Clinical Medical Assistant

Courses

CAR 201: Career Preparation

Credits 4
This course presents to the student information in the behavioral skills necessary to effectively present himself/herself to potential employers with confidence and professionalism. The student will also have acquired skills which enable him/her to maintain a position. The student will be presented with the skills and tasks of preparing personal resumes, letters of application, thank you letters, and employment applications. Interviewing and job search techniques are also studied.

CAX 201: Clinical Medical Assistant Externship

Credits 5
The Clinical Medical Assistant externship is a capstone course that is taken in the last quarter of the student’s training. The student will complete 160 hours at an externship site with the goal of applying classroom skills to a real-world environment. The externship is designed to integrate the classroom training and transform it into hands-on application, creating on-the-job experiences.

CLP 202: Clinical Laboratory Procedures

Credits 3
This course is designed to introduce the student to the clinical laboratory including urinalysis, phlebotomy, hematology, chemistry, serology, and medical microbiology. Focus will be placed on specimen collection, handling, testing, and selected examinations. The student must achieve a minimum of a “C” grade or repeat the course.

CMP 101: English Composition

Credits 4

This course is designed to expand the student’s abilities in written communications. Principles of composition are developed through writing and revising various types of communications. Emphasis is placed on construction and composition, including word usage, grammar, and sentence analysis.

CMP 203: Clinical Medical Procedures

Credits 3
This course is designed to introduce the student to additional clinical skills including administration of medications, assisting with minor office surgery, cardiopulmonary and emergency procedures, and selected examinations. The student must achieve a minimum of a “C” grade or repeat the course.

COM 101: Effective Communication

Credits 4
This course is designed to focus on the fundamentals of effective oral communication and the application of the fundamental principles of public speaking. The textbook, lectures, speaking assignments and all written work will acquaint the student with the basic theory and practice of public speaking.

CUR 101: Current Events

Credits 4
This course will cover the current issues affecting our lives today. World, National, and Local news, including areas of economics, political science, government, pop culture, and sports will be discussed. This will be presented with an emphasis placed on how it impacts today’s society.

ITC 101: Introduction to Computers

Credits 4
This course is an introductory course designed to teach students fundamental computer concepts. Students will learn basic computer operations, computer terminology, and basic concepts. Students will receive an overview of various software applications including word processing, spreadsheet, and presentation applications.

LOG 201: Logic and Critical Thinking

Credits 4
This course is designed to teach the practical application of skills necessary to analyze a problem, determine the solutions and options available, and weigh the pros and cons of each to reach a workable solution.

PSY 201: Psychology

Credits 4

Students will explore basic psychological principles and will learn terminology and concepts that psychologists use to explain behavior and mental processes. This course applies the study of psychology to real life situations such as work, school, relationships, and personal well-being.

RAW 101: Research and Writing

Credits 4
This course is designed to introduce students to basic research principles and the relationship to effective and valid writing skills. Emphasis will be placed upon a fundamental understanding of MLA and APA writing formats.

SSS 101: Student Success Strategies

Credits 4
This course is designed to present to the student the various skills and techniques that can be employed to achieve academic, interpersonal, and professional success. At the completion of the course, the student will have been introduced to study and test-taking techniques, interpersonal skills, stress management, time management, and motivation.