Medical Assisting: A Practical Approach


Fall 2015, Winter 2016 and Spring 2016 quarters

Taught by

Prerequisites

1 year (15 credits each) college level math and English

This nine-month pre-medical practicum designed for students who are interested in careers in health and medical care allows students to work closely with health care professionals in a clinical setting. During the academic year, students will receive the credits and training necessary to become licensed in the state of Washington as Medical Assistants - Registered. See www.evergreen.edu/eveningandweekend/medicalassisting for more information.

Program Details

Fields of Study

Preparatory for studies or careers in

Health related fields including MD, DO, Physician Assistant, Nurse Practitioner, Naturopath, Acupuncturist

Location and Schedule

Campus location

Olympia

Schedule

Offered during: Day and Evening

Advertised schedule: 4 - four hour shifts per week in the Student Health Center plus Wednesday and Friday in-services

Books

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Online Learning

Enhanced Online Learning: Access to web-based tools required, but use of these tools does not displace any face-to-face instruction.

Special Expenses

$90 Department of Health Credential Application: Medical Assistant-Registered (Fall)   $75 National Heathcareer Association Tutorial and Assessment (Fall)   $115 Department of Health Credential Application: Medical Assistant-Certified (Spring)   $175 National Medical Assistant Certification Exam Fee (Spring)

May be offered again in

Fall 2016-2017

Registration Information

Credits: 4 (Fall); 4 (Winter); 4 (Spring)

Class standing: Sophomore–Senior

Maximum enrollment: 6

Fall

Signature Required

Must apply and be interviewed in spring 2015 to have the opportunity to participate in the 2015-16 academic year. Applications available March 1st at the Student Health Center and online at: http://www.evergreen.edu/health/studentmedicalassistant.htm Due May 20, 2015.

Course Reference Number

So - Sr (4 credits): 10245

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Winter

Enrollment Closed

Course Reference Number

So - Sr (2 credits): 20163

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Spring

Enrollment Closed

Course Reference Number

So - Sr (4 credits): 30163

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