Medical Assisting, Technical Certificate

OTHER INSTITUTIONAL REQUIREMENTS

• IVYT 1XX - Student Success Elective CREDIT HOURS MIN: 1
• MEAS 260 - Medical Assisting Externship CREDIT HOURS MIN: 5

PROGRAM SPECIFIC CORE

• APHY 101 - Anatomy and Physiology I CREDIT HOURS MIN: 3 #
• APHY 102 - Anatomy and Physiology II CREDIT HOURS MIN: 3
• HLHS 101 - Medical Terminology CREDIT HOURS MIN: 3 #
• MEAS 109 - The Professional Medical Assistant CREDIT HOURS MIN: 3
• MEAS 110 - Introduction to Clinical Practice CREDIT HOURS MIN: 3
• MEAS 137 - Outpatient Insurance and Basic Coding CREDIT HOURS MIN: 3
• MEAS 209 - Electronic Administrative Practices CREDIT HOURS MIN: 3
• MEAS 218 - Pharmacology CREDIT HOURS MIN: 3
• MEAS 219 - Medical Assisting Laboratory Technique CREDIT HOURS MIN: 3
• MEAS 238 - Clinical I CREDIT HOURS MIN: 3
• MEAS 239 - Clinical II CREDIT HOURS MIN: 3

TOTAL CREDITS: 39

SYMBOL KEY

# Courses must be successfully completed before admittance to the program

^Capstone Course

DEGREE OUTCOMES

• Identify the structural hierarchy and organization of the human body and its relevance to health and disease. 
• Explain basic nutrition principles, healthy dietary habits, and the relationship between nutrition and health conditions to promote patient wellness.
• Perform clinical procedures such as vital sign measurement, venipuncture, specimen collection, EKG administration, injections, and telehealth support in accordance with infection control, patient safety, and professional standards.
• Interpret mathematical data and healthcare information to calculate medication dosages, manage billing and coding, and ensure accuracy in healthcare documentation.
• Assess patient interactions and communication by applying psychological and behavioral theories to support emotional well-being, stress management, and effective communication in healthcare settings.
• Develop professional written and verbal communication that demonstrates proficiency in English grammar, empathy, and therapeutic dialogue appropriate for healthcare and professional environments.