MAS 111 - Intro to Medical Assisting Clinical Studies

This course is designed to familiarize the student with the role of the medical assistant and includes fundamental microbiology and the role of microorganisms in diseases.  Preparation of the patient for examination the physician’s office including specialty exams and procedures is explored.  The importance of the patient review and history; vital signs; care of instruments; the processing and sterilization of supplies; sterile technique; application of dressings; and suture removal is studied.  Practicum hours required.

Theory: 1 Credit Hour Practicum 1 credit hour (50 hours)
Lab: 1
Prerequisites:  

Admission to Medical Assisting Program MAS 100