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As a Clinical Medical Assistant you will work closely with patients and physicians; take vital signs, interview patients, record patient information, and provide point-of-care testing. Our course will also provide you with the latest HIPAA regulations, the Electronic Health Record basics, and how to care for special populations. This program includes Medical Terminology and Anatomy & Physiology.
Medical Terminology
Quickly master the basics of medical terminology and begin speaking and writing terms almost immediately! This course omits time-consuming, nonessential information and helps you build a working medical vocabulary of the most frequently encountered suffixes, prefixes, and word roots. Medical terms are introduced in the context of human anatomy and physiology to help you understand exactly what they mean, and case studies, vignettes, and activities demonstrate how medical terms are used in practice.
Prerequisite(s): None
Clinical Medical Assistant
Have you thought about working with other professionals providing health care to patients? Are you a good team player? As a Clinical Medical Assistant you will work closely with patients and physicians; take vital signs, interview patients, record patient information, and provide point-of-care testing. Clinical Medical Assistants are projected to be among the fastest growing occupations in the next 5 years. Our course will also provide you with the latest HIPAA regulations, the Electronic Health Record, and how to care for special populations. Completing our Clinical Medical Assistant program will help you prepare for a successful and rewarding career in the growing healthcare industry!
Prerequisite: Solid knowledge of Medical Terminology and Anatomy & Physiology. If you do not know Medical Terminology or Anatomy & Physiology you can take our Medical Terminology course.
Anatomy & Physiology
Our Anatomy and Physiology course makes the difficult concepts of anatomy and physiology clear and easier to understand. Focusing on the normal structure and function of the human body and what the body does to maintain homeostasis, our course provides students with detailed illustrations and a variety of interactive learning tools to help establish an essential foundation for success in the care of the human body. Students will examine the skin, skeletal system, muscles, nervous system, sensory organs, the endocrine system and other human body structures and functions.
Prerequisite(s): None
** Course Subject to Change.
Medical Terminology
After completing this course, you should be able to:
- Identify how to gain and understand the basic word structure in medical terminology
- Recognize how to relate the medical terms to the structure and function of the human body
- Identify body systems, body cavities, and planes of the body
- Define words by dividing them into their component parts
- Recall the terminology used with medical specialists and case reports
Clinical Medical Assistant
After completing this course, you should be able to:
- Define the daily procedures performed by the physician and medical assistant
- Identify the proper guidelines of obtaining vital signs and patient information
- State the methods of the administration of medication and intravenous therapy
- Define the various guidelines for performing phlebotomy and microbiology charges
- Identify the standard guidelines for OSHA, sterilization and disinfection
Anatomy & Physiology
After completing this course, you should be able to:
- Define the basic concepts of anatomy and physiology
- Recognize how cells and organs develop and change throughout the life span
- Recall how each body system functions independently and contribute to overall function
- State basic characteristics of each organ system and how they contribute to maintaining normal body function
- Differentiate between organ systems of the body and their various functions
Medical Terminology
Medical Terminology Module 1
Basic Word Structure
- Word Analysis
- Combining Forms
- Suffixes & Prefixes
