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STANDARD OCCUPATIONAL CODE (SOC): 31-9092 <br />POTENTIAL OCCUPATIONS: Medical Assistant, Medical Office Assistant, <br />Clinical Assistant, Doctor's Assistant <br />LOCATIONS OFFERED: South Gate (Main), Stockton, Salida <br />DELIVERY METHOD: Traditional <br />This program familiarizes students with the theory and hands-on <br />clinical skills necessary for entry-level positions as a Medical <br />Assistant. At completion, students will be eligible to take <br />national certification examinations, which are required to <br />become a National Certified Medical Assistant, Certified <br />Phlebotomist, and ECG Technician. The knowledge and skills <br />will enable graduates to qualify for work in various medical <br />practice settings. <br />PROGRAM OUTCOMES: <br />6• Apply principles of infection control, asepsis, and sterilization techniques within OSHA guidelines. <br />A Perform clinical, laboratory, and emergency procedures within the medical assistant assisting scope of practice. <br />d• Identify drug classifications and calculate dosage. <br />Demonstrate appropriate communication in the medical assisting. <br />Perform medical administrative tasks. <br />Perform medical billing and coding procedures, including completing insurance forms. <br />Demonstrate competence with HIPAA guidelines while following current standards of medical ethics. <br />COURSE DESCRIPTIONS: <br />MEDA too — The Human Body— Students are introduced to the language, structure, and function of human body. The course <br />is designed to provide a basic understanding of the human body and associated terminology. Students learn medical terminology, <br />42 <br />