MAS 101 - Clinical Skills I

Credits: 4

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 in the physician’s office including specialty exams and procedures is explored. The importance of nutrition to health; care of instruments; the processing and sterilization of supplies; sterile technique; application of dressings; and suture removal is studied.

Theory: 3
Lab: 2
Prerequisites: Admission to Medical Assisting Program