School Catalog

MA110

MA111

MA112

MA113

MA114

MA115

MA116

MA117

VA 22305-3085

MA110

MA110 introduces learners to the healthcare industry and the role of the medical assistant, including scope of practice, professional organizations, and the history of medicine. Emphasis is placed on therapeutic communication, medical law, HIPAA, licensing, malpractice prevention, and professional development. Learners also study surface anatomy, body planes and cavities, blood pressure physiology and essential hypertension, acid-base balance, medical terminology, and accurate documentation using electronic health records (EHR). The course includes hands-on laboratory instruction focused on safety and core clinical skills. Learners practice vital sign assessment, Korotkoff phases, pulse oximetry, height and weight measurement with unit conversions, phlebotomy, capillary punctures, EKG procedures, and administration of intramuscular, subcutaneous, and intradermal injections. Emphasis is placed on safe handling of blood and body fluids, effective communication, and use of computer systems in the medical environment

MA111

MA111 introduces learners to pharmacology principles, including medication dosage calculations and administration via parenteral, oral, transdermal, inhalation, instillation, and topical routes. Learners apply dosage calculation formulas and study anatomy and physiology of the immune, integumentary, and musculoskeletal systems. Instruction includes assisting with physical examinations through proper patient positioning, privacy, and preparation of instruments and supplies, as well as explaining pre-, intra-, and post-assessment procedures. Learners also gain entry-level knowledge of diagnostic imaging, microbiology concepts such as bacterial structures, staining characteristics, oxygen requirements, and common bacterial diseases, and therapeutic modalities used in orthopedic medicine. Emphasis is placed on medical terminology, communication best practices, and career development skills. The laboratory component reinforces theory through hands-on practice. Learners perform medication calculations, assist with examinations, conduct CLIA-waived microbiology tests, and apply orthopedic therapeutic modalities. Core medical assisting skills practiced throughout the course include administering intramuscular (IM), subcutaneous (SC), and intradermal (ID) injections; performing phlebotomy and capillary punctures; and operating EKG equipment

MA112

MA112 focuses on the medical assistant’s role in maintaining Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) standards while developing knowledge of anatomy and physiology, pathology, treatment procedures, and disease prevention related to the cardiac, pulmonary, and gastrointestinal systems. Learners are introduced to principles of electrocardiography and common diagnostic procedures, including EKG assessment, angiography, cardiac catheterization, Doppler ultrasound, peak flow measurement, and spirometry. Instruction also covers infection control, medical asepsis, the chain of infection, and handwashing within the context of the body’s inflammatory response. Learners review CLIA-waived tests for common gastrointestinal disorders, develop dietary plans for special populations, practice medical terminology, document in electronic health records (EHR), and build career development and communication skills. The laboratory component emphasizes hands-on application of theory within the medical assistant’s scope of practice. Learners practice diagnostic and monitoring procedures, apply infection control techniques, perform CLIA-waived testing, and develop dietary plans for pregnancy and lactation, epilepsy, HIV/AIDS, and cancer. Core medical assisting skills reinforced throughout the course include administering intramuscular (IM), subcutaneous (SC), and intradermal (ID) injections; performing phlebotomy and capillary punctures; and operating EKG equipment

MA113

MA113 prepares learners for the medical assistant’s role in supporting primary care providers during physical examinations and clinical procedures related to the nervous (central and peripheral), sensory (eyes, ears, nose, and throat), and endocrine systems. Instruction includes anatomy and physiology, pathology, diagnostic and treatment procedures, and disease prevention for these body systems. Learners examine patient care principles for adult and pediatric phlebotomy, including equipment selection, venipuncture, capillary blood collection, and maintenance of the chain of custody. Common laboratory tests and their clinical significance are introduced, including Complete Blood Count (CBC), Serum Electrolytes and Chemistry (SMA7), Erythrocyte Sedimentation Rate (ESR), Prothrombin Time (PT/INR), Partial Thromboplastin Time (PTT), and ABO blood groups. The course integrates hands-on laboratory experiences that reinforce theory within the medical assistant’s scope of practice. Learners assist with patient assessments, perform adult and pediatric phlebotomy and capillary punctures, administer intramuscular (IM), subcutaneous (SC), and intradermal (ID) injections, and operate EKG equipment. Emphasis is placed on accurate documentation using laboratory forms and electronic health records (EHR), effective communication, and professional development skills related to career readiness and employability

MA114

MA114 prepares learners for the medical assistant’s role in assisting with minor surgical procedures in the clinical setting. Instruction includes identification of surgical instruments, principles of surgical asepsis, sterile tray setup, and pre- and post-operative patient care instructions. Learners study anatomy and physiology, pathology, treatment procedures, and disease prevention related to the male and female reproductive systems and the urinary system. Additional content covers pediatric growth and development, anthropometrics, and common diseases affecting patients from newborn through adolescence, as well as stages of life and the effects of aging on multiple body systems. Learners also practice medical terminology and electronic health record (EHR) documentation, and develop communication and career-readiness skills. The laboratory component emphasizes hands-on application of minor surgical assisting skills within the medical assistant’s scope of practice. Learners demonstrate surgical asepsis, assist with minor procedures, perform pediatric anthropometric measurements, and conduct CLIA-waived tests for common urinary and reproductive disorders. Core medical assisting competencies reinforced throughout the course include administering intramuscular (IM), subcutaneous (SC), and intradermal (ID) injections; performing phlebotomy and capillary punctures; and operating EKG equipment

MA115

MA115 prepares learners for the medical assistant’s role in supporting the administrative and business operations of a medical practice. Instruction focuses on ethical and compliant appointment scheduling, patient communication, insurance processing, medical billing, and financial procedures. Learners apply diagnostic and procedural coding systems (ICD-10-CM, CPT, HCPCS) to document medical necessity and ensure accurate reimbursement. Additional topics include insurance verification, referrals, claims submission, accounts receivable, bookkeeping, cash flow management, and an overview of domestic and global healthcare systems. Professionalism, telephone etiquette, patient-centered communication, and career readiness are emphasized throughout the course. The laboratory component provides hands-on practice with front office and administrative tasks essential to a modern medical practice. Learners perform patient record processing, medical record management, appointment scheduling, insurance verification, billing and coding, telephone communication, and financial transactions including claims, payments, and collections. Core medical assisting skills reinforced throughout the course include administering intramuscular (IM), subcutaneous (SC), and intradermal (ID) injections; performing phlebotomy and capillary punctures; and operating EKG equipment

MA116

MA116 prepares learners for the essential clinical and administrative duties of the medical assistant through a focus on patient care, communication, safety, and professionalism. Learners develop competencies in patient preparation, general physical examination support, facility operations, culturally responsive care, and effective use of medical terminology and patient education techniques. Additional content includes rehabilitative care, mobility aids, physical therapy coordination, clinical laboratory procedures, CLIA regulations, specimen handling, documentation, workplace safety, emergency preparedness, first aid response, and ethical decision-making. Learners also practice documenting in electronic health records (EHR) and build career readiness through professional communication and job search strategies. The laboratory component emphasizes hands-on application of clinical and administrative skills within the medical assistant’s scope of practice. Learners assist with examinations, prepare and transfer patients, deliver patient education, demonstrate use of assistive devices, and apply infection control and safety standards, including CLIA and Safety Data Sheets (SDS). Practical skills include vital sign assessment, administering intramuscular (IM), subcutaneous (SC), and intradermal (ID) injections, performing venipuncture and capillary punctures, operating EKG equipment, collecting specimens, and responding to emergencies while demonstrating professionalism and cultural sensitivity

MA117

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