Medical Assistant

Course Overview

The Certified Clinical Medical Assistant course will prepare students for the National Healthcare Association CCMA exam. Instruction includes taking and recording vital signs, preparing patients for examination, patient education, and assisting the physician during the exam. The collecting and preparation of laboratory specimens and basic laboratory tests will be covered. Prepares for the administration of medication, venipuncture, ECG, and wound care. Provides a basic understanding of the clinical and administrative duties and responsibilities pertinent to medical offices. Includes instruction in medical correspondence and records, case histories of patients, filing, telephone procedures, appointment scheduling, receptionist duties, and processing mail. Written, verbal and nonverbal communications according to patient needs are covered as well as documentation and associated legal and ethical boundaries.


Ivy Tech Lafayette Dual Credits Available

Course College Credits Prerequisite(s) Other
HLHS 100 Introduction to Health Careers 3 None Qualifies for Technical Honors Diploma Priority Dual Credit
HLHS 101 Medical Terminology 3

Writing: Program Ready

Reading: Program Ready

Qualifies for Technical Honors Diploma Priority Dual Credit
HLHS 102 Essentials of Anatomy & Physiology  3

Writing: Program Ready

Reading: Program Ready

Qualifies for Technical Honors Diploma Priority Dual Credit
HLHS 104  CPR/ Basic Life Support 0.5 None Qualifies for Technical Honors Diploma Priority Dual Credit
HLHS 105 Medical Law and Ethics 3 Writing: Program Ready Qualifies for Technical Honors Diploma Priority Dual Credit


 

Industry Certifications

  • AHA Basic Life Support (first aid & cpr) 
  • CCMA Certified Clinical Medical Assistant

 

Concentrator Star

DOE Course

7168/5274/7164/7255/7166/5284

Recommended Grade Levels

11, 12

Required Prerequisites

None

High School Credits

  • 2 semester course
  • 2 semesters required
  • 3 total credits per semester
  • maximum of 6 credits
    • 7168 Principles of Healthcare
    • 5274 Medical Terminology
    • 7164 Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA)