MATC121 — Clinical Medical Assistant Principles
MATC 121 - Clinical Medical Assistant Principles MATC 121 - Clinical Medical Assistant Principles (5,4) 7 Credits Students must achieve a grade of C (75%) or better in MATC 121 to advance in the Medical Assistant Program. This course is designed to offer the student the necessary clinical theory and lab practice to become a competent medical assistant in an entry-level position. Basic clinical skills covered in this course include vital signs and patient interview; infection control and medical asepsis; surgical asepsis; surgical supplies, instruments and assisting with surgical procedures; assisting with a primary physical exam and other specialty exams; assisting in the clinical laboratory and with the analysis of urine, blood, and other body specimens; and performing dosage calculations and medication administration. Course link
Prerequisites: MATC111, BIOL120, HLTH150, ENGL111