Clinical Medical Assistant

Course Requirements

Keyboarding Basics

Course Description:

Keyboarding Basics is an introduction to the computer keyboard and keyboarding techniques. Using drills and timed writings, this course helps students increase speed and accuracy to reach 30 WPM on a computer keyboard .

Certificate:

Completion of this course certifies proficient keyboarding skills based on a keyboarding competency exam. A Certificate of Skill Competence is available upon request.

This course fulfills requirements for the following Programs:

• Clinical Medical Assistant
• Phlebotomy Technician

Competencies (skills you will learn):

• Demonstrate proper keyboarding techniques
• Demonstrate ability to keyboard by touch
• Perform keyboarding rate of 30 WPM on a 5-minute timed writing with correction allowed

Course Structure

This is a competency-based course offered in open-entry/open-exit format.

Course Length:

The estimated length of this course is 30 hours. Actual course length will depend upon your schedule and your ability to master the subject material.

Course Location & Schedule:

Tooele Tech Campus
88 S. Tooele Blvd., Tooele
8 a.m. – 8 p.m. Monday – Thursday
8 a.m. – 12 p.m. Fridays

Admission Requirements

Students must be at least in the 9th grade.

Textbooks & Materials:

None

 

Tuition & Fees:

Tuition is based on the number of enrolled classroom hours. High school students are exempt from tuition, but are responsible for course and program fees and the cost of textbooks. Please visit the Tuition pages of this website or contact Student Services for current tuition and fee information. This course does not have an individual course fee, but please see the information sheet for your desired program for estimated total program tuition and fee costs.

Basic Computer Literacy

Course Description:

The Basic Computer Literacy course is designed to provide health care and customer service students with a basic knowledge of computer principles, hardware and software including Microsoft Word, Excel and Access.  These skills will enable the health care professional to use computer equipment and programs in use in today’s health care industry.

Certificate:

Completion of this course certifies proficient basic computer skills based on a score of 80% or higher on competency exams. A Certificate of Skill Competence is available upon request.

This course fulfills requirements for the following Programs:

• Clinical Medical Assistant
• Phlebotomy Technician

Competencies (skills you will learn):

• Identify computing fundamentals such as computer hardware, and operating systems Web Apps and the Cloud
• Understand Word Processing with Microsoft Word
• Understand Spreadsheet Applications with Microsoft Excel
• Understand Database Applications with Microsoft Access

Course Structure

This is a competency-based course offered in open-entry/open-exit format.

Course Length:

The estimated length of this course is 30 hours. Actual course length will depend upon your schedule and your ability to master the subject material.

Course Location & Schedule:

Tooele Tech Campus
88 S. Tooele Blvd., Tooele
8 a.m. – 8 p.m. Monday – Thursday
8 a.m. – 12 p.m. Fridays

Admission Requirements

Students must be at least be in the 9th grade.

Textbooks & Materials:

No text required

 

Tuition & Fees:

Tuition is based on the number of enrolled classroom hours. High school students are exempt from tuition, but are responsible for course and program fees and the cost of textbooks. Please visit the Tuition pages of this website or contact Student Services for current tuition and fee information. This course does not have an individual course fee, but please see the information sheet for your desired program for estimated total program tuition and fee costs.

Workplace Relations

Course Description:

This course provides students the tools to develop essential human-relation skills needed to maintain gainful and satisfying employment. Students will develop strategies for working through problematic areas found in the workforce including, solving problems; understanding relationships and diversity; increasing personal ethics; and developing strong personal, interpersonal, and human relation skills.

Certificate:

Completion of this course certifies proficient human-relation and problem solving skills based on a score of 80% or higher on competency exams. A Certificate of Skill Competence is available upon request.

This course fulfills requirements for the following Programs:

• Accounting Clerk
• Office Manager
• Executive Assistant
• Office Clerk
• Clinical Medical Assistant
• Phlebotomy Technician
• Network Administrator (MCSA)
• Network Engineer (CCNA)
• Networking Technician (Net +)
• Cosmetology/Barbering
• Barbering
• Nail Technician
• Heavy Duty Diesel Technician
• Welding Technician II
• Welding Technician III

Competencies (skills you will learn):

• Understand how attitude plays a role in effective communication
• Understand how to reduce stress through effective time management
• Identify and develop the soft skills needed to become an effective communicator
• Learn conflict resolution technicques to build positive relationships

Course Structure

This is a competency-based course offered in an open-entry/open-exit  format.

