Medical Assisting (MEDAS)

First clinical course preparing future medical assistants in medical laboratory, physical examination, vital signs, EKGs, microbiology, procedural asepsis, suture removal, basic rehabilitation, eye and ear treatments, and basic nutrition. (Formerly 2740:135)

Theory and practice in administrative medical assisting competencies such as legal and ethical concepts, medical front-office responsibilities, and financial administration.

Prerequisite: MEDAS 135. The second medical assisting clinical course covers theory and practice of POL laboratory tests, medication administration, minor office surgery, venipuncture, emergent services, and radiography principles. (Formerly 2740:235)

Prerequisites: Permission of the clinical educator and the program director. The practicum work experience will allow the student to have direct practice experience. This class also prepares students for their national certification exam. The accrediting body requires a minimum of 160 hours. (Formerly 2740:246)