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MDA

11 courses with the subject MDA, each shown exactly as we captured it from the college's catalog, with every element we hold. Where the wording looks broken, that is our reading of the catalog, not the college's text.

MDA 100Introduction to Medical Assisting1

credits 1 Introduces the student to the medical practice environment. Stresses the responsibilities of the humanistic approach in the rendering of health care. Lecture Hour(s): 1 Total Hours Per Week: 1

Subject
MDA
Credits (min)
1
Credits (max)
1
Credit unit
Hour(s)
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
2026-2027 Catalog & Student Handbook
Source
catalog.es.vccs.edu
MDA 101Medical Assistant Science I5

credits 5 Provides an in-depth study of medical terminology, anatomy and physiology, and pathology for the medical assistant. Focuses on clinical application and decision-making in the health environment. Lecture Hour(s): 4 Laboratory Hour(s): 2 Total Hours Per Week: 6

Subject
MDA
Credits (min)
5
Credits (max)
5
Credit unit
credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
2026-2027 Catalog & Student Handbook
Source
catalog.es.vccs.edu
MDA 102Medical Assistant Science II2

credits 2 Prepares students to perform patient care procedures including but not limited to respiratory care procedures, basic nursing arts, equipment maintenance, and patient teaching. Lecture Hour(s): 1 Laboratory Hour(s): 3 Total Hours Per Week: 4

Subject
MDA
Credits (min)
2
Credits (max)
2
Credit unit
credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
2026-2027 Catalog & Student Handbook
Source
catalog.es.vccs.edu
MDA 103Medical Assistant Science III2

credits 2 Prepares students to perform clinical assistant skills and emergency care procedures and to meet the state requirements for licensure in radiography. Lecture Hour(s): 1 Laboratory Hour(s): 3 Total Hours Per Week: 4

Subject
MDA
Credits (min)
2
Credits (max)
2
Credit unit
credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
2026-2027 Catalog & Student Handbook
Source
catalog.es.vccs.edu
MDA 104Medical Assistant Science IV3

credits 3 Prepares students to perform diagnostic tests and assist with physical examinations including ECG administration, basic pulmonary function, testing, catheterization and assisting with minor surgery including sterilization. Lecture Hour(s): 2 Laboratory Hour(s): 3 Total Hours Per Week: 5

Subject
MDA
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
Hour(s)
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
2026-2027 Catalog & Student Handbook
Source
catalog.es.vccs.edu
MDA 196On-Site Training2

credits 2 Specializes in career orientation and training program without pay in selected businesses and industry, supervised and coordinated by the college. Variable Hours: Yes

Subject
MDA
Credits (min)
2
Credits (max)
2
Credit unit
credits
Type
course
Repeatable
May be repeated for credit.
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
2026-2027 Catalog & Student Handbook
Source
catalog.es.vccs.edu
MDA 203Medical Office Procedures3

credits 3 Instructs the student in the practice of the management of medical offices in areas such as receptionist duties, telephone techniques, appointment scheduling, verbal and written communications, medical and non-medical record management. Explains library and editorial duties, inventory, care of equipment and supplies, security, office maintenance, management responsibilities, placement, and professional ethics and professionalism. Lecture Hour(s): 2 Laboratory Hour(s): 3 Total Hours Per Week: 5

Subject
MDA
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
Hour(s)
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
2026-2027 Catalog & Student Handbook
Source
catalog.es.vccs.edu
MDA 207Medical Law and Ethics2

credits 2 Instructs the student in the legal relationship of the physician, patient, and medical assistant; professional liabilities, Medical Practice Acts, professional attitudes and behavior and the types of medical practice. Also includes a basic history of medicine. Lecture Hour(s): 2

Subject
MDA
Credits (min)
2
Credits (max)
2
Credit unit
Hour(s)
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
2026-2027 Catalog & Student Handbook
Source
catalog.es.vccs.edu
MDA 210Medical Office Software Applications1

credits 1 Instructs the students in the use of software in the medical office including billing, scheduling appointment and patient records. Laboratory Hour(s): 2

Subject
MDA
Credits (min)
1
Credits (max)
1
Credit unit
credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
2026-2027 Catalog & Student Handbook
Source
catalog.es.vccs.edu
MDA 221Diagnostic Laboratory Procedures4

credits 4 Instructs the student in the practice of laboratory procedures commonly performed in a physician’s office. Includes the use and care of equipment and supplies, the processing of reports and requisitions, terminology, and the safety of patient and student. Includes urinalysis and hematology testing. Lecture Hour(s): 3 Laboratory Hour(s): 3 Total Hours Per Week: 6

Subject
MDA
Credits (min)
4
Credits (max)
4
Credit unit
credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
2026-2027 Catalog & Student Handbook
Source
catalog.es.vccs.edu
MDA 290Coordinated Internship3

credits 3 Supervises on-the-job training in selected business, industrial or service firms coordinated by the college. Variable Hours: 1-5

Subject
MDA
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
credits
Type
course
Repeatable
May be repeated for credit.
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
2026-2027 Catalog & Student Handbook
Source
catalog.es.vccs.edu

Source: Eastern Shore Community College's catalog, linked per course · table learning_unit · CourseShelf publish 59