MA 221 - MA Seminar

Credit Hours: 1

Students attend and participate in discussions and evaluations of their medical office practicum. When identified, problems in the medical field as they relate to students are assessed and analyzed and solutions are formulated. Student participation is paramount to this problem-solving process. Students in this course are also introduced to resume preparation, job opportunities available to graduates and interviewing techniques, continuing education options and the CMA profession. Preparation for the American Association of Medical Assistants certification examination is facilitated through an introduction of an examination review book.

Course Outcomes
Upon completion of this course, the student will be able to identify:

skills necessary to practice as a proficient medical assistant;
interpersonal relations and their effect in the medical office;
the various relationships between medical assistant and other members of the health care team;
current medical issues and their relationship to the practicing medical assistant;
the various kinds of job opportunities available to MA graduates and how to complete a job application form and resume;
positive/negative communication styles;
cultural diversity and special needs sensitivity; and
career success and advancement.

Prerequisites: All courses listed for the first three semesters, or equivalent with permission of instructor, or permission of MA program director.
Corequisites: MA 220, EG 009, and PS 100.
Concurrent Registration: MA 223 or MA 229
F/S (N)