MEDICAL FRONT OFFICE-PATIENT CARE AREAS

PROGRAM INFORMATION

Employment in this field requires good vision, hearing, and the ability to communicate orally.  In addition, the student must have the ability to comprehend and interpret written communication.

A Verification of Completion shall be awarded to the student who completes with a grade of “C” or better the following courses:

Medical Assisting

Course Description Units
MA 60 Introduction to Medical Assisting 2
MA 161 Medical Terminology 3
MA 62 Medical Insurance and Liability 3
CIS 102 Introduction to Microcomputers-Using Microsoft Office 3
SPCH 45 Speech-Communication for Careers 1
 

Total Verification Requirements

 12

Career Opportunities:Upon completion of the program, employment is available in a physician’s office, large HMO, or hospital at an entry level position; i.e., receptionist, insurance clerk, and/or ward clerk.

 Medical Assistant – Lab Technician Skills

A Verification of Completionshall be awarded to the student who completes with a grade of “C” or better the following courses:

Course Description Units
HO 54 Medical Laboratory Skills 1
HO 55 Phlebotomy Procedures 1
MA 161 Medical Terminology 3
SPCH 45 Speech Communication for Careers 1
 

Total Verification Requirements

 6

     

Medical Assistant – Phlebotomist Skills

A Verification of Completion shall be awarded to the student who completes with a grade of “C” or better the following courses:

Course Description Units
HO 55 Phlebotomy Procedures 1
MA 161 Medical Terminology 3
SPCH 45 Speech Communication for Careers 1
 

Total Verification Requirements

 5

 

Medical Assistant – EKG Technician Skills

A Verification of Completion shall be awarded to the student who completes with a grade of “C” or better the following courses:

Course Description Units
HO 53 Electrocardiography 1
MA 161 Medical Terminology 3
SPCH 45 Speech Communication for Careers 1
 

Total Verification Requirements

 5

Career Opportunities: Upon completion of the program, employment is available in a physician’s office, large HMO, or hospital at an entry level position; i.e., receptionist, insurance clerk, and/or ward clerk.