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of the objectives of the Medical Assistant Degree is to challenge the
student to utilize learned critical thinking skills necessary in today’s
work environment. The curriculum content encompasses oral and written
communication courses which will prepare the student to become an effective
communicator. This general education background combined with the technical
courses offered in the Medical Assistant program along with the college’s
“learn by doing” philosophy will prepare the student for the technical
demands of the new millennium.
The Associate Degree will provide the student with the competitive edge,
helping the student to become employable with more opportunities for
advancement. It will give the credentials needed to help him/her succeed in
the medical field.
Additional objectives of the program are to prepare the student for
entry-level employment in these and other positions: Medical Assistant, EKG
Technician, Phlebotomy Technician, Clinical Technician, Orderly, Ward Clerk,
Medical Secretary, Medical Data Entry Specialist, Transcriptionist,
Records/Insurance Clerk, and Medical Office Manager.
Medical Assistants qualify to take the Phlebotomy Registry (AMT), EKG
Certification (NAHP), and RMA Certification (AMT) and hold certifications in
First Aid and CPR. Graduates secure employment in hospitals, a variety of
doctor’s offices, clinical laboratories, medical supply companies, state
agencies, insurance companies, transcription organizations, and a variety of
other institutions that utilize clerical skills.
The objective of the Medical Assistant with a concentration in Medical
Secretary is to center on medical clerical skills necessary to succeed in
the medical office environment. After completing this concentration, the
student will be prepared to work in medical transcription, insurance
processing, and medical coding. The student will also learn to organize and
maintain records in medical offices or in a hospital environment.
Additional objectives of the program are to prepare the student for
entry-level employment in these and other positions: Medical Secretary,
Medical Administrative Assistant, Medical Billing Specialist, Medical
Scheduler, Medical Coder, Medical Transcriptionist, Medical
Records/Insurance Clerk, Medical Accounts Receivable Specialist, Medical
Office Clerical Coordinator, Hospital Unit Clerk, Medical Office Business
Manager, Medical Data Entry Specialist.
Graduates secure positions in hospitals, a variety of doctor’s offices,
medical and insurance billing companies, state agencies, insurance
companies, transcription organizations, and a variety of other institutions
that utilize clerical skills.
Medical Terminology **
Medical Theory I **
Medical Theory II **
Medical Theory III **
Medical Lab I **
Medical Lab II **
Medical Lab III **
Comprehensive Clinical Procedures & Pharmacology **
Medical Office Procedures **
Medical Transcription I **
Computerized Medical Office Procedures **
Internship **
Data/Word Processing
Keyboarding I
Computer Literacy
Accounting I
Introduction to College English
Introduction to College Math
Written Communications
College Algebra
Communication Skills
Earth Science
American Government & Politics
Sociology
*DOES NOT INDICATE THE ORDER IN WHICH THESE COURSES WILL BE OFFERED.
**CORE CLASS FOR THIS CONCENTRATION. |
