Certificate of Achievement
Career/Technical (Major Code: 02322)

Prepares students for an entry level career in medical assisting with a clinical emphasis. Students gain an understanding of basic medical terminology, anatomy, physiology, pathology, medical assisting clinical procedures including obtaining vital signs, preparing patients for and assisting with examinations and procedures, infection control, laboratory and diagnostic tests, venipuncture (blood drawing) and immunization administration. Graduates of the Medical Assisting – Clinical certificate program are prepared for employment in a variety of medical and healthcare settings.

Program Student Learning Outcomes

• Student will read patient charts and determine proper procedures to be followed in processing of the chart.
• Student will analyze a medical record and discuss the contents with the medical professional to process paper work properly.
• Student will demonstrate the ability to draw blood with precision in a timely manner.
• Student will apply personal skills, positive attitudes, cultural awareness, professional medical ethics, and learned front and back office practice proficiently with health professionals and patients within the medical setting.

Gainful Employment

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Students who complete this program will have acquired the necessary analytical tools to successfully secure gainful employment in the field of study.

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