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Course Criteria
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3.00 Credits
This sequence expands the development of grammar, cultural understanding, conversation skills,writing, and reading through the study of literature. Prerequisite: Successful completion of the intermediate sequence, or four years of German instruction in which one year was Advanced Placement level.
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3.00 Credits
This course introduces the field of healthcare for people interested in the field.Topics include an introduction to the healthcare delivery system, a brief historical overview of U.S. healthcare, healthcare settings and programs,members of the healthcare delivery team, roles of healthcare professionals, legal and professional ethics, healthcare organizations and agencies,medical record content, risk management, continuous quality improvement, epidemiology (morbidity and mortality), and interpersonal communication skills.
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2.00 Credits
This course introduces students to the administrative role of medical assistants.Topics include appointment scheduling, telephone procedures, receptionist duties, drug and prescription records, medical records, filing procedures, bookkeeping, insurance forms, banking, collections, processing mail, telecommunications, professional reports, and payroll. Corequisites: MR103 MedicalTerminology and IS101 Computer Applications & Concepts 1.
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4.00 Credits
This course introduces the clinical skills needed to assist the health care provider in a medical setting.Topics include aseptic techniques and infection control, obtaining the patients history and vital signs, sterilization procedures, recognition and use of surgical instruments,
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2.00 Credits
This course provides an understanding of laboratory and diagnostic procedures performed in a medical office or clinic.Topics include standard precautions, laboratory safety; obtaining, handling and processing specimens and cultures; and administering diagnostic tests, such as pulmonary function, pulse oximeter, peak flow, and EKG. Prerequisite:MR103 MedicalTerminology.
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12.00 Credits
This externship allows students to apply the knowledge and skills gained in the classroom and laboratory settings to the administrative aspects of being a Medical Assistant. It includes 180 hours over the course of the semester. Current Healthcare Provider CPR certification must be on file (in the Allied Health Coordinators office) prior to beginning the externship. Prerequisite: HC110-Medical Assistant- AdministrativeTheory. Corequisite: HC112 Medical Assistant -Clinical Procedures.
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12.00 Credits
This externship allows students to apply the knowledge and skills gained in the classroom and laboratory settings to the clinical aspects of being a Medical Assistant. It includes 180 hours over the course of the semester. Current Healthcare Provider CPR certification must be on file (in the Allied Health Coordinators office) prior to beginning the externship. Prerequisite: HC120 Medical Assistant Administrative Externship. Corequisite: HC166 Office Management for Medical Assistants.
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4.00 Credits
This course includes the transcribing of medical reports as well as communication techniques such as formatting of medical reports, business communications, and agenda preparation and distribution. The preparation of office policies and procedures are also included. Emphasis is placed on the role of the manager, including personnel management and the provision for the privacy and security of information within the office setting. Prerequisite: HC120 Medical Assistant Administrative Externship. Corequisite: HC122 Medical Assistant Clinical Externship.
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2.00 Credits
This course expands on both administrative and clinical competencies in Medical Assisting. It broadens knowledge of administrative office procedures; patient management systems; communication with patients, families, and co-workers; community resources; and stress management. Students are exposed to additional clinical procedures that provide in-depth hands-on experiences with specialty practices, medical emergencies, surgical procedures, nutrition, and diagnostic equipment. Prerequisites: HC110 Medical Assistant-AdministrativeTheory and HC112 Medical Assistant-Clinical Procedures.
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12.00 Credits
This course provides students with an opportunity to develop and participate in a community service project. Students are assigned a topic, partner, and community. Students choose an acceptable method to deliver the project. The capstone experience assists students in their transition to entry-level medical assistant. Prerequisite: HC120 Medical Assistant Administrative Externship. Corequisite: HC122 Medical Assistant Clinical Externship.
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