Medical Assisting Externship

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160 Clinical Hours Prerequisites: ALH 106 , ALH 140 , BIO 103 , CIT 100 , MDA 103 , MDA 104 , MDA 105 , MDA 106 , MDA 107 and MDA 208 plus fullfillment of pre-externship requirements. Description This course is a supervised, non-paid 160 hour work experience in a private physician’s office or in a clinic. The student gains practical experience applying the knowledge, skills and behaviors learned in the Medical Assistant program to perform administrative, clinical and communication competencies. This course is graded on a Pass/Fail basis. Prior to the externship current CPR, Criminal Record Clearance and PA Child Abuse Clearances (Act 33/34) and a physical examination are required. This course requires a per credit health career fee; check the tuition and fee schedule for the current rate.