Medical Assistant Training, Certificate of Completion

The Medical Assistant Training Program consists of three courses (MA IA, MA IB, and MA II). These courses include content related to front office administrative duties, back office clinical duties, and job readiness skills of a Medical Assistant. The program prepares students to work as entry-level medical assistants in medical offices or clinics.

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  1. Medical Assistant IA: Administrative and Clinical Skills Part 1| AHV NC005 First of a two-part course that prepares students for entry-level Medical Assisting. The Administrative (Front Office) component includes HIPAA including legal regulations, medical records, patient reception, and appointment scheduling. Clinical (Back Office) instruction includes infection control, vital signs, diagnostic tests, assisting with primary/family and specialties (surgery, OB/GYN, and pediatrics).

  2. Medical Assistant 1B: Administrative and Clinical Skills Part Two|AHV NC006 Second of a two-part course that prepares students to work as entry-level Medical Assistants. The Administrative (Front Office) component includes HIPAA and other legal regulations, medical records, patient reception, and appointment scheduling. Clinical (Back Office) instruction includes infection control, vital signs, diagnostic tests, and assisting with primary/family and specialties (surgery, OB/GYN, and pediatrics).

  3. Integrating the Worksite Environment|AHV NC009 3rd of the 3-course Medical Assistant Training Program that enhances student development by integrating MA Scope of Practice skills into a hands-on practicum. A Job Developer supports engagement of the students' hands-on assignment at a local medical provider worksite through an externship of 100-120 hours, as recommended by area employers. An awareness of cross-cultural care and communication is emphasized as a necessary component to serve cultural

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