Medical Assisting (MDA) at Laurel Ridge Community College
Distance Learning
Time of Day
Term
- MDA 203 - Medical Office Procedures
- Instructs the student in the practice of the management of medical offices in areas such as receptionist duties, telephone techniques, appointment scheduling, verbal and written communications, medical and non-medical record management. Explains library and editorial duties, inventory, care of equipment and supplies, security, office maintenance, management responsibilities, placement, and professional ethics and professionalism.Lecture 2 hours. Laboratory 3 hours. Total 5 hours per week.
3 credits - MDA 207 - Medical Law and Ethics
- Instructs the student in the legal relationship of the physician, patient, and medical assistant; professional liabilities, Medical Practice Acts, professional attitudes and behavior and the types of medical practice. Also includes a basic history of medicine.Lecture 2 hours per week.
2 credits