Associate Degree , Medical Assisting
Burnett International College
Key Information
Campus location
West Palm Beach, USA
Languages
English
Study format
On-Campus
Duration
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Earliest start date
Sep 2023
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Introduction
This program is designed to prepare students to work as Medical Assistants. The student will be able to work at a Doctors's Office, Clinic, or Hospital. The student will be able to assist the Doctor in-office medical procedures, schedule patient appointments,s and bill patients. Students will be trained in the areas of communications, legal and ethical responsibilities, administrative and clinical duties, health and illness concept, anatomy and physiology, medications and will learn to perform basic nursing procedures under the doctor's supervision.
Students in the Medical Assisting Program receive a strong foundation in bio-science on which to build the skills and knowledge to provide patient care and physician support. The program also emphasizes communication skills that give graduates a competitive edge for entry into the health careers profession.