Medical Assisting Externship

Catalog description

Supervised externship in a medical office, clinic, or related outpatient facility designed to apply knowledge and new skills, directly related to the student's program of study, outside of the normal classroom environment. Students must attend 9 hours of lecture and complete 162 hours of practical experience in a medical office. Lecture to include orientation to externship, professionalism, and employment skills. 9.00 hours lecture and 162.00 hours laboratory. (TBA Option) (Letter grade only)