CERTIFIED MEDICAL ASSISTANT
This course is designed to prepare students to provide routine administrative and clinical tasks to keep physician offices and other healthcare facilities organized. Students attending this program will be required to complete a total of 900 hours of coursework and pass all three examinations. Graduates of this program will be well-skilled in General, administrative, clinical, technical, and professional procedures related to medical assisting.
Course Topics Covered:
Introduction to Medical Assisting and Health Professions
The Therapeutic Approach
Responsible Medical Practice
Responsible Medical Practice
Medical Terminology, Anatomy, and Physiology
Integrated Administrative Procedures
Managing Facility Finances
Quickbooks
Integrated Clinical Procedures
Assisting with Specialty Examinations and Procedures
Advanced Techniques and Procedures
Laboratory Procedures
Grammar and Sentence Structure
Correspondence
Technical and Business Writing
Computer Concepts and Keyboarding
The Medical Assistant as Clinical Manager
The Medical Assistant as Human Resources
Entry Into the Profession
Test Preparation
Internship (200 hrs.)
Occupations Leading:
Medical Assistant
EKG Technician
Phlebotomist
Medical Secretary/ Receptionist
Medical Office Clerk
Application Requirements:
In order for your meeting to be more successful with your advisor it is recommended that you bring the following documents on your scheduled visit:
Federal Photo ID
Social Security Card
High School Diploma or GED*
Updated Resume (if applicable)
* If you do not have a High School Diploma or GED, you are still able to register for classes at Clinton Institute by passing the entrance test, however, your options for financial assistance may become limited.