HLT 139 Medical Assistant I*
This course teaches the concepts, skills, and terminology necessary for a medical assistant. Emphasis is on entry-level administrative skills and clinical functions required in a medical office, and on communication skills for patient care assessment. The laboratory portion of the course simulates various situations which teach the specific skills needed in a medical office.
7 hours lecture, 3 hours laboratory.
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Prerequisite
BIO 160 or concurrent enrollment;
HLT 101 or concurrent enrollment;
MAT 081 or higher; and
RDG 092 or current enrollment, or exemption. Prior to enrollment, students must also meet the following requirements: 1) minimum 18 years of age upon course completion, 2) negative tuberculin (TB) skin test or negative chest x-ray report, 3) current Arizona Department of Public Safety Fingerprint Clearance Card, and 4) acceptance into the medical assistant program.