| COURSE CODE | COURSE TITLE | COURSE TYPE | CR |
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Core Course Requirements The following courses must be completed: |
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| MED101 | Medical Terminology | Core/Required | 3 |
| MED135 | Medical Office Procedures | Core/Required | 3 |
| MED103 | Medical Office Communications | Core/Required | 3 |
| MED104 | Medical Office Administrative Skills | Core/Required | 3 |
| MED111 | Business Practices for the Medical Office | Core/Required | 3 |
| MED140 | Anatomy & Physiology I | Core/Required | 3 |
| MED141 | Anatomy & Physiology II | Core/Required | 3 |
| Total Core Credits Required: | 21 | ||
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General Education Course Requirements* The following courses must be completed: |
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| COM101 | Communications | General Education | 3 |
| GOV201 | American Government | General Education | 3 |
| CIS102 | Introduction to Computer Technologies | General Education | 3 |
| PSY101 | Introduction to Psychology | General Education | 3 |
| MATH103 | General Math | General Education | 3 |
| Total General Education Credits Required: | 15 | ||
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Medical Office Administration Students choosing the Medical Office Administration professional concentration take the following courses in addition to the Core and General Education courses: |
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| MED115 | Introduction to Medical Billing and Coding | Elective | 3 |
| MED119 | Medical Office Workplace Readiness | Elective | 3 |
| MED110 | Electronic Health Records | Elective | 3 |
| Medical Office Administration Elective Credits: In addition, students are required to select 5 courses (15 credits) from any of the other listed Elective course options to earn a total of 60 credits to complete the degree. |
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Medical Assisting Students choosing the Medical Assisting professional concentration take the following courses in addition to the Core and General Education courses: |
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| MED115 | Introduction to Medical Billing and Coding | Elective | 3 |
| MED110 | Electronic Health Records | Elective | 3 |
| MED142 | Clinical Procedures I | Elective | 4 |
| MED143 | Clinical Procedures II | Elective | 4 |
| MED144 | Lab Procedures | Elective | 3 |
| MED145 | Medication Administration | Elective | 3 |
| MED146 | Career Development | Elective | 1 |
| Total Medical Assisting Elective Credits: In addition, students are required to select 1 course (3 credits) from any of the other listed Elective course options to earn a total of 60 credits to complete the degree. |
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Medical Records, Billing, and Coding Students choosing the Medical Records, Billing, and Coding professional concentration take the following courses in addition to the Core and General Education courses: |
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| MED106 | Medical Billing | Elective | 3 |
| MED108 | Health Insurance Processing | Elective | 3 |
| MED107 | Medical Coding I | Elective | 3 |
| MED117 | Medical Coding II | Elective | 3 |
| MED127 | Medical Coding III | Elective | 3 |
| MED118 | Medical Coding Lab | Elective | 3 |
| Total Medical Records, Billing, and Coding Elective Credits: In addition, students are required to select 2 courses (6 credits) from any of the other listed Elective course options to earn a total of 60 credits to complete the degree. |
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Pharmacy Practice Students choosing the Pharmacy Practice professional concentration take the following courses in addition to the Core and General Education courses: |
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| MED151 | Introduction to Pharmacy | Elective | 3 |
| MED152 | Pharmacology | Elective | 3 |
| MED153 | The Dispensing Process | Elective | 3 |
| MED154 | Medication Safety and Quality Assurance | Elective | 3 |
| MED155 | Pharmacy Practice Areas and Employment | Elective | 3 |
| MED156 | Pharmacy Technician Certification Preparation | Elective | 3 |
| Total Pharmacy Practice Elective Credits: In addition, students are required to select 2 courses (6 credits) from any of the other listed Elective course options to earn a total of 60 credits to complete the degree. |
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Other Elective Course Options Students may choose any elective course options from any of the listed elective courses. The following elective courses are also available from which students can choose. |
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| MATH101 | Business Mathematics | Elective | 3 |
| BUS111 | Business Office Administration Skills | Elective | 3 |
| MED105 | Medical Terminology II | Elective | 3 |
| MED116 | Business Software Applications for the Medical Office | Elective | 3 |
| MED157 | Pharmacy Technician Practical Lab | Elective | 3 |
| CIS101 | Business Software Applications I | Elective | 3 |
| CIS201 | Business Software Applications II | Elective | 3 |
| BUS105 | Business Professionalism | Elective | 3 |
| COM102 | Professional Communication Skills | Elective | 3 |
*List denotes current General Education courses offered by the institution. Students must earn a minimum of 15 credits in General Education subjects up to 21 credits. Students may transfer credit earned at prior institutions in the areas of English, human communications (including, but not limited to foreign languages and speech), the arts and humanities, natural sciences, mathematics, social sciences, and physical education to meet the General Education requirement. Students may also submit CLEP test or other General Education test results to be reviewed in order to meet the General Education requirement.
