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It is a pleasure to have you in our program and we sincerely hope that you will achieve your academic and professional goals. This program will prepare you to become a qualified member of the Medical Assisting profession.\u003Cbr>We are here to help you and want you to feel free to ask for assistance. Our schedule is flexible in the case you need to make an appointment with us.\u003Cbr>This handbook is one of the ways we have chosen to help you become familiar with the policies and procedures ofthe Methodist College Medical Assistant program. You are expected to not only understand, but to comply with all policies and procedures ofthe College. Your signature will attest to your agreement to do so.\u003Cbr>Good luck and best wishes as you pursue your Medical Assistant diploma.\u003Cbr>Sincerely,\u003Cbr>Dr. Amber Schappaugh DM-HCML, CHW, CMA(AAMA), CHW, AHI, MA, RMA\u003Cbr>Methodist College General Information\u003Cbr>|  |\n| --- | --- |\n| Program Sponsor:\u003Cbr>Methodist College of Carle Health\u003Cbr>Accredited by:\u003Cbr>Higher Learning Commission\u003Cbr>230 South LaSalle Street, Suite 7-500 Chicago, Illinois 60604-1411\u003Cbr>Phone: 800-621-7440/312-263-0456 [www.hlcommission.org](www.hlcommission.org) | CAAHEP (Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs)\u003Cbr>9355-113th St. N, \\#7709 Seminole, FL 33775\u003Cbr>Phone:727-210-2350\u003Cbr>E: [mail@caahep.org](mail@caahep.org) |\n| Characteristics & Definitions:\u003Cbr>Methodist College provides a high-quality education in nursing, health sciences, and human services through highquality programming and excellent clinical practice.\u003Cbr>Medical Assisting Student Handbook 2024-2025 pg. 2 |  |\n\nOrganization and Governance:  \nMethodist College is a four-year college affiliated with UnityPoint Health-Central Illinois. It is governed by a Board of Directors, composed of 12 members who represent the Peoria area community.  \nMission Statement:  \nMethodist College is committed to educating and preparing future health and human services professionals for careers that meet community and regional healthcare industry needs.  \nOur Vision:  \nMethodist College will deliver quality transformational experiences that enable future healthcare leaders to enhance and contribute to positive health outcomes for our community.  \nMethodist College Values:  \nHealthcare professionals are guided by strong core values. 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