Practicum in HS Clinical Medical Assistant

Practicum in Health Science  in CCMA   
The Practicum in Health Science course is designed to give students practical application of previously studied knowledge and skills. Practicum experiences can occur in a variety of locations appropriate to the nature and level of experience.   
1st 9 Weeks2nd 9 Weeks3rd 9 Weeks4th 9 Weeks
    

NHA Module 1: Foundational Knowledge And Basic Science

NHA Module 2: Medical Terminology and,Anatomy & Physiology

NHA Module 3: Patient Intake & Vitals

NHA Module 4: General Patient Care Part 1

NHA Module 5: General Patient Care Part 2

NHA Module 6: Infection Control and Safety

Mid Term Review

NHA Module 7: Point of Care Testing And Laboratory Procedures 

 

NHA Module 8: Phlebotomy

NHA Module 9: EKG and Cardiovascular Testing 

NHA Module 10: Patient Care Coordination and Education

CCMA Pre-Tests 1-2

NHA Module 11: Administrative Assisting

 

NHA Module 12: Communication and Customer Service 

 

NHA Module 13: Medical Law and Ethics

 

CCMA Pre-Tests 3-6

 

CCMA Certification Exam

 

Professional/

Employability Skills

Cover Letters

Resume Writing

Job Applications

Imbedded Activities:

Vital Signs

Intake Scenarios

Body System Diagram

Imbedded Activities:

Components of a medical record

Donning and Doffing

Imbedded Activities:

Order of draw - bracelet

Finger stick

Urine Collections and test

EKG electrode replacement

Recognize common rhythms

Imbedded Activities:

Insurance

Reviews and final tests

Required Project:

Pathophysiology

Required Project: Presentation which covers assisting with minor surgical proceduresRequired Project: Antecubital Fossa Anatomy Drawing AssignmentRequired Project: Community Service Research/Persuasive Project

Additional Activities:

Body System Diagram

Additional Activities: Create a complete new patient chart and Baseline tests

Additional Activities:Phlebotomy Order of Draw Bracelet

Suture removal

Practice Tests


 
Employability Skills:Located in Main Curriculum Folder   

Employability Skills:

-Professionalism

-Teamwork-Problem Solving

Employability Skills:

Patient- Centered Care 

( Demonstrates empathy + compassion)

Employability Skills:

-Communication Skills

-Self Management Skill

-Patient Education

Employability Skills:

-Civic and Social Responsibility

CHOICES 360 Activities L4   
Transferable Skills Checklist OR Personal Values & Priorities OR 
School Finder After High School Transition Plan