- Pronunciation of Terms
- Exercises & Applications
Medical Terminology Module 2
Organization of the Body
- Body Systems and Cavities
- Divisions of the Back
- Planes of the Body
- Pronunciation of Terms
- Exercises & Applications
Medical Terminology Module 3
Suffixes
- Introduction to Suffixes
- Suffixes and Terminology
- Diagnostic & Procedural Suffixes
- Pronunciation of Terms
- Exercises & Applications
Medical Terminology Module 4
Prefixes
- Combining Forms & Prefixes
- Prefixes and Terminology
- Define Common Prefixes
- Pronunciation of Terms
- Exercises & Applications
Medical Terminology Module 5
Medical Specialists & Case Reports
- Medical Specialists
- Combining Forms & Vocabulary
- Case Reports & Terminology
- Pronunciation of Terms
- Exercises & Applications
Medical Terminology Module 6
Body Systems – Part 1
- Cardiovascular System
- Digestive System
- Endocrine System
- Female Reproductive System
- Lymphatic System
Medical Terminology Module 7
Body Systems – Part 2
- Male Reproductive System
- Musculoskeletal System
- Nervous System
- Respiratory System
- Skin & Sense Organs
- Urinary System
**Outlines are subject to change, as courses and materials are updated.**
Clinical Medical Assistant
Clinical Medical Assistant Module 1
Keeping up with Medical Standards
- Introduction to the Medical Record
- Types of Medical Records
- Documentation in the Medical Record
- Medical Asepsis and the OSHA Standard
- Microorganisms and Medical Asepsis
- OSHA Bloodborne Pathogens Standard
- Regulated Medical Waste
- Bloodborne Diseases
Clinical Medical Assistant Module 2
Sterilization, Disinfection and Taking Vital Signs
- Introduction to Sterilization and Disinfection
- Definition of Terms
- Hazard Communication Standard
- Procedures for Disinfection, Sanitation and Sterilization
- Introduction to Vital Signs
- Measuring Body Temperature
- Taking a Pulse
- Calculating Respirations
- Performing Pulse Oximetry
- Measuring Blood Pressure
Clinical Medical Assistant Module 3
The Physical Examination
- Application of Body Mechanics
- Inspection
- Palpation
- Percussion
- Structure of the Eye
- Assessment of Color Vision
- Structure of the Ear
- Assessment of Hearing Acuity
- Hearing Acuity Tests
Clinical Medical Assistant Module 4
Promoting Healing and Obstetrics and Gynecology
- Introduction to Tissue Healing
- Local Application of Heat and Cold
- Cast, Splints, and Braces
- Measuring and Instructing Patients with Ambulatory Aids
- Introduction to the Gynecologic Exam
- Breast and Pelvic Examinations
- Vaginal Infections
- Prenatal Care
- Obstetrics
- Postpartum Visits
Clinical Medical Assistant Module 5
Pediatrics and Minor Office Surgery
- Pediatric Examination
- Carrying the Infant
- Pediatric Blood Pressure Measurement
- Collection of a Urine Specimen
- Pediatric Injections
- Instruments Used in Minor Office Surgery
- Sterile Dressing Change
- Assisting with Minor Office Surgery
- Sutures and Bandaging
- Administration of Medical and Intravenous Therapy
Clinical Medical Assistant Module 6
Cardiopulmonary Procedures and Reproductive Health
- Electrocardiography
- Structure of the Heart
- Cardiac Cycle
- Cardiac Dysrhythmias
- Colon Procedures
- Blood in the Stool
- Male and Female Reproductive Health
- Sigmoidoscopy
- Colonoscopy
Clinical Medical Assistant Module 7
Diagnostic Imaging and Clinical Laboratory
- Introduction to Radiology
- Introduction to Diagnostic Imaging
- Fluoroscopy
- Ultrasonography
- Computed Tomography
- Purpose of Laboratory Testing
- Types of Clinical Laboratories
- Laboratory Reports
Clinical Medical Assistant Module 8
Urinalysis and Phlebotomy
- Composition of Urine
- Analysis of Urine
- Rapid Urine Cultures
- Urine Pregnancy Test
- Serum Pregnancy Test
- Venipuncture
- Vacuum Tube Method of Venipuncture
- Skin Puncture Devices
- Microcollection Devices
Clinical Medical Assistant Module 9
Hematology and Blood Chemistry
- Components and Functions of Blood
- Hemoglobin Determination
- Hematocrit
- White and Red Blood Cell Counts
- Immunology
- Blood Chemistry
- Blood Glucose
- Managing Diabetes
- Glucose Meters
