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4.00 Credits
This interdisciplinary course explores the social, political, and economic factors that influence the creation, implementation, and enforcement of laws in our society. The extent to which the legal system can be an agent of social justice is examined through readings and discussion. Students have the opportunity to analyze both the causes and solutions of problematic conditions in our society and world, such as: poverty, racism, sexism, crime, substance abuse, education, and other social issues. Students gain valuable insights and experience through a required four hour per week Service-Learning placement in a community agency, such as human services, criminal justice, education, or the courts. Prerequisite: Placement above or successful completion of ENG 060 (EN 2103) and completion of ENG 101 (EN 1103). General Education Elective: Behavioral Science Intensive Values: Computer Literacy; Values/Ethics/Social Policy Note: Students with at least 12 credits and a GPA of 3.2 may apply for the Honors option.
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3.00 Credits
An introductory course in medical terminology. Students develop skill in understanding the components of common medical prefixes, suffixes, and terms through a systematic exploration of each body system. Word building and flexibility are emphasized. This course is fundamental in the preparation for any medical field or position. 3 hours lecture Intensive Value: Technology/Environment/Health Note: Technology/lab fee - $100.
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2.00 Credits
A comprehensive course to prepare medical assisting students to perform administrative procedure in the medical office and to utilize medical management computer software effectively. Students will develop skills in record management, telephone techniques, screening and processing mail, scheduling and managing appointments, managing practice finances, medical billing and office management. 2 hours lecture/4 hours laboratory. Course is usually offered in the Fall semester. Prerequisite: CAP 101 (BU 6101/CA 1101) or equivalent.
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2.00 Credits
An introduction to clinical skills used in the examination and treatment of patients in the medical office. Students use knowledge of scientific principles and physiologic processes to build practical skills in the following areas: observation, communication, vital signs, patient history, assisting with examinations, electrocardiography and nutrition. 2 hours lecture/2 hours laboratory
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3.00 Credits
A course in basic skills needed to transcribe medical records accurately and rapidly. Students will work at their own pace to become familiar with various types of medical records used in the medical office including office visits, medical histories, treatment records, consultation records and correspondence. Special emphasis will be placed on using medical terminology and the names of drugs, instruments and procedures accurately. Course usually offered in the Fall semester. Corequisite: MAS 101 (MD 1107)
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3.00 Credits
An introduction to the way American society delivers health care for selected diseases or conditions. Includes the classification, diagnostic tests, preventative methods, medications and treatment of each body system. Students examine the views of different cultures about health and disease to see how they affect patients' ideas about effective health care and health care practices in different societies and among different cultural groups. 3 hours lecture. Intensive Values: Multicultural/Global Awareness: Technology/Environment/Health
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2.00 Credits
A clinical course including the use and care of laboratory equipment, safety standards and practices in a clinical laboratory setting, and performance of laboratory analysis on body fluids. Emphasis is placed on laboratory skills routinely performed in a physician's office. Major components of the course include urinalysis, clinical chemistry, hematology, and serological testing. Students also learn how to collect and process specimens for microbiological testing. 2 hours lecture/2 hours laboratory
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2.00 Credits
Prepares students to perform specialized clinical procedures in the medical office or clinic. Based on the understanding of scientific principles, anatomic structures, and physiologic processes, students develop skills in the following four areas: pharmacology and medication administration, venipuncture, medical office surgery, and emergency medical care. 2 hours lecture, 2 hours laboratory.
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3.00 Credits
A practicum in assigned medical offices or clinics with weekly seminars to discuss learning experiences in these offices. Group goals are designed to gain practical experience in a health care setting, to increase the understanding of the medical assistant in health care agencies, and to prepare students for the transition from student to professional medical assistant. Individual goals vary according to the opportunities for learning in the assigned office. Course is usually offered in the Spring semester. Prerequisites: MAS 102 (MD 6217), MAS 103 (MD 1103), MAS 122 (MD 1203). Corequisite: MAS 121 (MD 1211)
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3.00 Credits
A detailed study of basic arithmetic skills, including: the standard operations with whole numbers, fractions, decimals and percents, order of operations, powers, roots, and an introduction to the fundamental concepts of algebra, including signed numbers and evaluation of algebraic expressions. Credits earned in this course will not apply to MCC degree or certificate programs. 127
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