The Clinical Medical Assisting online certification course from Adelphi University is designed to prepare students to function as professionals in various healthcare settings. This comprehensive program equips learners with the necessary skills to perform clinical tasks such as administering medications, assisting with minor procedures, conducting electrocardiograms (EKGs), obtaining laboratory specimens, and educating patients. Graduates of this program are well-prepared for employment opportunities in physician's offices, clinics, hospitals, and outpatient facilities.

Program Objectives:

Upon completion of this program, learners will be able to:

• Explain the role of a clinical medical assistant in patient-centered care within a medical facility.
• Assist with minor surgery and diagnostic testing procedures, including laboratory procedures and specimen collection.
• Apply electrophysiologic principles to cardiac conduction and accurately interpret EKG readings.
• Identify common cardiac dysrhythmias and interpret EKG rhythm strips.
• Describe diagnostic electrocardiography procedures and interpret 12-lead EKG strips.
• Explain specimen collection procedures performed by phlebotomy technicians and ensure safety protocols.
• Describe legal, ethical, and regulatory issues impacting phlebotomy procedures.
• Prepare for leading national certification exams, including the National Healthcareer Association (NHA) Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA) exam.

Optional Volunteer Externship Opportunity:

Learners who complete this program have the option to participate in an optional volunteer externship opportunity with a local company, agency, or organization aligned with the study area. This externship provides valuable hands-on experience, and learners will be guided by an Externship Coordinator throughout the placement process.

Note: Additional documentation such as health records, immunizations, drug screenings, and criminal background checks may be required by the externship facility.