Please see below for summaries of each course within the Associate of Science in Healthcare Administration.
| MED101 | Medical Terminology | 3 credits |
| This course introduces students to the language of medicine. Students will gain an understanding of the way medical terms are formed and how to build medical terms using combining forms, prefixes, and suffixes. Students will learn the structure and function of various body systems and the diagnostic, procedural, laboratory, pathological, surgical, and pharmacological terms and abbreviations associated with each body system. | ||
| MED135 | Medical Office Procedures | 3 credits |
| Throughout this course, students will gain an understanding of the duties and responsibilities of the medical assistant with a focus on the administrative function. This includes learning about their role as part of a healthcare team and the various environments in which they may seek employment, the importance of professionalism and ways to build and improve their professional skills, the various law and legal aspects that govern the healthcare environment as well as the many ethical issues that play into their interactions and patient care. | ||
| MED103 | Medical Office Communications | 3 credits |
| Prerequisite: MED135 Medical Office Procedures | ||
| In this course, students are taught the skills necessary to communicate effectively in a professional medical environment using both oral and written communication channels. Students will learn the strategies to write and deliver clear, concise messages and documents typical of the medical office that comply with HIPAA requirements. Through lessons, practice activities, and simulations, students are taught proper communication techniques including best practices for verbal and non-verbal communication, managing the telephone, and creating written correspondence. | ||
| MED104 | Medical Office Administrative Skills | 3 credits |
| Prerequisite: MED135 Medical Office Procedures and MED103 Medical Office Communications | ||
| In this course, students will learn the administrative duties and responsibilities typical in the medical office. These include front office procedures, appointment scheduling, office supply inventory, medical record preparation, and patient confidentiality and privacy. In addition, students will learn computer applications and software used in the medical office, the medical record and will perform electronic health record (E.H.R.) simulation activities. The course also covers the procedures for opening and closing the medical office each day and care of facilities and medical equipment. | ||
| MED111 | Business Practices for the Medical Office | 3 credits |
| In this course, students will learn how to perform business practices typical of the medical office. These include preparing insurance claims, compliance, Medicare assignment, types of healthcare reimbursement, and billing secondary insurance. Students will also learn the billing cycle, processing patient payments and posting, credit and balances, refunds, and collection procedures. The course also includes accounts payable and accounts receivable, credit card processing procedures, general financial transactions, and common banking procedures. | ||
| MED140 | Anatomy and Physiology I | 3 credits |
| This is the first of a two-course series that provides a comprehensive study of the anatomy and physiology of the human body. In this course, students will review the overall organization of the human body and will identify the anatomical locations of the various organs and systems. The course will discuss genetic and congenital disorders, and the structure and function of cells and cell division. The nervous, sensory, integumentary, muscular, and skeletal systems will be covered including the structure, function, common pathology, diagnostic procedures, and treatments. The course is designed for students who have little formal knowledge of the human body who wish to pursue a career in health-related professions. | ||
| MED141 | Anatomy and Physiology II | 3 credits |
| Prerequisite: MED140 Anatomy and Physiology I | ||
| This course is a continuation of Anatomy and Physiology I. This course covers the respiratory, circulatory, immune, digestive, urinary, endocrine, and reproductive systems in detail including the structure and function of each system, diseases and disorders, diagnostic procedures, and treatment options. | ||
| MED119 | Medical Office Workplace Readiness | 3 credits |
| In this course, students will learn the skills required to function in the medical office environment. Students will learn how to ensure compliance with Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) requirements including evacuation plans and emergency procedures. In addition, students will learn proper infection control procedures. The course includes technologies used in the healthcare environment including telehealth virtual appointments and meetings and social media literacy. In addition, the course provides students with the skills to implement a strategic career plan including networking, resume writing, interview skills, and follow-up. | ||
