Medical Assisting Courses

Course Code Title & Description Credits Schedule
MED 101

Introduction to Medical Assisting

In this course, students will be introduced to the field of medical assisting and the healthcare team. Students will explore the role of the medical assistant, including professionalism, duties, responsibilities, and medical specialties. Students will also learn effective communication, medical law and ethics, and compliance and regulatory issues a...

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MED 104

Medical Assistant Math and Pharmacology

In this course, students will review basic math, learn how to safely calculate drug dosages, and administer medications by oral, injectable, and other routes. Students will also learn the classifications of drugs, the top medications in those categories, and relevant dietary requirements for specific patients. Level I Prerequisite: Academic Reading...

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MED 112

Medical Assistant Administrative I

In this course, students are introduced to the basic administrative procedures performed in an ambulatory setting. Students will also be introduced to the administrative use of the medical record. Also included are professional communications and behaviors, patient reception, office equipment, ethical and legal standards, and the office environment...

(2 Credits) View Schedule
MED 114

Medical Assistant Lab I

In this course, students will be introduced to medical office practices, patient intake, screening measures and vital signs, infection control measures, and assisting the provider during examinations. There will also be a review of medical terms as well as basic anatomy and physiology of body systems throughout this course. Students must complete t...

(3 Credits) View Schedule
MED 116

Insurance Billing and Coding Basics for the Medical Assistant

In this introductory course, students identify insurance coverage appropriately and accurately, complete insurance forms and become familiar with billing procedures. Students will be introduced to a variety of medical insurers including Medicare, Medicaid, Blue Cross/Blue Shield, Tricare, and CHAMPVA. Students will learn to navigate the current pro...

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MED 210

Medical Assistant Administrative II

In this course, students learn more advanced administrative topics such as financial management of the practice, including billing and collections. They also review medical office administrative procedures such as written communications and medical record management. Level I Prerequisite: Academic Reading Level 5; Academic Writing Level 3; MED 221...

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MED 221

Medical Assistant Lab II

In this course, students will further develop their skills, abilities and behaviors in the role of Medical Assistant. Students learn to assess vital signs, prepare the patient for examination, assist the provider during examination, safely perform venipuncture and Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments (CLIA) waived tests, set up and assist wit...

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MED 241

Medical Assistant Clinical Practice

In this course, students explore the current work environment as a medical assistant by taking part in a supervised, unpaid clinical placement that is consistent with the standards of practice in the field. Students practice effective communication, ethical behaviors, cognitive and psychomotor skills, and affective competencies. Tasks, such as taki...

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MED 245

Medical Assisting Credentialing Exam Review

This course provides a comprehensive review of medical assisting knowledge, concepts and skills to help prepare students for one of the open (non-CAAHEP or ABHES) national credentialing exams. Students learn test-taking techniques and take practice examinations with rationale reviews of practice content. Level I Prerequisite: Academic Reading Level...

(1 Credit) View Schedule
Revised on January 30, 2026

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