MDAS 1650 — Medical Professional Issues 2 Credit Hours
Reviews the role and function of the medical assistant. This course focuses on the basic concept of the professional practice of medicine and the scope of practice of the medical assistant. Students discuss the personal and professional characteristics and legal and ethical standards for medical assistants, explore professional and personal therapeutic communication, and address time management and goal setting. Prerequisite: MDAS 1655 Medical Administrative Aspects with a grade of C or better