Corequisite(s):
MA 1310A, MA 1410L
Accompanies the course with the same number. 45 hours of lecture and 60 hours of lab are required.
Prerequisite(s):
None
Corequisite(s):
MA 1410
Explores advanced clinical practice skills expertise and techniques necessary to assist the physician with diagnostic studies, examinations, patient education and critical thinking. The medical specialties covered in this course include: gastroenterology, urology, immunology and first aid procedures. 30 hours of lecture and 60 hours of lab are required. Must complete this course with a C or better.
Prerequisite(s):
MA 1410
Corequisite(s):
MA 1420L
Accompanies the course with the same number. 30 hours of lecture and 60 hours of lab are required.
Prerequisite(s):
MA 1410
Corequisite(s):
MA 1420
Focuses on a comprehensive review of the program content in preparation for taking the CMA (AAMA) National Certification Examination. Test taking techniques, professional accountability and career readiness skills will be the focus. This is the capstone course for the Medical Assistant Program. 30 hours of lecture required. Must complete with a C or better.
Prerequisite(s):
None
Corequisite(s):
MA 1530
Provides a practicum experience that requires students to perform a minimum of 160 hours of unpaid work experience in a medical facility performing clinical and administrative duties. Students must achieve 73% or better in all coursework to receive credit for this course.
Prerequisite(s):
None
Corequisite(s):
MA 1510