| MED116 | Business Software Applications for the Medical Office | 3 credits |
| In this course, students learn the basic functions of MS Word to create and manage documents, such as Return to Work and Referral to Provider letters, use MS Excel for financial information and reporting as they relate to the Medical Office, and the fundamental elements of using MS Outlook to send, receive, and manage e-mail communication. The course also reviews the various mediums for communicating via social media, and the use of Internet browsers to research information. | ||
| MED115 | Introduction to Medical Billing and Coding | 3 credits |
| This course introduces the basics of medical billing and coding, as well as providing a general understanding of medical insurance and the various payers. It offers a broad overview of the revenue cycle and introduces how to successfully utilize the medical insurance claim process. This course also introduces the major code sets used in the health care industry. | ||
| MED110 | Electronic Health Records | 3 credits |
| Medical professionals who work with important patient data are required to abide by federal and state laws, as well as accreditation and regulatory agency requirements that govern the handling of patient information. As such, it is extremely important for medical professionals to remain up to date on the emerging technological trends as well as regulatory requirements. This course focuses on the health IT ecosystem with a specific focus on the role of electronic health records (EHRs). | ||
| MED142 | Clinical Procedures I | 4 credits |
| The responsibility of preparing patients for examinations and procedures performed by the providers is mainly the medical assistant. In this course, the medical assistant’s role in the patient examination process will be stressed. Ensuring patient safety by minimizing disease transmission will be discussed as well as preparing a patient for specific examinations and procedures. The assistant’s role of educating the patient in healthful activities and disease or disorder management is covered. The process to conduct accurate screening and the procedures to document accurately in the medical record are also reviewed. | ||
| MED143 | Clinical Procedures II | 4 credits |
| Prerequisite: MED142 Clinical Procedures I | ||
| Medical assistants may be required to assist the provider in minor office surgeries and various treatment modalities, as well as provide patients with education on their treatment plan. Throughout this course, students will be shown how to maintain surgical asepsis, which is vital to the prevention of disease transmission, before, during, and following any of the invasive procedures performed in the medical office or clinic. Students will also develop a good working knowledge of the care and function of basic instruments used in minor surgical procedures as well as how to assist the provider and properly prepare the patient. This course also covers several rehabilitation methods, such as body mechanics, mobility devices, and range-of-motion exercises, as well as healthy living techniques that include nutritional guidelines and the significance of diet, exercise, weight control, sleep, and the way personal behaviors influence health. Finally, this course will review what to do if confronted with an emergency or accidental situation including basic first aid skills and CPR. | ||
| MED144 | Lab Procedures | 3 credits |
| Prerequisite: MED142 Clinical Procedures I | ||
| This course will provide students with an understanding of the lab procedures typical of a physician’s office laboratory. Students will study various laboratory tests and procedures with a focus on safety. They will review how to recognize safety, security, and operation hazards in the medical and laboratory environment and identify best practices for eliminating and/or minimizing them. Students will also review the purpose for common diagnostic tests and identify how to differentiate between normal and abnormal results. | ||
| MED145 | Medication Administration | 3 credits |
| Prerequisite: MED142 Clinical Procedures I | ||
| In this course, students will be introduced to the different classifications of medications, including indications for use, desired effects, side effects, contraindications, and adverse reactions. Students will study the common drug forms and routes of administration in addition to the required elements and purpose of a prescription and medication order. The course covers the Seven Rights of medication administration and how to apply them, how to avoid and handle medication errors, and how to calculate medication dosages. | ||