Course Length:

The estimated length of this course is 30 hours. Actual course length will depend upon your schedule and your ability to master the subject material.

Course Location & Schedule:

Tooele Tech Campus
88 S. Tooele Blvd., Tooele
8 a.m. – 8 p.m. Monday – Thursday
8 a.m. – 12 p.m. Fridays

Admission Requirements

Students must be at least in the 9th grade.

Textbooks & Materials:

None

Tuition & Fees:

Tuition is based on the number of enrolled classroom hours. High school students are exempt from tuition, but are responsible for course and program fees and the cost of textbooks. Please visit the Tuition pages of this website or contact Student Services for current tuition and fee information. This course does not have an individual course fee, but please see the information sheet for your desired program for estimated total program tuition and fee costs.

 

Introduction to Health Care

Course Description:

This course provides the student with an overview of the healthcare industry, and law, ethics and HIPAA privacy rules.

Certificate:

Completion of this course certifies proficient understanding of basic concepts and procedures for clinical medical assisting based on a score of 80% or higher on competency exams. A Certificate of Skill Competence is available upon request.

This course fulfills requirements for the following Programs:

• Clinical Medical Assistant
• Phlebotomy Technician

Competencies (skills you will learn):

• Understand the healthcare industry
• Understand law, ethics, and HIPAA privacy in the physician's office

Course Structure

This is a competency-based course offered in open-entry/open-exit format.

Course Length:

The estimated length of this course is 30 hours. Actual course length will depend upon your schedule and your ability to master the subject material.

Course Location & Schedule:

TATC Campus
88 S. Tooele Blvd., Tooele
8 a.m. – 8 p.m. Monday – Thursday
8 a.m. – 12 p.m. Fridays

Admission Requirements

Students must be at least 16 years old.

Textbooks & Materials:

Please check the Bookstore for required textbooks and prices.

Tuition & Fees:

Tuition is based on the number of enrolled classroom hours. High school students are exempt from tuition, but are responsible for course and program fees and the cost of textbooks. Please visit the Tuition pages of this website or contact Student Services for current tuition and fee information. This course does not have an individual course fee, but please see the information sheet for your desired program for estimated total program tuition and fee costs.

Medical Terminology for Medical Assistants

Course Description:

This course provides the student with the skills necessary to interpret and understand medical terminology, in order to be successful in the pursuit of health occupation careers. This is accomplished by utilizing a method of study that not only instructs the students in building medical terms but also gives the student immediate application in utilizing the medical term.

 

Certificate:

Completion of this course certifies proficient understanding of medical terminiology based on a score of 80% or higher on competency exams. A Certificate of Skill Competence is available upon request.

This course fulfills requirements for the following Programs:

• Clinical Medical Assistant

Competencies (skills you will learn):

• Identify basic structure of medical words
• Apply word building and definitions
• Use medical abbreviations
• Correctly use medical terminology

Course Structure

This is a competency-based course offered in open-entry/open-exit format.

Course Length:

The estimated length of this course is 80 hours. Actual course length will depend upon your schedule and your ability to master the subject material.

Course Location & Schedule:

TATC Campus
88 S. Tooele Blvd., Tooele
8 a.m. – 8 p.m. Monday – Thursday
8 a.m. – 12 p.m. Fridays

Admission Requirements

Students must be at least 16 years old.

Textbooks & Materials:

Please check the Bookstore for required books, and current prices.

Tuition & Fees:

Tuition is based on the number of enrolled classroom hours. High school students are exempt from tuition, but are responsible for course and program fees and the cost of textbooks. Please visit the Tuition pages of this website or contact Student Services for current tuition and fee information. This course does not have an individual course fee, but please see the information sheet for your desired program for estimated total program tuition and fee costs.

Medical Office Communication and Environment

Course Description:

This course teaches the basic skills needed to efficiently perform clerical functions in a medical office setting.

Certificate:

Completion of this course certifies proficient medical office communication skills based on a score of 80% or higher on competency exams. A Certificate of Skill Competence is available upon request.

This course fulfills requirements for the following Programs:

• Clinical Medical Assistant
• Phlebotomy Technician

Competencies (skills you will learn):

• Demonstrate proper telephone techniques
• Demonstrate office equipment proficiency
• File medical records
• Demonstrate how to open and close a medical office
• Write simple correspondence
• Make referrals
• Properly schedule patient appointments

Course Structure

This is a competency-based course offered in open-entry/open-exit format.

