Belmont College Medical Assisting Certificate St. Clairsville, Ohio

The Medical Assisting Certificate Program at Belmont College equips students with essential skills for administrative functions, clinical responsibilities, patient care, health and safety practices, medical business procedures, and interpersonal communication. The program includes a practicum experience for hands-on learning at a local healthcare facility.

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Key Skills Taught:

• Administrative Functions: Scheduling, insurance coordination, accounts management, and patient documentation
• Clinical Responsibilities: Vital sign recording, patient histories, medication administration, ECGs, urinalysis, and venipuncture
• Patient Care: Focus on patient teaching and HIPAA compliance
• Health and Safety: Training in policies to prevent illness and injury
• Medical Business Practices: Knowledge of coding and billing in medical settings
• Interpersonal Skills: Communication, cultural competence, and working with diverse populations
• Practicum Experience: Hands-on learning with a 160-hour practicum

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Features Offered:

• Certification eligibility for CMA or RMA exams
• Accreditation by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs
• Uniform Guidelines for clinical settings
• Clinical Experience at various healthcare facilities
• Required Documents to ensure understanding of program expectations and compliance with healthcare standards

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For more information, contact Amanda Piegan, CMA, MPA at apiegan@belmontcollege.edu or 740.699.3846.

The Medical Assisting Certificate program at Belmont College is a 12 months program.

Belmont College is a higher education institution known for its commitment to student-focused learning and personal growth. With a diverse range of programs, Belmont College prepares students for successful careers and a fulfilling life.