The Medical Assistant Associate of Science Degree program (Medical Assistant, AS) prepares students to work in the front and back office of a physician's office, clinic or other out-patient facilities. Multiple skills and areas of theory are taught so that graduates are prepared to assume an important and valuable role as a team member in health care delivery. Upon completion of all required courses, students are assisted with the placement of an internship in a local health care facility. This is a valuable experience in applying the knowledge and skill acquired in class to the workplace. Required prior to entry into an internship: A Statement of Eligibility for internship, health statement and physical examination, current CPR certificate, keyboarding proficiency of at least 35 wpm, basic word processing skills, and completion of all required courses with a grade of C or better. Many facilities are requiring background checks and drug testing prior to entry (HTCH 54A is required.) Career Paths Include: ECG Technician, Insurance Billing and Coding Specialist, Insurance Account Representative, Medical Administrative Assistant, Medical Reception, and Medical Office Manager.
Major Core Requirements (42 units)
| Course Number | Course Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| HTCH001 | Introduction to Health Care | 1 unit |
| HTCH002 | Medical Information Processing | 2 units |
| HTCH004 | Structure and Function of the Human Body | 3 units |
| HTCH005 | Basic Medical Terminology | 3 units |
| HTCH006 | Advanced Medical Terminology | 3 units |
| HTCH007 | Medical Ethics & Law | 2 units |
| HTCH008 | Communication for Health Care Personnel | 2 units |
| HTCH041 | Medical Office Business Procedures | 3 units |
| HTCH042 | Insurance Billing and Coding | 2 units |
| HTCH043 | Basic Medical Accounting and Record Keeping | 3 units |
| HTCH044 | Electronic Medical Records | 2 units |
| HTCH055 | Vital Signs and Assisting with Medical Examinations | 2 units |
| HTCH057 | Sterile Techniques | 2.5 units |
| HTCH058 | Laboratory Techniques | 3 units |
| HTCH063 | Medication Administration | 1.5 units |
| HTCH064 | ECG and Orthopedic Technology | 2.5 units |
| HSCI003 | CPR / AED - Basic Life Support for Providers and Professionals | 0.5 units |
| HTCH054A | Internship for Health Care Technologies | 2 units |
| HTCH054A | Internship for Health Care Technologies | 2 units |
Total Major Units: 42 units
To be awarded an Associate Degree, a student must:
- Achieve a grade of 鈥淐鈥� or better in the major requirements.
- Completion of WVC, CSU-Breadth, or IGETC General Education patterns. Students whose goal is to obtain a bachelor鈥檚 degree should complete the CSU-Breadth or IGETC General Education pattern.
- Total degree units: 64