MAST100 — Principles of Medical Assisting
This course is a foundation course for all medical assisting programs (clinical and/or administrative). Topics include medical assisting and other allied health disciplines as a profession, health care settings, communication skills, and coping skills. Emphasis is also placed on professionalism topics including personal traits of the health care professional, work place dynamics, and diversity in healthcare. In addition, basic keyboarding skills and 10 key skills are reviewed and competency is required. Note Must pass with C or better.