MDCA 1310 Medical Assistant Interpersonal and Communication Skills

There is an emphasis on the application of basic psychological principles and the study of behavior as they apply to special populations. Topics include procedures for self-understanding and social adaptability in interpersonal communications with patients and coworkers in the patient care settings.
Date:
2012
Primary Material Type:
Syllabus
Institution:
Texarkana College
Project Name:
H2P Health Professions Pathways
Funding Source:
TAACCCT Round 1
Subjects:
basic psychological principles and the study of behavior as they apply to special populations

Industry / Occupation

Industry Partner:
Healthcare
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:
  • Certificate
Educational Level of Materials:
  • 1st year Community College or equivalent
Time Required:
16 weeks
Language:
English (United States)
Interactivity Type:
Active - requires user to respond to prompts, questions, etc.
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Course Note:
Medical Assistant Interpersonal and Communication Skills

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