Course

Course Summary
Credit Type:
Course
ACE ID:
ULTR-0089
Organization's ID:
MA 119
Organization:
Location:
Classroom-based
Length:
40 hours
Dates Offered:
Credit Recommendation & Competencies
Level Credits (SH) Subject
Lower-Division Baccalaureate 2 Medical Ethics and Law
Description

Objective:

To introduce students to the professional, legal and ethical responsibilities of a medical assistant working in a variety of medical specialties.

Learning Outcomes:

  • Understand professionalism in a medical setting
  • Make quality ethical decisions
  • Help protect the employer and medical assistance from mal-practice suits
  • Keep patient confidentiality
  • Identify and explain types of medical practices and specialties and the licensing requirements of each
  • Differentiate between an MA, RMA and a CMA
  • Understand legal issues and terms affecting the medical profession, including disclosure requirements and OSHA regulations
Instruction & Assessment

Instructional Strategies:

  • Discussion
  • Learner Presentations
  • Lectures
  • Practical Exercises
Supplemental Materials