Medical Assistant Diploma
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The objective of the 8-Month Medical Assistant Diploma program is to prepare the student for employment in the dual (clinical/clerical) role of a Medical Assistant. To enable the student to become a valuable asset to the allied-health team in a health facility. To encourage the student to be constantly aware of the importance of continuing their education on a daily basis for the safety and welfare of their patients. To prepare the student for entry-level employment in these and other positions: Medical Assistant, EKG Technician, Clinical Technician, Orderly, Medical Secretary, Medical Data Entry Specialist, Records/Insurance Clerk, and Medical Office Business Manager.
Students will have the option to complete this program in person or 100% online through the Blackboard Learning Management System Platform. Students will have the option to choose in person or online learning. All electives will be available online.
Medical Assistants qualify to take the certification in Phlebotomy is from NAHP which is called the NRCPT. In addition, you will receive an additional Medical Assistant certification from NAHP it is the NCRMA. The EKG certification is the NRCEKG. You will also be training in CPR and First Aid.
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To earn a diploma in medical assistant, the following courses* are required:
- Medical Terminology **
- Medical Theory I **
- Medical Theory II **
- Medical Theory III **
- Medical Lab I **
- Medical Lab II **
- Medical Lab III **
- Medical Office Procedures/ Electronic Health Records**
- Computerized Medical Office Procedures**
- Computer Fundamentals
- Comprehensive Clinical Procedures and Pharmacology
- Basic Medical Calculations
- Career Development
Classes Held
Monday – Thursday
Monday-Friday – 8:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Nights – 5:00 p.m. – 11:00 p.m.
2 Semesters – 16 Weeks per Semester
Registration Fee $75.00
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This course outline contains only the suggested sequence of coursework.
**Core class for this diploma
† This course outline contains only the suggested sequences of course work.
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Diploma Medical Assistant
OPEID-030790
CIP Code – 51.0801
Occupation (SOC Codes) 31-9092.00 43-6013.00 43-4171-00
Clock Hours
Weeks
Credit Hours
Courses Required
Diploma Medical Assistant
| Course # | Course Description | Clock Hrs | Credit Hrs | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
1st Semester | ||||
| MED 110 | Medical Terminology | 60 | 2.5 | |
| MDT 111 | Medical Theory I | 120 | 5.5 | |
| MDL 111 | Medical Lab I | 120 | 4.0 | |
| CPF 110 | Computer Fundamentals | 60 | 2.5 | |
| Total | 270 | 11.0 | ||
2nd Semester | ||||
| MDT 122 | Medical Theory II | 120 | 5.5 | |
| MDL 122 | Medical Lab II | 120 | 4.0 | |
| BMC 110 | Comprehensive Medical Office Procedures | 90 | 3.5 | |
| CCP 243 | Comprehensive Clinical Procedures and Pharmacology | 60 | 2.5 | |
| INT 243 | Internship | 90 | 2.0 | |
| Total | 285 | 11.5 |
† This course outline contains only the suggested sequences of course work.
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ETI Technical College of Niles
2076 Youngstown-Warren Rd.
Niles, OH 44446
Phone: (330) 652-9919
Fax: (330) 652-4399
Email: info@eticollege.edu