Course Length:

The estimated length of this course is 15 hours. Actual course length will depend upon your schedule and your ability to master the subject material.

Course Location & Schedule:

TATC Campus
88 S. Tooele Blvd., Tooele
8 a.m. – 8 p.m. Monday – Thursday
8 a.m. – 12 p.m. Fridays

Admission Requirements

Students must be at least 16 years old.

Textbooks & Materials:

Please check the Bookstore for required books, and current textbook prices.

Tuition & Fees:

Tuition is based on the number of enrolled classroom hours. High school students are exempt from tuition, but are responsible for course and program fees and the cost of textbooks. Please visit the Tuition pages of this website or contact Student Services for current tuition and fee information. This course does not have an individual course fee, but please see the information sheet for your desired program for estimated total program tuition and fee costs.

Phlebotomy Lab

Course Description:

This course provides a fundamental understanding of phlebotomy and enables the student to perform venipuncture using a Vacutainer or butterfly.

Certificate:

Completion of this course certifies proficient phlebotomy skills based on a score of 80% or higher on competency exams. A Certificate of Skill Competence is available upon request.

This course fulfills requirements for the following Programs:

• Clinical Medical Assistant
• Phlebotomy Technician

Competencies (skills you will learn):

• Learn to assist in Phlebotomy
• Understand the techniques of venipuncture

Course Structure

This is a competency-based course offered in open-entry/open-exit format.

Course Length:

The estimated length of this course is 30 hours. Actual course length will depend upon your schedule and your ability to master the subject material.

Course Location & Schedule:

TATC Campus
88 S. Tooele Blvd., Tooele
8 a.m. – 8 p.m. Monday – Thursday
8 a.m. – 12 p.m. Fridays

Admission Requirements

Students must be at least 16 years old and matriculated in the Phlebotomy Technician program.

Textbooks & Materials:

Please check the Bookstore for required books, and current textbook prices.

Tuition & Fees:

Tuition is based on the number of enrolled classroom hours. High school students are exempt from tuition, but are responsible for course and program fees and the cost of textbooks. Please visit the Tuition pages of this website or contact Student Services for current tuition and fee information. This course does not have an individual course fee, but please see the information sheet for your desired program for estimated total program tuition and fee costs.

Electronic Healthcare Records

Course Description:

This course provides the fundamentals of beginning and tracking patient records and office procedures using Electronic Healthcare Records (EHR) software.

Certificate:

Completion of this course certifies proficient patient record-keeping skills based on a score of 80% or higher on competency exams. A Certificate of Proficiency is available upon request.

This course fulfills requirements for the following Programs:

• Clinical Medical Assistant
• Phlebotomy Technician

Competencies (skills you will learn):

• Gain understanding of electronic healthcare records (EHRs) and the use of SimChart in the medical office
• Understand privacy, confidentiality and security of EHRs
• Learn to implement EHRs and their administrative and clinical use
• Understand using EHRs for reimbursement
• Understand the personal health record

Course Structure

This is a competency-based course offered in open-entry/open-exit format.

Course Length:

The estimated length of this course is 30 hours. Actual course length will depend upon your schedule and your ability to master the subject material.

Course Location & Schedule:

TATC Campus
88 S. Tooele Blvd., Tooele
8 a.m. – 8 p.m. Monday – Thursday
8 a.m. – 12 p.m. Fridays

Admission Requirements

Students must be at least 16 years old.

Textbooks & Materials:

Please see the Bookstore for required books, and current pricing.

Tuition & Fees:

Tuition is based on the number of enrolled classroom hours. High school students are exempt from tuition, but are responsible for course and program fees and the cost of textbooks. Please visit the Tuition pages of this website or contact Student Services for current tuition and fee information. This course does not have an individual course fee, but please see the information sheet for your desired program for estimated total program tuition and fee costs.

Emergency Preparedness, First Aid & CPR

Course Description:

This course teaches students critical skills and knowledge needed to respond to and manage a first aid or sudden cardiac arrest emergency in the first minutes until emergency medical services arrives.

Certificate:

Completion of this course certifies proficiency in performing CPR and providing basic first aid assistance. A Certificate of Skill Competence is available upon request.

