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2025-2026 Catalog and Student Handbook [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

MED 110 - Orientation to Medical Assisting

Class: 1 Lab: 0 Clinical: 0 Work: 0 Credits: 1

Prerequisite(s): DRE 098 or ENG 002  or ENG 025 
Corequisite(s): None
This course covers the history of medicine and the role of the medical assistant in the health care setting. Emphasis is placed on professionalism, communication, attitude, behaviors, and duties in the medical environment. Upon completion, students should be able to project a positive attitude and promote the profession of medical assisting.
Offered: Fall, Spring