Medical Assistant Program

Service Description

Enroll in our Medical Assistant Program designed to equip you with the practical skills and knowledge needed in an evolving healthcare environment. Healthcare Resource’s Medical Assisting Program is a 15 -week program. The program is comprised of 194 total hours. 62 lecture hours, 52 lab hours, and 80 hours of externship. It is delivered in-person or hybrid Course Objectives: • To prepare competent entry-level medical assistants in the cognitive (knowledge), psychomotor (skills), and affective (behavior) learning domains. • Develop the basic skills, ability to perform skills and knowledge necessary to apply the principles or competencies performed in the health care industry • Develop attitudes consistent with those expected of an individual working the health care industry • Complete the requirements necessary for certification as a Medical Assistant • To prepare graduates to maintain currency within their field through certification and continuing education Required Textbook: Today's Medical Assistant, 5th Edition by Kathy Bonewit-West BS MEd (Author), Julie Pepper BS CMA (AAMA) (Author) ISBN: 978-0443121777 Study Guide for Today's Medical Assistant: Clinical & Administrative Procedures 5th Edition by Kathy Bonewit-West BS MEd (Author), Sue Hunt MA RN CMA (AAMA) – ISBN: 978-0443120817 Nursing Uniform (black scrub set) and non-slip stringed athletic or nursing shoes