MAST-101-01-F16

Syllabus: This course is an introduction to the clinical aspect of medical assisting. Students will become familiar with a physician's clinical office environment and use of equipment. Clinical procedures include vital signs, sterile surgical trays, sterilization techniques, rooming of patients including a complete physical examination. Basic patient nutrition/wellness and how to handle medical office emergencies will be discussed. Written and verbal communication skills, charting methodologies and patient education will be utilized in this class. The use of aseptic technique and universal precautions procedures will be emphasized throughout the course. Lecture: 30 minutes per week Lab: 4 1/2 hours per week
Date:
2017-06-06
Primary Material Type:
Syllabus
Institution:
North Idaho College
Project Name:
Idaho Center of Excellence Healthcare Partnership
Funding Source:
TAACCCT Round 4
Subjects:
Medical Assistant, MAST, Clinical Skills

Industry / Occupation

Industry Partner:
N/A
Industry Sector:
Health Care and Social Assistance (62)
Occupation:
Healthcare Support Occupations -- Nursing Aides, Orderlies, and Attendants (31-1012)

Education / Instructional Information

Instructional Program:
Health Professions and Related Clinical Sciences (51)
Credit Type:
  • Credit
Credential Type:
  • Associate Degree
Educational Level of Materials:
  • 1st year Community College or equivalent
Time Required:
One Semester
Language:
en_US
Interactivity Type:
Active - requires user to respond to prompts, questions, etc.
Quality Rubric:
QM
Quality Note:
The quality review of this course and related materials was performed by the North Idaho College Office of eLearning and individuals holding a certificate of completion of Independent Applying the QM Rubric (APPQMR).
Quality of Subject Matter was assured by:
  • Using an approved rubric to conduct the evaluation of the instructional materials and providing a report
Quality of Online/Hybrid Course Design assured by:
  • Quality Matters
Course Note:
Clinical Skills for Medical Assistants

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Copyright / Licensing

Primary License:
Creative Commons License
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