Clinical Medical Assistant Module 10
Medical Microbiology and Nutrition
- Introduction to Microbiology
- Microorganisms and Diseases
- Microbiologic Specimen Collection
- Culture and Sensitivity Testing
- Nutrients
- Carbohydrates
- Fat
- Protein
- Vitamins
- Minerals
Clinical Medical Assistant Module 11
Emergency Preparedness and Medical Procedures
- Introduction to Disaster and Emergency Planning
- Psychological Effects of Serious Emergencies
- Emergency Action Plan
- Fire Prevention Plans
- Office Crash Cart
- Emergency Medical Services System
- First Aid Kit
- OSHA Safety Precautions
Anatomy & Physiology
Anatomy & Physiology Module 1
Human Body and Chemical Level of Organization
- Overview of Anatomy and Physiology
- Structural Organization of the Human Body
- Functions of Human Life
- Requirements for Human Life
- Homeostasis
- Anatomical Terminology
- Medical Imaging
- Elements and Atoms
- Chemical Bonds and Reactions
- Inorganic and Organic Compounds Essential to Human Functioning
Anatomy & Physiology Module 2
Cellular and Tissue Organization
- Cell Membrane
- Cytoplasm and Cellular Organelles
- Nucleus and DNA Replication
- Protein Synthesis
- Cell Growth and Division
- Cellular Differentiation
- Types of Tissues
- Epithelial Tissue
- Connective Tissue Mediates Perception and Response
- Tissue Injury and Aging
Anatomy & Physiology Module 3
The Integumentary System, Bone Tissue and Skeletal System
- Layers of the Skin
- Accessory Structures of the Skin
- Functions of the Integumentary System
- Diseases, Disorders and Injuries
- Functions of the Skeletal System
- Bone Classification and Structure
- Bone Formation and Development
- Fractures: Bone Repair
- Exercise, Nutrition, Hormones and Bone Tissue
- Calcium Homeostasis
Anatomy & Physiology Module 4
Axial Skeleton and Appendicular Skeleton
- Divisions of the Skeletal System
- The Skull
- The Vertebral Column
- The Thoracic Cage
- Embryonic Development of the Axial Skeleton
- The Pectoral Girdle
- Bones of the Upper Limb
- The Pelvic Girdle and Pelvis
- Bones of the Lower Limb
- Development of the Appendicular Skeleton
Anatomy & Physiology Module 5
Joint and Muscle Tissue
- Classification of Joints
- Fibrous Joints
- Cartilaginous Joints
- Synovial Joints
- Types of Body Movements
- Development of Joints
- Skeletal Muscle
- Muscle Fiber Contraction and Relaxation
- Nervous System Control of Muscle Tension
- Cardiac Muscle Tissue
Anatomy & Physiology Module 6
The Muscular System, Nervous System and Nervous Tissue
- Interactions of the Skeletal Muscles
- Naming Skeletal Muscles
- Axial Muscles of the Head, Neck and Back
- Axial Muscles of the Abdominal Wall and Thorax
- Muscles of the Pectoral Girdle and Upper Limbs
- Structure and Function of the Nervous System
- Function of Nervous Tissue
- Action Potential
- Communication Between Nerves
Anatomy & Physiology Module 7
Anatomy of the Nervous System and Somatic Nervous System
- The Embryologic Perspective
- The Central Nervous System
- Circulation and the Central Nervous System
- The Peripheral Nervous System
- Sensory Processing
- Central Processing
- Motor Responses
Anatomy & Physiology Module 8
Autonomic Nervous System and Neurological Exam
- Divisions of the Autonomic Nervous System
- Autonomic Reflexes and Homeostasis
- Central Control
- Drugs that Affect the Autonomic System
- Overview of the Neurological Exam
- Mental Status Exam
- Cranial Nerve Exam
- Sensory and Motor Exams
- Coordination and Gait Exams
Anatomy & Physiology Module 9
Endocrine and Cardiovascular System: Blood
- Hormones
- Pituitary Gland and Hypothalamus
- Thyroid Gland
- Parathyroid Gland
- Adrenal Gland
- Pineal Gland
- Gonadal and Placental Hormones
- An Overview of Blood
- Production of the Formed Elements
- Erythrocytes, Leukocytes and Platelets
- Hemostasis
Anatomy & Physiology Module 10
Cardiovascular System: The Heart and Blood Vessels and Circulation
- Heart Anatomy
- Cardiac Muscle and Electrical Activity
- Cardiac Cycle
- Cardiac Physiology
- Development of the Heart
- Structure and Function of Blood Vessels
- Blood Flow, Blood Pressure and Resistance
