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It emphasizes preparation for the National Healthcare Association Medical Assistant Certification.","Answer",{"name":115,"@type":110,"acceptedAnswer":116},"What are common responsibilities of a medical assistant?",{"text":117,"@type":113},"Medical assistants work closely with and under direct supervision of a physician. 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Students learn essential competencies surrounding initiating patient interactions, performing patient care, understanding lab collection procedures, and providing patient teaching. An emphasis will be placed on preparing for the National Healthcare Association Medical Assistant Certification.  \nWhat does a medical assistant do?  \n• Works closely with and under direct supervision of a physician  \n• Obtains and updates patient vitals and medical history  \n• Prepares examination rooms and assists physicians with patient examinations  \n• Performs patient specimen testing and prepares lab specimen processing  \n• Provides immunizations and medical injections  \n• Performs patient scheduling and chart updating  \nWhere do medical assistants work?  \n• Hospitals  \n• Medical offices  \n• Outpatient clinics  \n• Other healthcare facilities  \nWhy should I choose HCC’s Medical Assisting Program?  \n• The medical assistant instructors have real-world experience and are well-versed in the subject matter.  \n• Students receive hands-on experience in a well-equipped HCC nursing lab where they gain pre-clinical education.  \nHow long is the program?  \nThe program completion timeline is approximately nine months, as well as an externship component of 100 hours.  \nWhat are the courses that are required and associated costs?  \n• Foundations of Healthcare HCE-108 ($239)  \n• Human Anatomy and Physiology & Medical Terminology for Medical Assistants HCE-181 ($380)  \n• Clinical Medical Assistant 1 HCE-156 ($1171)  \n• Clinical Medical Assistant 2 HCE-157- ($1171)  \n• Administrative Medical Assistant HCE-160 ($705)  \nAre there any additional fees?  \n• Additional fees include books, physical exam, immunization/records, drug screen, background checks, scrubs, closed toe shoes, etc.  \n• There is no exact amount for these items, but approximate cost is around $650.  \nMedical Assistant Pathway FAQ  \nScholarship Information: Where can I find the scholarship link?  \n[www.hagerstowncc.edu/cefunding](www.hagerstowncc.edu/cefunding)  \nWhat documents do I need to upload for the application?  \n• Applicants need to upload a driver’s license and proof of legal residency in the U.S. (birth certificate or passport, visa, etc.)  \nWhat does the scholarship cover?  \n• Scholarships may be available to help offset the costs of the program. All awards are on a first-come, first-served basis. Due to the limited nature of funds, you MUST begin the application process as soon as possible for the best chance of an award.  \nWhat happens after I complete the application process?  \n• WSCE staff will register you for the four medical assistant program classes. Staff CANNOT register you for these classes until you have registered and paid for the two pre-requisite courses (HCE-181 and HCE-108) .  \nIf you have more questions about registering for classes, email [ceregister@hagerstowncc.edu](ceregister@hagerstowncc.edu) or call 240-500-2565.","cbCaihof61qMYtlL","https://ap.wps.com/l/cbCaihof61qMYtlL","pdf",428575,"English","# Medical Assisting Program Overview\n## What Is the Program?\n## What Does a Medical Assistant Do?\n## Where Do Medical Assistants Work?\n## Why Choose HCC?\n## Program Length\n# Required Courses, Costs, and Additional Fees\n## Required Courses and Associated Costs\n## Additional Fees\n# Scholarship Information and Application Steps\n## Where to Find the Scholarship Link\n## Required Documents to Upload\n## What the Scholarship Covers\n## What Happens After Completing the Application","[{\"question\":\"What knowledge and skills does the Medical Assisting Program provide?\",\"answer\":\"The program provides knowledge and skills for administrative and clinical duties in a physician’s office, including patient interactions, patient care, lab collection procedures, and patient teaching. 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