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Medical Assisting (166) |
Certificate: Medical Assisting |
The Medical Assisting program is designed to prepare graduates for entry-level employment in hospitals, long-term care facilities, clinics, doctors' offices, and other health organizations. Those who complete the program may seek employment in clinical, administrative, or a combination of these two areas in a number of facilities.
Upon completion of the program, students are eligible for nurse aide certification and meet all national standards to successfully complete the national certification examination.
In addition to the general college admission requirements, students must have completed three years of high school English, two years of high school math, including Algebra I, and one year of high school biology. Placement into ENG 111 and MTH 126 are required. Completion of ITE 115 (or equivalent computer competencies) must be met prior to acceptance into the program. Students must also be able to type 35 words per minute and have CPR for healthcare providers (before beginning the clinical portion of the program) and meet technical standards for the medical assistant. A physical examination is required. Transcripts from other colleges attended must be sent to Tidewater Community College, Central Records Office/Office of the College Registrar, P.O. Box 9000, Norfolk, Virginia, 23509, prior to the application deadline date. These transcripts must be evaluated before any transfer credit is granted. The application deadline is June 15.
Students must maintain a "C" average or better to remain in good standing. Students will be readmitted to the program at the discretion of the program director and according to space availability. A 320-hour internship in a doctor's office, nursing home, hospital and/or urgent care center is required for graduation.
Program requirements may change in accordance with federal, state, or industry standards. Call 822-7255 for the most current information. The Tidewater Community College Virginia Beach Campus' Medical Assisting Program is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (www.caahep.org), upon the recommendation of the Medical Assisting Education Review Board (MAERB), 20 N. Wacker Drive, Suite 1575, Chicago, IL 60606. |
2012-2013 |
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51.0801 |
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