Classes begin each Fall Semester and there is no special application, but space is limited. If classes are full, go to the first session of each class with your priority number.
All Classes within the program must be successfully completed in sequence with a "C" or better for program progression.
The student would benefit from taking Health 51A, American Heart association CPR for
Healthcare providers and one of the computer classes before entering the program in the fall.
| Semester 1 | Units |
|---|---|
| Health 51A Basic Medical Terminology |
4 |
| American Heart Association
Health Care Provider CPR Available through Community Education or off campus |
|
| Medical Assisting 70A Clinical Skills for the Medical Assistant 1 |
3 |
| Medical Assisting 71A Medical Administrative Skills 1 |
2 |
| Medical Assisting 75 Administration of Medications for the Medical Assistant |
3 |
| Semester 1 | Units |
|---|---|
| CAS 50 Introduction to Computer Applications Systems |
3 |
| CSCI 8/CAS 8 Computer Literacy |
3 |
Semester 2 involves Clinical experience. Prior to clinical experience the student must submit Medical, Dental and Immunization records. A background check and drug screen is also required.
| Semester 2 | Units |
|---|---|
| Health 51B Disease Process and Advanced Medical Terminology |
4 |
| Medical Assisting 70B Clinical Skills for the Medical Assistant 2 |
3 |
| Medical Assisting 71B Medical Administrative Skills 2 |
2 |
| Medical Assisting 73 Clinical Experience (Practicum) |
4 |
| Medical Assisting 74 Clinical Experience Seminar |
1 |