This course provides the opportunity for the student to develop the knowledge, skills, process, and the understanding of medical terminology. (3 units)

 

This course provides a basic study of the structure and function of the human body. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate a basic understanding of the fundamental principles of anatomy and physiology. (3 units) Prerequisite: MA 20

 

The principles, procedures, and practice standards of the administrative medical assistant. Study includes: medical reception, telephone reception, appointment scheduling, patient information management, medical record content, quality improvement methods, purchasing office equipment, billing, collecting medical office accounting, banking procedures, office management, coordination of meetings, and making travel arrangements. (4 units) Prerequisite: MA 30

 

 

In this course, students will study principles and procedures of 12-lead electrocardiography (ECG), arrhythmia interpretation and care, and maintenance of equipment and exam area. (4 units) Prerequisite: MA 30

 

Students will learn the principles of medical office procedures, including preparing a patient for assisting a physician with examinations, procedures, and components of patient history. This course will cover charting, vital signs, sterile setups, universal blood precautions, and methods of asepsis and sterilization. (3 + 3 units) Prerequisite: MA 30

 

Students will complete their clinical experience in a medical office covering a wide variety of medical procedures. (2 units)
                
             

*          Classes include 15 hours of lab work supervised by assistant instructors.

**        Classes include 1 unit or 30 hours of lab work supervised by assistant instructors.

***      Classes include 1 unit or 30 hours of lab work supervised by assistant instructors and 1 unit or 45 hours of self-study.