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Clinical Medical Assistant Fundamentals Specialization

Fundamentals for Patient-Centered Care. Learn practical application and the skills needed for a career in Clinical Medical Assisting with an emphasis on compassionate care for unique patients, technical proficiency in laboratory procedures, and essential cardiology assisting techniques.

Instructor: Jennifer Zabel

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3 course series

Get in-depth knowledge of a subject

4.9

(28 reviews)

Beginner level

Recommended experience

8 weeks to complete

at 3 hours a week

Flexible schedule

Learn at your own pace

3 course series

Get in-depth knowledge of a subject

4.9

(28 reviews)

Beginner level

Recommended experience

8 weeks to complete

at 3 hours a week

Flexible schedule

Learn at your own pace

What you'll learn

Analyze and understand medical terminology
Recognize the structure and function of human body systems and organs
Display the ability to adhere to infection control and environmental safety protocols
Discuss the responsibilities of the medical assistant in general, specialty, and surgical practices

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Taught in English

9 practice exercises

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Specialization - 3 course series

The Medical Assistant Fundamentals for Patient-Centered Care specialization provides a comprehensive foundation for a medical assisting career, emphasizing essential skills in communication, patient-centered care, and techniques for diverse populations and clinical specialties. Through this specialization, students are prepared to deliver compassionate, high-quality care in a variety of healthcare settings.

Applied Learning Project

Learners will apply their knowledge of Medical Assistant Fundamentals to review three case studies related to the role. Learners will provide be graded for the project through AI feedback, with the option to receive peer review feedback and grading as well.

Medical Assisting Foundations

Course 16 hours

What you'll learn

Analyze and understand medical terminology
Recognize the structure and function of human body systems and organs
Display the ability to adhere to infection control and environmental safety protocols

Skills you'll gain

Asepsis, Medical Terminology, Human Musculoskeletal System, Anatomy, Sterilization, Infection Control, Physiology, Patient Communication, Pathology, Health And Safety Standards, Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), Diagnostic Tests, Medical History Documentation, Hand Hygiene, and Sanitation

Patient-Centered Care Essentials

Course 26 hours

What you'll learn

Display the ability to adhere to infection control and environmental safety protocols
Understand responsibilities of teamwork and communication skills in healthcare
Discuss the responsibilities of the medical assistant in general, specialty, and surgical practices

Skills you'll gain

Patient Education And Counseling, Patient Communication, Nutrition Education, Vital Signs, Medical History Documentation, Patient Observation, Patient Evaluation, Patient-centered Care, Health And Wellness Coaching, Nursing and Patient Care, Basic Patient Care, and Health Assessment

Pediatric, Geriatric, Phlebotomy, and Cardiology Assisting

Course 39 hours

What you'll learn

Display the ability to adhere to infection control and environmental safety protocols
Understand responsibilities of teamwork and communication skills in healthcare
Discuss the responsibilities of the medical assistant in general, specialty, and surgical practices

Skills you'll gain

Cardiology, Pediatrics, Diagnostic Tests, Blood Collection, Urinalysis, Geriatrics, Phlebotomy, Basic Patient Care, Electocardiography, Medical Assistance, Specimen Collection, Patient Education And Counseling, Patient Preparation, Infection Control, and Patient Communication

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Instructor

Jennifer Zabel

MedCerts

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Frequently asked questions

No. This specialization is considered an introduction to MedCerts career and certification training. It does not fully prepare students to test for national certification. To prepare for a national certification, students have the option to enroll in a more comprehensive program at MedCerts, where certification and job-readiness is the intent.

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Clinical Medical Assistant Fundamentals Specialization

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Skills you'll gain

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