Medical Assisting Procedures Laboratory

Permission Required:

No

Distribution:

Medical Assisting Technology (Technical Credit)

Prerequisite:

(HSC0530 and HSC0003 and HIM0450 and HIM0434 and MEA0530)

Corequisite Narrative:

MEA0002

Credits:

10.60 Credits

Course Description:

This course is designed to provide practical laboratory support for concepts covered in MEA 0002 Medical Procedures Theory following the Florida Department of Education (FDOE) Student Performance Standards and to provide knowledge and practice necessary for successful completion of a Medical Assistant (MA) certification examination and employment as a Certified Medical Assistant (CMA). The course includes 318 lab hours to prepare students for future clinical experiences.