| MED146 | Career Development | 1 credits |
| Prerequisites: MED135 Medical Office Procedures, MED104 Medical Office Administrative Skills, MED115 Introduction to Medical Billing and Coding, MED111 Business Practices for the Medical Office, MED142 Clinical Procedures I, MED144 Lab Procedures, and MED145 Medication Administration | ||
| This course provides students with the skills required to implement a strategic career plan. Topics include self-assessment, employability skills, career decision-making, roles and responsibilities, organizational culture, launching an employment campaign, networking, lifelong learning, and professional development. Students will practice entering various types of patient data into a simulated electronic health record (E.H.R.) system similar to those typically used in a healthcare facility. In addition, the course will provide students with the opportunity to go through practice questions in preparing for various certifications. | ||
| MED106 | Medical Billing | 3 credits |
| This course focuses on the medical billing processes providing information on medical insurance and the various payers, revenue cycle management, reimbursement methodologies, claim follow-up and payment processing, as well as the legal aspects pertaining to health insurance and claims processing. Online simulation exercises will provide the opportunity to practically apply what is covered throughout the course. | ||
| MED107 | Medical Coding I | 3 credits |
| The Medical Coding courses are designed to provide students with an understanding of coding and classification systems to assign valid diagnostic and procedural codes. The courses provide the comprehensive coverage needed to understand and work with medical insurance related to the application of ICD, CPT, and HCPCS codes and how insurance reimbursement is directly related to proper code assignment. Online simulation exercises will provide students with the opportunity to practically apply the concepts covered throughout the course. Medical Coding I is the first of three courses and will focus specifically on ICD-10 and HCPCS codes. | ||
| MED117 | Medical Coding II | 3 credits |
| Prerequisites: MED107 Medical Coding I | ||
| The Medical Coding courses are designed to provide students with an understanding of coding and classification systems to assign valid diagnostic and procedural codes. The courses provide the comprehensive coverage needed to understand and work with medical insurance related to the application of ICD, CPT, and HCPCS codes and how insurance reimbursement is directly related to proper code assignment. Online simulation exercises will provide students with the opportunity to practically apply the concepts covered throughout the course. Medical Coding II is a continuation of Medical Coding I and will focus specifically on HCPCS and CPT codes. | ||
| MED217 | Medical Coding III | 3 credits |
| Prerequisites: MED107 Medical Coding I and MED117 Medical Coding II | ||
| The Medical Coding courses are designed to provide students with an understanding of coding and classification systems to assign valid diagnostic and procedural codes. The courses provide the comprehensive coverage needed to understand and work with medical insurance related to the application of ICD, CPT, and HCPCS codes and how insurance reimbursement is directly related to proper code assignment. Online simulation exercises will provide students with the opportunity to practically apply the concepts covered throughout the course. Medical Coding III is a continuation of Medical Coding I and Medical Coding II and will focus specifically on CPT codes and insurance and reimbursement. | ||
| MED108 | Health Insurance Processing | 3 credits |
| Prerequisites: MED106 Medical Billing; MED107 Medical Coding I, MED117 Medical Coding II, MED217 Medical Coding III OR MED115 Introduction to Medical Billing and Coding | ||
| This course focuses on claim preparation and transmission, working with payers (private payers/Blue Cross and Blue Shield, Medicare, Medicaid, TRICARE and CHAMPVA, and Workers’ Compensation and Disability), and compliance. Online simulation exercises will provide the opportunity to practically apply what is covered throughout the course. | ||
| MED118 | Medical Coding Lab | 3 credits |
| Prerequisites: MED107 Medical Coding I, MED117 Medical Coding II, MED217 Medical Coding III | ||
| This course will provide students with the opportunity to practically apply all the concepts covered throughout the program. Students will be completing online simulation exercises and assignments given various scenarios to build skills in medical billing, medical coding, and processing insurance claims in both inpatient and outpatient settings. | ||
| MED151 | Introduction to Pharmacy | 3 credits |
