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Clinical Medical Assistant Fundamentals Specialization
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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.

Jennifer Zabel

Instructor: Jennifer Zabel

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Beginner level

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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

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February 2025

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Specialization - 3 course series

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

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

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

Instructor

Jennifer Zabel
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