Program Overview

Medical Assistant Certificate Program

The Medical Assistant Certificate Program is designed to provide students with the knowledge, skills, and techniques necessary to function in a clinical office setting. The program requires completion of a practicum and satisfies the requirements for industry-specific certifications examinations.

College and Program Learning Objectives

The program learning objectives are not explicitly stated in the provided context. However, the course requirements and descriptions suggest that the program aims to provide students with a solid foundation in medical terminology, clinical and surgical office procedures, medical office administration, and medical emergencies.

Course Requirements

The program consists of the following courses:

• HEA2200 Medical Terminology (3 Credits): Provides a solid foundation and understanding of the medical language used by healthcare professionals.
• MED1100 Clinical and Surgical Office Procedures (3 Credits): Students learn the skills needed to function in a clinical office setting, including patient relations, laboratory procedures, and safety.
  • Prerequisites or Corequisites: HEA2200, SCI2100
• MED1120 Medical Office Administration (3 Credits): Introduction to the healthcare industry and the medical assistant profession, emphasizing patient relations and efficient procedures.
• MED1130 Medical Emergencies and Electrocardiography (3 Credits): Introduction to the anatomy and physiology of the cardiac system, including electrocardiogram (EKG) procedures and response to common emergency situations.
  • Prerequisites or Corequisites: HEA2200, SCI1100
• MED1140 Specimen Collection and Procedures (3 Credits): Students learn laboratory procedures, specimen collection, and Point of Care Testing (PoCT).
  • Prerequisites or Corequisites: HEA2200, SCI2100
• MED1160 Principles of Pharmacology and Human Diseases (3 Credits): Basic principles of pharmacology and human pathophysiology, including medication administration and therapeutic effects.
  • Prerequisites or Corequisites: HEA2200, SCI2100
• MED2280 Medical Assistant Capstone and Practicum (6 Credits): Integrates knowledge, skills, and techniques learned throughout the program, including a 165-hour hands-on work experience in a supervised ambulatory healthcare environment.
  • Prerequisite or Corequisite: HEA2200, SCI2100, or departmental permission

Liberal Arts and Science Core Courses

The program includes the following liberal arts and science core courses:

• SCI1100 Anatomy and Physiology I (3 Credits): Study of the structure, function, and pathology of the human body, including the musculoskeletal, digestive, nervous, and integumentary systems.
• SCI2100 Anatomy and Physiology II (3 Credits): Study of the structure, function, and pathology of the human body, including the cardiovascular, respiratory, urinary, endocrine, lymphatic, and reproductive systems.
• SOC2225 Introduction to Psychology (3 Credits): Explores the basic principles of psychology and their direct application to individuals' thoughts and behaviors.

Additional Program Information

• The program requires completion of a practicum.
• Prior to participating in the practicum, students must satisfy all practicum clearance requirements, which may include a physical assessment, immunization requirements, criminal background check, and drug screenings.
• Students must meet the minimum passing grade requirements for certain courses.

Program Costs

Information about program costs, including tuition, fees, books, and supplies, is available.

Professional Licensure & Certification

Information about professional licensure and/or certification requirements for this program is available.

Graduation Requirements

33 semester credit hours are required for graduation.