MEDA 56 - Administrative Medical Assisting I

    Recent Professors
    Tracy Penrod, Valerie Orn Seng
    Recent Semesters
    Fall 2026, Fall 2025
    Class Size
    30 students
    Credits
    1.5
    Prerequisite
    MEDA 110 with a Grade of "C" or better, or equivalent
    Fall 2026 Sections
    View Fall 2026 sections of MEDA 56
    Transfers To
    Not transferable
    Description
    This course is designed to prepare Allied Health students to work in physicians' offices, clinics, hospitals, and other medical areas. The course covers administrative and clerical functions of a medical office assistant including patient reception, scheduling appointments, telephone procedures, medical records management, written communications, patient records, office management, professional activities, and personal conduct. This course is designed for students enrolled in the Medical Assisting program or Patient Care Coordinator certificate.