936 CLOCK HOURS
Tuition: $8,000.00 Registration Fee: $75.00 Total Cost of Program: $9,275.00
OTHER FEES:
National Occupancy Competency Testing – $284.00
Estimated Cost of Books/Materials, Kit & other – $916.00
PROGRAM OBJECTIVE:
Upon completion of the Medical Assistant program, graduates will possess the skills and hands-on experience to become entry-level Medical Assistants, working in all aspects of the medical office.
PROGRAM DESCRIPTION:
The Medical Assistant program is designed to train students in all of the relevant aspects of medical office management, including reception, booking appointments, records management, informatics, insurance billing, preparing patients for physical examinations and minor surgeries, performing specialized medical tests, including urinalysis, and collecting biological specimens, phlebotomy, EKG, limited X Rays, and processing and recording pharmacological data. Graduates of this program will be prepared to work at the entry-level in medical offices, clinics, and various medical practices.
PROGRAM OUTLINE
Full-time students will complete this program in 43 weeks. Part-time students will complete this program in 53 weeks.
Program courses cover a range of topics relating to health care policy and administration, giving you the versatility to enter a variety of positions after graduation. You’ll also have the opportunity to dive deeper into topics of interest through experiential learning projects, internships and research opportunities. Courses include:
HSC 100 Health Science Core Fundamentals
82 Theory Hours/0 Lab Hours/0 Externship Hours/82 Clock Hours
The Health Science Core offers students a foundation in medical career skills. Students learn the structure and function of the human body, its chemical processes, the pathology of diseases, and medical terminology. Students will demonstrate knowledge of the healthcare delivery system and health occupations, basic infection control procedures, HIPPA guidelines, and healthcare workers’ general laws and ethical responsibilities. Students will learn to respond to emergency situations, practice safety and security procedures, apply basic math and science skills, apply interpersonal communications skills and concepts, and understand the developmental principles of the life cycle, medical terminology, and many other essential foundational areas.
HAE 100 HIV/AIDS Education
4 Theory Hours/0 Lab Hours/0 Externship Hours/4 Clock Hours
This course is designed to provide the necessary information concerning HIV/AIDS and the medical worker. Students will learn the history of HIV/AIDS, procedures and protocols required for caring for HIV/AIDS patients, the pathology of the disease, the expectations and objectives of clinical management that is standard for HIV/AIDS patients.
CPR 100 CPR-Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation
1 Theory Hours/3 Lab Hours/0 Externship Hours/4 Clock Hours
This course will prepare students for emergency procedures in Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation. Students will be certified in CPR after successfully completing the course and passing the tests.
HSC 104 Anatomy & Physiology
72 Theory Hours/0 Lab Hours/0 Externship Hours/72 Clock Hours
Upon completing this course, students will have learned all of the body systems, pathology of diseases, and related medical terminology.
MAT 100 Basic Math
48 Theory Hours/0 Lab Hours/0 Externship Hours/48 Clock Hours
Students will study basic mathematical concepts, including addition, subtraction, division, multiplication, basic algebra, fractions, percentages, decimals, exponents, and other basic operations.
MAT 102 Pharmacology
54 Theory Hours/0 Lab Hours/0 Externship Hours/54 Clock Hours
Dosage and calculations are the base concepts of this course. Students will develop the knowledge needed to understand basic dosage orders, as well as measure and record calculations for such dosages.
COM 100 Computer Applications
20 Theory Hours/52 Lab Hours/0 Externship Hours/72 Clock Hours
This course provides the fundamental skills and popular software titles to operate a computer. Students will learn how to care and maintain computers, run diagnostic software, use a word processor, spreadsheet software, presentations software, and database management. Students will also learn how to navigate the Internet and use e-mail programs.
MAS 101 Medical Office Procedures
24 Theory Hours/48 Lab Hours/0 Externship Hours/72 Clock Hours
Upon completion of this course, students will demonstrate professional and appropriate phone techniques, explain the role of the medical assistant in the medical office, demonstrate appropriate professional behavior for the medical office, explain the use and function of computers in the medical office, demonstrate appropriate written communication skills and mail processing, demonstrate how to schedule appointments, basic bookkeeping principles, demonstrate cordial, courteous and professional patient reception, and patient processing.
MAS 102 Fundamentals of Medical Insurance
22 Theory Hours/22 Lab Hours/0 Externship Hours/44 Clock Hours
In this course, students will develop the basic skills necessary to initiate the medical office claims development procedures. Students will learn how to collect pertinent insurance information, integrate it into a patient’s file, complete billing forms, perform procedural and diagnostic coding, and communicate with insurance companies.
MAS 103 Records Management & Informatics
10 Theory Hours/14 Lab Hours/0 Externship Hours/24 Clock Hours
This course is designed to provide students with training in common medical file systems. Students will learn how to initiate and maintain new files and patient charts, maintain clean forms and organize information in chronological order. Emphasis will be placed on the medical office’s computational, cognitive, and social aspects of informatics.
MAS 104 Limited X-Ray
100 Theory Hours/44 Lab Hours/0 Externship Hours/144 Clock Hours
This course prepares students to prep and performs limited x-ray work on physical extremities and body regions. Students will learn about machine maintenance, principles of use, safety precautions, and x-ray procedures.
MAS 105 Patient Preparation
30 Theory Hours/42 Lab Hours/0 Externship Hours/72 Clock Hours
Students will study patient care concepts involved in preparing patients for a medical examination or specialized test. Students will learn appropriate draping procedures, procedures for preparation for minor surgery, interpersonal skills required for patient communication, and the importance of maintaining well-stocked, clean and well-prepared examination areas.
MAS 106 Specialized Medical Exams
30 Theory Hours/42 Lab Hours/0 Externship Hours/72 Clock Hours
In this course, students will learn the basic concepts behind laboratory testing. Students will learn phlebotomy skills, use of Vacu-tainer storage, proper techniques for collecting biological specimens and material, and appropriate storage and processing. Students will also learn how to perform urinalysis, hematology, immunology, and other labs performed in the medical office and laboratories. Students will learn to prepare and perform Electrocardiograms (EKG/ECG), perform respiratory testing, wrap and prepare items for autoclaving, and dispose of bio-hazardous materials. Students will develop a well-rounded skill base in clinical laboratory testing.
HSC 105 Career Preparation
12 Theory Hours/0 Lab Hours/0 Externship Hours/12 Clock Hours
In this course, students will prepare for their careers in the aspect of professional development. Students will learn the importance of professional behavior, attitudes, workplace dynamics, communication, and professional image. Students will prepare for the job hunt by preparing a professional resume and learning job search skills that will help maximize their search results.
MAS 107 Medical Assistant Externship
0 Theory Hours/0 Lab Hours/160 Externship Hours/ 160 Clock Hours
Pre-requisite: All courses must be taken before engaging in an externship
The externship component is the student’s opportunity to develop their skills in the actual work environment. Students will be assigned to their clinical assignments where they will work performing the clinical and administrative skills learned in the Medical Assistant program. Externship hours may vary per week depending on the actual sites assigned. Students must complete a total of 160 clock hours of externship to complete the course. Externship hours in one week will not exceed 40 hours.
