MEDA 97 - Directed Clinical Practice

    Recent Professors
    Tracy Penrod
    Recent Semesters
    Spring 2026, Spring 2025
    Class Size
    21–26 students
    Credits
    4.5
    Prerequisite
    MEDA 110 with a Grade of "C" or better, or equivalent
    Spring 2026 Sections
    View Spring 2026 sections of MEDA 97
    Transfers To
    Not transferable
    Description
    This course is designed to give medical assisting students hands-on, unpaid clinical experience at a medical facility. Focus is placed on the safe, legal, ethical and effective application of skills learned in prior medical assisting courses. This course also fosters the development of communication skills, interpersonal relationships and professionalism required for the healthcare field. Supervision of students is provided by the staff of the affiliating institution and coordinated by the college faculty. The course is designed for students enrolled in the Medical Assisting Program.