MED 131 Medical Assisting Seminar

Lecture Hours: 1
Credits: 1

Studies the relationship of practice in a healthcare setting with theoretical course content, as well as its application to career and personal goals. Prepares students to take the NCCT certification examination.

Prerequisite: Admission into the Medical Assisting program.
Corequisite: MED 124, MED 125, and MED 130.
Student Learning Outcomes:

Identify various management structures appropriate to a healthcare setting.
Explain the role of a medical assistant as an employee.
Describe how the worksite experience relates to theoretical course content.
Discuss how the worksite experience relates to meeting career goals.
Use preparation to take the NCCT Certification exam.

Content Outline

Discuss Practicum Experiences
Identify Career Goals of Students
Discuss Problems Experienced in Practicum
Integrate Practicum Experience with Theoretical Course Content
Integrate Practicum Experience with Career Goals
Prepare for NCCT Examination