23204 / 23205 - Fundamentals of Medical Assisting-Lab

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The Fundamentals of Medical Assisting course should be taken simultaneously or consecutively with this course. Skills learned in the courses include Medical Assisting (front and back office), Health Care Provider CPR and First Responder training. Instruction with Medical Assisting practices will include the opportunity to learn from health care providers in the community. Students enrolled in the Medical Assisting section will spend 45-50 clinical hours observing and/or volunteering in Medical Assisting within a health care organization. Career & Technical Student Organization (CTSO) competencies will also be integrated into the program. Dual credit may be obtained from the Maricopa Community College system for this program at high schools offering this option. Successful completion of the program may qualify students to receive the Mastery of Subject Area Graduation Endorsement. Students are encouraged to work with their program teachers to determine eligibility.

Credits: 1
1 Elective Credit
Course Fees  

Consumable Fee 20

Prerequisites
Fundamentals of Medical Assisting Due to limited capacity, high demand and requirements for this program, student enrollment will be based on the following criteria: Minimum course grade of 80% achieved in Medical Science, acceptable attendance history (< 3 unexcused absences in any prior course). Ability to pay for and obtain background check. Ability to provide own transportation