| This course is designed to familiarize the student with the specific knowledge and skills needed to pursue a career as a pharmacy technician. This course introduces the responsibilities of a pharmacy technician and common pharmacy practices and settings. In addition, the course will cover effective communication skills, interpersonal and time management skills, and the laws, regulations, and standards that apply to the field of pharmacy. | ||
| MED152 | Pharmacology | 3 credits |
| This course introduces the science of pharmacology, pharmacodynamics, and pharmacokinetics and will expand the student’s knowledge base on a variety of drugs and interactions. Topics covered in this course include methods of drug classification, over-the-counter and prescription medications, medication dosage routes, and formulations. | ||
| MED153 | The Dispensing Process | 3 credits |
| Prerequisites: MED151 Introduction to Pharmacy and MED152 Pharmacology | ||
| This course discusses the specific roles and responsibilities of the pharmacy technician in the prescription dispensing process. Throughout this course, students will be introduced to the various calculations, techniques, equipment, and tools used to perform sterile and non-sterile compounding as well as the operational roles in the pharmacy setting, including inventory management and business-related calculations. | ||
| MED154 | Medication Safety and Quality Assurance | 3 credits |
| Prerequisites: MED152 Pharmacology and MED153 The Dispensing Process | ||
| This course discusses how the safety and quality of medications are ensured in the pharmacy setting as well as best practices for maintaining patient compliance. Students will develop an understanding of how and why medication errors happen, what strategies can be employed to help prevent them, and which organizations directly support medication error prevention. Additional topics covered in this course include preventing the spread of infections in the healthcare setting, safe handling of hazardous drugs, and improving patients’ medication adherence. | ||
| MED155 | Pharmacy Practice Areas and Employment | 3 credits |
| Prerequisite: MED151 Introduction to Pharmacy | ||
| This course describes various pharmacy settings and the role of the pharmacy technician within each, including the business and technical skills required and the importance of career preparation and development. This course also introduces students to the basics of medical billing and provides a general understanding of medical insurance and the various payers. | ||
| MED56 | Pharmacy Technician Certification Preparation | 3 credits |
| Prerequisites: MED151 Introduction to Pharmacy, MED152 Pharmacology, MED153 The Dispensing Process, MED154 Medication Safety and Quality Assurance, MED155 Pharmacy Practice Areas and Employment | ||
| Professional certification is a way to measure a person’s competency to complete a specific job and can set them apart from others in the field when it comes to employment opportunities. If students wish to become certified as a pharmacy technician, they will need to take and pass one of two exams: the National Healthcareer Association’s (NHA) ExCPT exam or the Pharmacy Technician Certification Board’s (PTCB) exam, known as the PTCE. This course is a comprehensive review of the concepts students will need to know to successfully complete and pass these certifications. | ||
| MED157 | Pharmacy Technician Practical Lab | 3 credits |
| Prerequisites: MED151 Introduction to Pharmacy, MED152 Pharmacology, MED153 The Dispensing Process, MED154 Medication Safety and Quality Assurance, MED155 Pharmacy Practice Areas and Employment | ||
| This course will provide students with hands-on lab-based learning activities which will allow them to apply the concepts learned throughout the Pharmacy Technician program. The activities included in this course will enable practice using common pharmacy lab equipment to perform procedures such as measuring liquids, using alligation calculations, counting pills, and compounding a suspension. Students will also practice packaging/repackaging solid and liquid medications and documenting the process appropriately. Lastly, students will gain hands-on experience with preparing, distributing, and storing investigational drugs. | ||
| MED105 | Medical Terminology II | 3 credits |
| In this course, students will study the structure, function, and basic anatomy of body systems related to the female and male reproductive systems, blood, lymphatic, immune, digestive, endocrine, and sensory systems. Students will learn the diagnostic, procedural, laboratory, pathological, surgical, and pharmacological terms, and abbreviations associated with each body system. | ||
| BUS105 | Business Professionalism | 3 credits |
| This course will focus on the importance of developing a reputation for professionalism both inside and outside of the work setting. This course covers the importance of goal setting and time management as it relates to increasing productivity and achieving a healthy work/life balance, what it means to be an accountable professional, and how to build and cultivate relationships among colleagues and peers. | ||
