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May 02, 2026
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AHE 116 - Medical Assistant Clinical Practicum
Credits: 6
Variable Credit Course: No
Lecture Hours: 0
Lab Hours: 0
Worksite/Clinical Hours: 198
Other Hours (LIA/Internships): 0
Course Description: Supervised practicum in an approved medical facility for medical assistant students. Application of knowledge learned in previous courses; experience to increase understanding and appreciation of other cultures. Interact with other health care professionals and patients to enhance the development of a professional demeanor.
Prerequisite: Complete each course in the AHE certificate with a minimum C grade; have current American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) card; have current First Aid card; have completed immunization requirements; present evidence of a current negative TB test. Must have permission/endorsement of the department chair to enroll. Concurrent enrollment in AHE 117 required.
Meets FQE Requirement: No
Integrative Experience Requirement: No
Student Learning Outcomes
- Demonstrate professional responsibility by arriving on time, adhering to clinic dress code and confidentiality policies, completing assigned tasks without prompting, and communicating respectfully with patients and staff.
- Communicate effectively with patients and other healthcare professionals.
- Perform clinical tasks necessary to assist with the patient flow in the back office.
- Maintain an effective and efficient front office by prioritizing and managing front office tasks such as scheduling, patient check in/out, insurance verification and documentation.
- Apply Medical Assistant scope of practice and other legal aspects to clinical practice.
- Apply culturally respectful communication techniques such as use of interpreter services, appropriate nonverbal communication, and patient-centered questioning.
- Analyze daily clinical experiences to connect classroom learning with hands-on practice.
Course Contents
- Application of the following skills: Administrative; Clinical; Medical laboratory; Communication; Culture awareness.
Instructional Units: 9
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