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Medical Assistant
Certificate Program
This program familiarizes students with the theory and hands-on skills necessary for entry-level positions in the medical assistant field.
The goal of the program is to assist on the Registered Medical Assistant practical and written exams throughout the course work.
These skills will enable graduates to qualify for work as administrative and clinical assistant, medical records clerk, medical office manager, medical insurance billing clerk, medical receptionist, and working directly with physicians or podiatrists.
This hybrid program is made available less than 49% of instructional hours via distance education therefore; it provides an excellent opportunity for students currently working in the business field to upgrade their skills and knowlege.
Courses in this program include:
| Catalog No. | Classes Listing | Lecture Hours | Lab Hours | Total Hours/ Credit |
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CS 100 |
Introduction to Computers |
50 |
50 |
100 |
BIO 100 |
Intro/Medical Office Procedures-(Hybrid) |
20 |
20 |
40 |
BIO 120,130,150 |
Medical Billing/Insurance Coding and Medical Office Software |
40 |
40 |
80 |
BIO 110 |
Anatomy & Physiology-(Hybrid) |
20 |
20 |
40 |
BIO 190 |
Pharmacology |
40 |
40 |
80 |
BIO 400 |
Lab Procedures |
40 |
40 |
80 |
BIO 420 |
Medical Law, and Ethics |
20 |
20 |
40 |
BIO 430 |
Minor Surgical Techniques |
30 |
30 |
60 |
EP 300 |
Employment Preparation |
50 |
50 |
100 |
BIO 200 |
Externship |
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100 |
| Total | 310 | 310 | 720 / 33 |
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