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

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Beginner level

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2 months

at 3 hours a week

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3 course series

Get in-depth knowledge of a subject

Beginner level

Recommended experience

2 months

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

Skills you'll gain

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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

Category: Accurately understand, use, and interpret medical terminology

Category: Enhance ability to observe, document, and adhere to protocols, ensuring accuracy and safety in clinical tasks

Category: Develop a clear understanding of the structure and function of the human body

Category: Master essential infection prevention and control techniques

Category: Be prepared to communicate effectively with patients and healthcare team members

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

Category: Understand proper patient observation, vital sign measurement, and documentation

Category: Learn to perform basic physical assessments, record vital signs, and document findings accurately

Category: Build skills to address patients' physical, emotional, and cultural needs, ensuring individualized and compassionate care

Category: Develop skills to communicate empathetically and professionally with patients, families, and healthcare teams

Category: Gain the ability to educate patients on nutrition and lifestyle changes while providing motivational support for healthier habits

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

Category: Prepare patients for ECGs, operate electrocardiograph equipment, and identify basic cardiac rhythms

Category: Work effectively with healthcare teams to support cardiovascular and age-specific patient needs

Category: Provide compassionate, tailored care for pediatric and geriatric patients, addressing their unique physical and emotional needs

Category: Perform blood draws, handle specimens, and maintain infection control standards during laboratory procedures

Category: Conduct urinalysis tests with accuracy, following proper protocols to ensure reliable diagnostic results

Instructor

Jennifer Zabel

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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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