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Medical Assistant

Course Descriptions

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ACC 110  Accounting Concepts/Payroll (2.6 CR.)
A course that introduces the basic concepts of the accounting cycle for a service business. Included are the following: journalization, posting, adjusting and closing entries, worksheets with adjustments, and financial statements, payroll and payroll taxes.
Lecture Credits: 2 -- Lab Credits: 6

CSC 126  Word (2.5 CR.)
This course provides individuals with a basic understanding of word processing utilizing MS Word software. An introduction to the computer is given along with specific detailed instruction in word processing functions such as editing, file management, formatting, and document creation and retrieval. Advanced instruction includes page formats, merge, macros, sort, and document assembly. Students should be able to type 40 wpm before taking the course.
Lecture Credits: 1.3-- Lab Credits: 1.2

ENG 111  Business English I (6 CR.)
This course introduces the student to the study of English grammar essentials as a foundation for effective use in business-related written and oral communication. The classification and correct usage of words, phrases, clauses and functional sentence parts is taught. Emphasis is placed on the application of rules of standard written English.
Lecture Credits: 6 -- Lab Credits: 0

ENG 112 Business English II (6 CR.)
This course is a continuation of Business English I, with special emphasis on the rules of punctuation. Capitalization, end marks, commas, semicolons, apostrophes, and quotations are covered. Practical applications of various types of business letters, memorandums, minutes, and news releases, as well as resumes, cover letters, and job applications, are taught. Emphasis is placed on principles of standard written English and accurate effective format. (Prerequisite: ENG 111)
Lecture Credits: 6 -- Lab Credits: 0

MAT 111  Business Math (Medical) (3.5 CR.)
Introduces basic mathematics skills that would be needed in a business environment. This course covers topics such a decimals; fractions; percents; finding percentages, rates and bases; and maintaining a checking account.
Lecture Credits: 2.0-- Lab Credits: 1.5

MED 101  Intro to Medical Assisting (2 CR.)
An introduction and orientation to the profession of Medical Assisting and Medical Specialties. Topics taught in this unit include: Medical Law and Ethics, Communications, Patient Teaching, Quality Assurance, Problem Solving Techniques, and Time and Stress Management.
Lecture Credits: 2 -- Lab Credits: 0

MED 102  Clinical Procedures I (2 CR.)
Methods of infection control will be emphasized as well as procedures commonly utilized in a physician's office or clinical setting. Instruction will cover: Microbiology, Medical Asepsis/ Infection Control, Universal Precautions, Compliance with State and Federal Regulations, Hepatitis and AIDS, Disinfection and Sterilization, Patient Examination, Vital Signs, Eye and Ear Examinations, and Hot/ Cold Applications
Lecture Credits: 1 -- Lab Credits: 1

MED 103  Clinical Procedures II (3 CR.)
Specialty examination procedures, body mechanics, and ambulation assistant devices are covered in this unit. Specialty examinations include: Pediatrics, Gynecology, Obstetrics, Colon, and Orthopedics. Additional topics include: Administering an EKG, Office Minor Surgery, Preparing a Sterile Field, Oxygen Administration, Pulse Oximetry, Radiology and Employability Skills.
Lecture Credits: 2 -- Lab Credits: 1

MED 104  Clinical Procedures III (2 CR.)
This course provides an understanding of Pharmacology and related usage. Emphasis is placed on: Dosage Calculations, Classification of Drugs, Proper Methods of Administering Injections, Oral Meds, and Topical Meds. Instruction is also given in: Eye and Ear Instillations, Preparing Prescriptions, Administering Tine and Mantoux Tests, and Phoning New and Refill Prescriptions to Pharmacy.
Lecture Credits: 1 -- Lab Credits: 1

MED 105  Clinical Procedures IV (2 CR.)
Instruction is given in First Aid, CPR, and Laboratory Procedures. Laboratory coverage will place emphasis on Specimen Collection and Handling, Phlebotomy, Identification of Bacteria, Urinalysis, CBC, Serological Tests, Urine Drug and Pregnancy Testing, Mono Test, Gonorrhea Testing, Use of the Centrifuge, and Wound and Throat Cultures.
Lecture Credits: 1 -- Lab Credits:1

MED 115   Medical Terminology/ Anatomy and Physiology (10 CR.)
This course is designed to give the student a working knowledge of medical terms and a basic knowledge of anatomy and physiology. Students will learn medical prefixes, suffixes and word roots which can then be used to define most medical terms correctly used. Along with the anatomy and physiology of the body systems, a study is included of disorders, diagnostic tests, categories of medication, and related terms.
Lecture Credits: 10 -- Lab Credits: 0

MED 119   Medical Office Procedures (4CR)
Instruction presented in this course is directly related to the duties that are performed in a medical office setting. A number of subjects are covered extensively including: filing, medical insurance forms preparation, and coding. Additional material includes interpersonal skills needed in the medical office, telephone communications, and professionalism in the interviewing process and on the job.
Lecture Credits: 3 -- Lab Credits: 1

MED 120   Medical Transcription (1.3 CR.)
Medical Machine Transcription is a course that incorporates word processing to transcribe dictated material utilizing a dictaphone and pre-recorded medical tapes. A knowledge of medical terminology and typing is needed in completing a variety of medical documents that include: Histories and Physicals, X-ray Reports, Operative Reports, Pathology Reports, Autopsy Reports, and Discharge Summaries.
Lecture Credits: 0 -- Lab Credits: 1.3

MED 198  Externship (4 CR.)
This externship is a six-week supervised field experience in which the Medical Assistant student gains practical experience in a physician's office of clinic utilizing skills acquired in previous courses. All required courses in the Medical Assistant program must be successfully completed to participate in the externship. The externship coordinator reserves the right to announce minimum course requirements within the medical major courses and further reserves the right to prohibit anyone from participating if minimum standards are not met.
Lecture Credits: 0 -- Lab Credits: 4

SEC 101   Typing I (4 CR.)
Includes basic keyboarding skills as well as preparation of business correspondence, tables, reports, and sample documents. Course is geared toward those who have no typing skill, but those with prior skills can also be accommodated. Speed and accuracy are developed and emphasized.
Lecture Credits: 3 -- Lab Credits: 1

SEC 102   Typing II (4 CR.)
Refines basic keyboarding skills as well as preparation of detailed business correspondence. Course is geared towards those who have basic keyboarding skills and a basic formatting knowledge. (Prerequisite: Typing I)
Lecture Credits: 3 -- Lab Credits: 1

SEC 113   Speedwriting (3 CR)
This course offers instruction in an abbreviated writing system called SuperWrite. It is based primarily on longhand and secondarily on phonetics. Learning SuperWrite is simplified because the alphabet is used rather than special symbols. The goal of the course it to increase the student's speed in making legible notes from dictation and transcribe them into usable form.
Lecture Credits: 2 -- Lab Credits: 1

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