Clinical Medical Assisting

Catalog description

Students will gain knowledge on the proper use of PPE, infection control protocols, and receive blood borne pathogen training. Students will gain proficiency in measuring and accurately recording vital signs, aiding with testing and exams, along with assisting in minor surgery. Special procedures for pediatrics, otolaryngology, ophthalmology, gynecology, and obstetrics will be studied. Medication administration will be practiced, including the 7 rights, routes of administration, medication classification, and dosage calculations.