- Capillary Exchange
- Homeostatic Regulation of the Vascular System
- Development of Blood Vessels and Fetal Circulation
Anatomy & Physiology Module 11
Lymphatic, Immune System and Respiratory System
- Barrier Defenses and Innate Immune Response
- Adaptive Immune System: T lymphocytes and Their Functional Types
- Adaptive Immune System: B-lymphocytes and Antibodies
- The Immune Response against Pathogens
- Diseases Associated with Depressed or Overactive Immune Responses
- Transplantation and Cancer Immunology
- Organs and Structures of the Respiratory System
- The Lungs
- The Process of Breathing
- Gas Exchange
Anatomy & Physiology Module 12
The Digestive System and Metabolism and Nutrition
- Digestive System Processes and Regulation
- The Mouth, Pharynx and Esophagus
- The Stomach
- The Small and Large Intestines
- Accessory Organs in Digestion: The Liver, Pancreas and Gallbladder
- Chemical Digestion and Absorption
- Carbohydrate Metabolism
- Lipid and Protein Metabolism
- Metabolic States of the Body
- Energy and Heat Balance
Anatomy & Physiology Module 13
The Urinary System, Fluid, Electrolyte and Acid-Base Balance
- Physical Characteristics of Urine
- Gross Anatomy of Urine Transport and Kidney
- Physiology of Urine Reformation
- Tubular Reabsorption
- Regulation of Renal Blood Flow
- Body Fluids and Fluid Compartments
- Water Balance
- Electrolyte Balance
- Acid-Base Balance
- Disorders of Acid-Base Balance
Anatomy & Physiology Module 14
The Reproductive System, Development and Inheritance
- Anatomy of the Male Reproductive System
- Anatomy of the Female Reproductive System
- Development of the Male and Female Reproductive Systems
- Fertilization
- Embryonic Development
- Fetal Development
- Maternal Changes During Pregnancy, Labor and Birth
- Adjustments of the Infant at Birth and Postnatal Stages
- Lactation
- Patterns of Inheritance
**Outlines are subject to change, as courses and materials are updated.**
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Clinical Medical Assistant
Upon successful completion of our Clinical Medical Assistant course, students will be prepared for an entry-level position as a Clinical Medical Assistant in a health care center or doctor’s office and will be prepared to sit for the NHA national certification exam to become a Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA).** Certification exams are not included in the cost of the course.**
Internet Connection
- Broadband or High-Speed - DSL, Cable, and Wireless Connections
*Dial-Up internet connections will result in a diminished online experience. Classroom pages may load slowly and viewing large audio and video files may not be possible.
Hardware Requirements
- Processor - 2GHz Processor or Higher
- Memory - 1 GB RAM Minimum Recommended
PC Software Requirements
- Operating Systems - Windows 7 or higher
- Microsoft Office 2013 or higher. Also, you could use a general Word Processing application to save and open Microsoft Office formats (.doc, .docx, .xls, .xlsx, .ppt, .pptx)
- Internet Browsers - Google Chrome is highly recommended
- Cookies MUST be enabled
- Pop-ups MUST be allowed (Pop-up Blocker disabled)
- The Kindle Reader App or VitalSource Bookshelf App are needed for many of our courses (No special equipment needed. This can be downloaded for FREE onto your computer.)
- PowerPoint Viewer (if you do not have PowerPoint)
- Adobe PDF Reader
- QuickTime, Windows Media Player &/or Real Player
MAC Software Requirements
- Operating Systems - Mac OS x 10 or higher with Windows
- Mac office programs or a Word Processing application to save and open Microsoft Office formats (.doc, .docx, .xls, .xlsx, .ppt, .pptx)
- Internet Browsers- Google Chrome is highly recommended
- Cookies MUST be enabled
- Pop-ups MUST be allowed (Pop-up Blocker disabled)
- The Kindle Reader App or VitalSource Bookshelf App are needed for many of our courses (No special equipment needed. This can be downloaded for FREE onto your computer.)
- PowerPoint Viewer (if you do not have PowerPoint)
- Adobe PDF Reader
- Apple QuickTime Media Player