Medical Assisting, AS

Program Description

The Medical Assisting Program provides students with a general education core complemented by focused medical assisting career courses in preparation for employment in the health care field. As multi-skilled practitioners, there are career positions available in medical offices, hospitals, hospice care, laboratories, ambulatory care centers, health insurance companies, and more. The program provides the student the opportunity to have a broader perspective and prepare for further educational opportunities in acquired clinical and administrative knowledge, skills, laboratory, and administrative careers during practicum/externship.

Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion of all program requirements, graduates will be able to:

1. Apply for a national medical assisting certification examination
2. Perform all medical assisting skills at entry level competency
3. Become a professional collaborative member of the health care team delivering safe quality care
4. Obtain strong oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills
5. Use Critical thinking skills for handling issues related to effective patient care
6. Develop social skills, respect, and empathy appropriate for dealing with patients from a variety of backgrounds and cultures
7. Develop business skills for gathering and updating data accurately across a range of data management systems

This is not a selective admissions program; however, students must meet course prerequisite requirements to progress in the program. Students must obtain a grade of ‘C’ or higher in all MDAS courses.

This program may help prepare students for stackable credentials. With additional experience and/or coursework, students may qualify to take a variety of certification exams.

Degree Requirements

Total Credits: 60-62

• Medical Assisting Certificate