The Medical Assisting - Diploma Program equips students with essential skills for roles in health care administration and clinical procedures.
- Skills Taught:
- Clinical procedures assistance
- Laboratory procedures
- Administrative tasks like scheduling appointments and billing
- Medical terminology
- Confidentiality/HIPAA training
- Ethical and legal issues in patient care
- Electrocardiography
- Medication administration
- Basic administrative office procedures
- Program Features:
- Prepares students for diverse health care roles
- Pathway to pursue an Associate in Applied Science Degree in Medical Assisting
- Eligibility for the American Association of Medical Assistants’ Certification Examination
- Employment opportunities in various health care settings
- Outcomes:
- 100% exam pass rate for the 2020 cohort
- Accreditation by CAAHEP, recommended by MAERB
The program length for the Medical Assisting - Diploma (D45400) program at Brunswick Community College is as follows:
- Fall Semester #1: 17 credits
- Spring Semester #1: 18 credits
- Summer Semester #1: 7 credits
Please note that these are the credit requirements for each semester of the program.
Brunswick Community College is a public, nonprofit educational institution under the control of a board of trustees. Established in 1979, the college provides quality, accessible, and student-centered programs and services to meet the diverse needs of its community, focusing on education, cultural enrichment, and workforce development.
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