Certificate Program (35 Credit Hours Total)
First Semester
| Course Name | Credit Hours | Core Code | Term Taken | Grade |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| EDUC 1300 - Learning Frameworks OR POFT 1300 - Career Exploration/Planning(Choose one option) | 3 | - | ||
| HPRS 1102 - Wellness and Health Promotion | 1 | - | ||
| HPRS 1205 - Essentials of Medical Law/Ethics for Health Professionals | 2 | - | ||
| HPRS 1304 - Basic Health Profession Skills | 3 | - | ||
| MDCA 1310 - Medical Communications | 3 | - |
Second Semester
| Course Name | Credit Hours | Core Code | Term Taken | Grade |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| HPRS 2302 - Medical Terminology for Allied Health | 3 | - | ||
| MDCA 1309 - Medical Communications | 3 | - | ||
| MDCA 1417 - Procedures in a Clinical Setting | 4 | - |
Third Semester
16 week courses
| Course Name | Credit Hours | Core Code | Term Taken | Grade |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| MDCA 1305 - Medical Law and Ethics | 3 | - | ||
| MDCA 1421 - Administrative Procedures | 4 | - |
Fourth Semester
| Course Name | Credit Hours | Core Code | Term Taken | Grade |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ECRD 1211 - Electrocardiography | 2 | - | ||
| ECRD 1471 - Electrocardiography Procedures | 4 | - |
🏥 Clinical Medical Assistant Focus
This program provides comprehensive training in both clinical and administrative medical assistant skills, preparing students for immediate entry into healthcare settings with specialized competencies in multiple technical areas.
⚡ Multi-Tech Specialization
The "Multi-Tech" designation indicates advanced training in electrocardiography (EKG/ECG) procedures, expanding career opportunities beyond basic medical assistant roles to include specialized cardiac testing responsibilities.
📋 Program Description
The Level I Certificate in Clinical Medical Assistant Multi-Tech prepares students with essential healthcare skills including patient communication, clinical procedures, administrative tasks, medical law and ethics, and specialized electrocardiography training. This comprehensive program combines foundational health profession skills with practical clinical experience.
Career Outlook
Potential career paths and opportunities:
- Clinical Medical Assistant: $28,000-$35,000 (Certificate required)
- EKG Technician: $30,000-$38,000 (Certificate + EKG specialization)
- Medical Office Assistant: $26,000-$32,000 (Certificate required)
- Patient Care Technician: $29,000-$36,000 (Certificate preferred)
Salary estimates based on entry-level positions in Central Texas healthcare market
Program Specializations
- Clinical Skills: Patient procedures, vital signs, clinical safety
- Medical Communications: Patient interaction and professional correspondence
- Administrative Procedures: Medical office management and documentation
- EKG Technology: Electrocardiography theory and hands-on procedures
- Medical Ethics: Legal and ethical standards in healthcare
- Health Promotion: Wellness education and prevention strategies
Important Notes
This program requires completion of courses in sequential order to build foundational knowledge before advancing to specialized clinical and technical skills. Students should consult with healthcare program advisors to ensure proper course sequencing and clinical placement requirements.
Prerequisites: Some courses may have prerequisite requirements or require background checks and immunizations for clinical components.
Certification: Graduates are prepared to sit for national medical assistant certification examinations.