Certified Medical Assistant
The Certified Medical Assistant certificate program at Bay College prepares students for a national certification exam. This 3-semester program provides a blend of formal education and practical experience, covering administrative duties and clinical procedures such as anatomy, physiology, medical terminology, pharmacology, and laboratory techniques. Students participate in an end-of-program externship to gain first-hand working experience in ambulatory settings like medical offices and clinics.
Courses
- CMAC1000 — Clinical Law and Ethics
- CMAC1020 — Clinical Safety and Infection Control
- CMAC1040 — Clinical Communication
- CMAC1060 — Clinical Office Practice and Procedures
- CMAC1080 — Human Body and Disease
- CMAC1100 — Clinical Medication Administration
- CMAC1120 — Clinical Nutrition
- CMAC2040 — Medical Assistant Review and Practical
- CMAC2720 — Medical Assistant Externship
- HLTH1180 — Medical Terminology I
- HLTH1350 — Obtaining a Blood Specimen
- HLTH1460 — First Aid/Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers
- OIS1700 — Electronic Medical Office Records
- OIS2200 — Medical Insurance Billing
- OIS2700 — Health Information Management