| BUS111 | Business Office Administration Skills | 3 credits |
| The study of office procedures is no longer solely for the student who seeks employment as office support staff after graduation. With the extensive introduction of technological innovations, many workers now perform office tasks. Regardless of job and career aspirations, students need basic office competencies to carry out responsibilities with effectiveness and efficiency. In this course, students will gain skills to efficiently navigate the office environment and the technology used. The financial aspects of the office setting, including banking and payroll, the production of reports, and the management of processes are covered. Students will study strategies for effective time management, participating in meetings, maintaining records, and processing mail. Strategies for career planning and ongoing professional development are also discussed. | ||
| MATH101 | Business Math | 3 credits |
| This course will review basic mathematical concepts and provide students with the tools necessary to apply these concepts to the business environment. Students will focus on applying mathematical concepts to real-world business scenarios. | ||
| CIS101 | Business Software Applications I | 3 credits |
| This course is designed to teach students the basic skills necessary to work with computers and the fundamental features of the Windows operating system. In addition, students will learn how to create and edit documents using word processing software and enter and edit data into workbooks and spreadsheets. | ||
| CIS201 | Business Software Applications II | 3 credits |
| Prerequisite: CIS101 Business Software Applications I | ||
| The course is designed to give students the skills to function effectively and efficiently using several software applications. Students will create and edit documents using advanced formatting features, create hyperlinks and add bookmarks, and review and repair documents. In addition, students will create effective presentations utilizing multimedia clips, sound clips, customize themes, add charts and tables, and animate objects. | ||
| COM102 | Professional Communication Skills | 3 credits |
| This course reviews the skills necessary to communicate effectively in a professional environment using both oral and written communication channels. The course provides strategies to write and deliver clear, concise messages tailored to a particular audience. Through lessons, practice activities, and simulations, students will review strategies to listen effectively, speak clearly and assertively, and use proper grammar in written and verbal communications. | ||
| CIS102 | Introduction to Computer Technologies | 3 credits |
| This course will provide students with an introduction to information technology. The course is designed to create foundational knowledge in information technology (IT). It is ideal for those considering a career in IT, technology support, or for those who wish to work in allied health fields that require a broad understanding of IT. | ||
| COM101 | Communications | 3 credits |
| This course will provide students with the skills necessary to communicate effectively in a professional environment using both oral and written communication channels. The course provides strategies to write and deliver clear, concise messages tailored to a particular audience. Through lessons, practice activities, and simulations, students review strategies to listen effectively, speak clearly and assertively, and use proper grammar in written and verbal communications. | ||
| PSY101 | Introduction to Psychology | 3 credits |
| This course provides a general overview of psychology including topics such as perception, communication, learning, memory, decision-making, life-span development, and persuasion. Students will become acquainted with many of the important findings and theoretical approaches in the field. | ||
| GOV201 | American Government | 3 credits |
| In this course, students will explore the American government. Students will discover how the system of government was established based upon the ideals of liberty, equality, and justice. The course details how the government is structured and how it operates. Students will delve into the rights and liberties granted by the Constitution for the people. | ||
| MATH103 | General Mathematics | 3 credits |
| This course will provide students with the tools necessary to review basic mathematical arithmetic including whole numbers, fractions, decimals, percentages, ratios, rates, proportions, geometry, measurement, basic statistics, and signed numbers. Students will gain knowledge of these mathematical concepts using real-world scenarios. | ||