Medical Assisting (MDA) at Mountain Gateway Community College
Distance Learning
Time of Day
Term
- MDA 100 - Introduction to Medical Assisting
- Introduces the student to the medical practice environment. Stresses the responsibilities of the humanistic approach in the rendering of health care.Lecture 1-2 hours per week.
1-2 credits - MDA 101 - Medical Assistant Science I
- Provides an in-depth study of medical terminology, anatomy and physiology, and pathology for the medical assistant. Focuses on clinical application and decision-making in the health environment.Lecture 4-5 hours. Laboratory 2 hours. Total 6-7 hours per week.
4-5 credits