MEDA

Subject

MEDA

Type

course

Edition

2020-2021

Source

cwc.smartcatalogiq.com

Subject

MEDA

Type

course

Edition

2020-2021

Source

cwc.smartcatalogiq.com

This course introduces the student to the theoretical concepts and practical applications associated with the clinical role of a medical assistant. Classroom and laboratory activities provide the student with the necessary knowledge and skills to assist licensed healthcare providers with routine and emergent care of patients in ambulatory care. Procedural skills associated with specialty practices will be explored. The student will demonstrate exam room preparation, patient intake and screening, measuring vital signs, and documenting patient information. Components of a patient examination are covered. Instruction includes key aspects of effective communication and patient interaction. Emphasis is placed on patient confidentiality, legal scope of practice, and ethical behavior. (1.5 lect., 3 lab)

Subject

MEDA

Credits (min)

3

Credits (max)

3

Credit unit

credits

Type

course

Edition

2027-2028

Source

cwc.smartcatalogiq.com

A continuation of MEDA-1520, this course provides the student with more advanced theoretical concepts and skills associated with the clinical role of a medical assistant. Emphasis is on respiratory testing, electrocardiography procedures, assisting with minor surgical procedures, and sterile technique. Other topics include patient education and health promotion. Prerequisite: Completion of MEDA-1520. (1.5 lect., 3 lab)

Subject

MEDA

Credits (min)

3

Credits (max)

3

Credit unit

credits

Type

course

Edition

2027-2028

Source

cwc.smartcatalogiq.com

This course introduces the principles of pharmacology related to the role of the medical assistant. Emphasis is placed on the correlation of drug therapy and pathophysiologic conditions, patient education regarding medications, and researching drugs using a drug reference. Instruction includes the usage, action, side effects, and contraindications of drugs commonly administered in ambulatory care. Routes of administration and the preparation and administration of medications using proper technique will be studied. Also covered are legal and ethical considerations related to the administration of drugs. Prerequisite: Completion of MEDA-1520. (1.5 lect., 3 lab)

Subject

MEDA

Credits (min)

3

Credits (max)

3

Credit unit

credits

Type

course

Edition

2027-2028

Source

cwc.smartcatalogiq.com

Subject

MEDA

Type

course

Edition

2020-2021

Source

cwc.smartcatalogiq.com

This course introduces the student to the theoretical concepts and practical applications associated with the clinical and laboratory responsibilities of the medical assistant. Online coursework provides the student with the knowledge and skills needed to assist healthcare providers with routine and emergent care of patients in ambulatory care settings. Topics include the principles of confidentiality, scope of practice, specialty practices, standard precautions, infection prevention and control, medical lab practice, specimen collection, diagnostic testing, and documentation. This course is for students enrolled in the Medical Assistant Apprenticeship Program. Instructor permission is required. The student must maintain employment at an affiliated healthcare agency throughout enrollment in the course. (4 lect.)

Subject

MEDA

Credits (min)

4

Credits (max)

4

Credit unit

credits

Type

course

Edition

2025-2026

Source

www.cwc.edu

This course provides the student with advanced theoretical concepts and skills associated with the clinical role of a medical assistant. Emphasis is on medication administration, cardiopulmonary testing, sterile technique, wound care, patient education, and health promotion. This course is for students enrolled in the Medical Assistant Apprenticeship Program. Instructor permission is required. The student must be employed by an affiliated healthcare agency throughout enrollment in the course. (4 lect.)

Subject

MEDA

Credits (min)

4

Credits (max)

4

Credit unit

credits

Type

course

Edition

2025-2026

Source

www.cwc.edu

This course introduces the student to laboratory tests and procedures routinely performed in ambulatory care. Topics include the fundamental principles of medical lab practice, disposal of biohazardous materials, specimen collection, handling samples, diagnostic testing, documentation, quality assurance, and patient safety measures. Also included is basic life-support training. Completion of the required number of unaided venipuncture and capillary collections qualifies the student to take the phlebotomy technician certification examination administered by the National Center for Competency Testing. (1.5 lect., 3 lab)

Subject

MEDA

Credits (min)

3

Credits (max)

3

Credit unit

credits

Type

course

Edition

2027-2028

Source

cwc.smartcatalogiq.com

This practicum course provides the opportunity to apply the concepts and principles learned in the classroom and laboratory to a real-world work environment. The student is required to complete 160 hours at a partnering healthcare agency. This clinical learning experience allows the student to practice and demonstrate skills and competencies under the supervision of a qualified preceptor. A weekly on-campus seminar is designed to assist the student in transitioning to the professional workplace. Preparation for the certifying examination and assessment of job readiness are emphasized. Successful completion of the course qualifies the student to take the National Certified Medical Assistant examination. Prerequisite: Completion of MEDA-1520. (1 lect., 12 practicum)

Subject

MEDA

Credits (min)

5

Credits (max)

5

Credit unit

credits

Type

course

Edition

2027-2028

Source

cwc.smartcatalogiq.com

Subject

MEDA

Type

course

Edition

2021-2022

Source

cwc.smartcatalogiq.com