Associate - Medical Assistant

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If you are interested in helping doctors and physicians in a variety of medical environments, you might consider Sanford-Brown's Associate of Applied Science in Medical Assisting program. Read on to learn more.

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What Kind of Program Is It?

Sanford-Brown's Associate of Applied Science in Medical Assisting program is designed to equip you with the skills to perform basic clinical and administrative skills in medical institutions such as hospitals, clinics, and ambulatory centers. You have the opportunity to study areas such as medical law, medical ethics, medical communications, medical records, and basic laboratory procedures and tests. This degree program culminates in a supervised clinical externship at a nearby medical facility.

What Are the Prerequisites?

If you are thinking of applying to Sanford-Brown's Associate of Applied Science in Medical Assisting program, you might find experience in the sciences useful preparation. Potential Sanford-Brown students must live in close proximity to campus locations.

What Are the Course Requirements?

This degree consists of 92 credits. This includes 54 core course credits.

Medical Assisting Course Requirements

Course Code	Course Name
BUS110	Keyboarding
MA101	Medical Law and Ethics
MA104	Introduction to Medical Terminology
MA106	Medical Terminology
MA107	Human Biological Systems
MA109	Human Anatomy and Physiology
MA110	Medical Asepsis
MA112	Medical Administrative Procedures
MA113	Computerized Billing
MA114	Electrocardiography
MA115	Clinical Procedures
MA116	Urinalysis
MA118	Hematology
MA120	Pharmacology for Medical Assistants
MA121	Clinical Review
MA122	MA Clinical Externship

What Could I Do After I Graduate?

Career Opportunities

Sanford-Brown's Associate of Applied Science in Medical Assisting program graduates could be eligible for work as medical assistants. Your responsibilities could include performing basic laboratory tests, preparing patients, and scheduling.

Advanced Degrees

Alternatively, you could apply to bachelor's degree programs in related fields. A bachelor's degree in this and related fields could prepare you for entry-level management positions. Degrees you could pursue include but are not limited to the following:

Bachelor of Science in Nursing
Bachelor of Science in Business
Bachelor of Science in Healthcare Administration

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