The Medical Assisting Clinical program is designed to prepare current and future employees for the fast-paced changes encountered in the health care industry, and to help develop training, skills and attitudes necessary to excel in medical assisting. College students are provided the opportunity to gain medical assisting training skills to help physicians and focus on performance of clinical duties. This medical assisting clinical program is appropriate for entry-level positions in doctor’s offices, hospitals, home health agencies, and other allied health organizations.

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Medical Assisting Clinical Program Curriculum

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The 14 content areas are directly linked to the core competencies required for success at the entry level in the health care industry as a Registered Medical Assistant. Curriculum can vary upon degree option.

• Medical Terminology

• Business Communication

• Medical Office Management & Administration

• Anatomy & Physiology

• Allied Health Office Procedures & Administration

• Electronic Medical Records & Reimbursement

• Medical Dictation

• Phlebotomy

• Pharmacology

• Pathophysiology

• Laboratory & Exam Room Procedures

• Cardiac Monitoring Procedures

• Medical Law and Ethics/Exam Review

• Internship

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General Education Requirements*

• Computer Applications*

• Public Speaking*

• Critical Thinking*

• General English*

• Composition*

• College Math*

• Principles of Psychology*