This course fulfills requirements for the following Programs:

• Clinical Medical Assistant
• Phlebotomy Technician

Competencies (skills you will learn):

• Understand basic first aid and emergency preparedness
• Administer proper CPR techniques

Course Structure

This 10 hour course is a competency-based and offered in open-entry/open-exit format.

Course Length:

The estimated length of this course is 10 hours. Actual course length will depend upon your schedule and your ability to master the subject material.

Course Location & Schedule:

TATC Campus
88 S. Tooele Blvd., Tooele
8 a.m. – 8 p.m. Monday – Thursday
8 a.m. – 12 p.m. Fridays

Admission Requirements

Students must be at least 16 years old.

Textbooks & Materials:

Please check the Bookstore for required books, and current textbook prices.

Tuition & Fees:

Tuition is based on the number of enrolled classroom hours. High school students are exempt from tuition, but are responsible for course and program fees and the cost of textbooks. Please visit the Tuition pages of this website or contact Student Services for current tuition and fee information. This course does not have an individual course fee, but please see the information sheet for your desired program for estimated total program tuition and fee costs.

Hematology

Course Description:

This course teaches the student proper handling and performance of hematology/serology labs.

Certificate:

Completion of this course certifies proficient understanding of hemotology and serology based on a score of 80% or higher on competency exams. A Certificate of Skill Competence is available upon request.

This course fulfills requirements for the following Programs:

• Clinical Medical Assistant
• Phlebotomy Technician

Competencies (skills you will learn):

• Learn basic clinical laboratory procedures
• Learn basic microscope procedures and techniques
• Learn to analyze blood
• Perform capillary & venous blood tests

Course Structure

This is a competency-based course offered in open-entry/open-exit format.

Course Length:

The estimated length of this course is 20 hours. Actual course length will depend upon your schedule and your ability to master the subject material.

Course Location & Schedule:

TATC Campus
88 S. Tooele Blvd., Tooele
8 a.m. – 8 p.m. Monday – Thursday
8 a.m. – 12 p.m. Fridays

Admission Requirements

Students must be at least 16 years old, and matriculated into the Medical Office Laboratory Technician program.

Textbooks & Materials:

Please check the Bookstore for required books, and current textbook prices.

Tuition & Fees:

Tuition is based on the number of enrolled classroom hours. High school students are exempt from tuition, but are responsible for course and program fees and the cost of textbooks. Please visit the Tuition pages of this website or contact Student Services for current tuition and fee information. This course does not have an individual course fee, but please see the information sheet for your desired program for estimated total program tuition and fee costs.

Microbiology

Course Description:

This course teaches the student proper handling and performance of microbiology and urinalysis testing.

Certificate:

Completion of this course certifies proficient microbiology and urinalysis skills based on a score of 80% or higher on competency exams. A Certificate of Skill Competence is available upon request.

This course fulfills requirements for the following Programs:

• Clinical Medical Assistant
• Phlebotomy Technician

Competencies (skills you will learn):

• Properly collect microbiological specimens including throat and wound cultures
• Properly plate specimens
• Properly perform a bacterial smear
• Properly perform a Gram stain
• Properly Instruct a patient for the collection of a clean-catch urine
• Properly Instruct a patient for the collection of a for a 24-hour urine
• Properly apply a pediatric urine collector
• Properly perform a urine dipstick and understand the test implications
• Properly perform a microscopic urine
• Properly Instruct a patient for the collection of a sputum specimen
• Properly Instruct a patient for the collection of a stool specimen

Course Structure

This is a competency-based course offered in open-entry/open-exit format.

Course Length:

The estimated length of this course is 20 hours. Actual course length will depend upon your schedule and your ability to master the subject material.

Course Location & Schedule:

TATC Campus
88 S. Tooele Blvd., Tooele
8 a.m. – 8 p.m. Monday – Thursday
8 a.m. – 12 p.m. Fridays

Admission Requirements

Students must be at least 16 years old, and a matriculated student in the Medical Office Laboratory Technician, or Clinical Medical Assisting program.

Textbooks & Materials:

Please check the Bookstore for required books, and current textbook prices.

Tuition & Fees:

Tuition is based on the number of enrolled classroom hours. High school students are exempt from tuition, but are responsible for course and program fees and the cost of textbooks. Please visit the Tuition pages of this website or contact Student Services for current tuition and fee information. This course does not have an individual course fee, but please see the information sheet for your desired program for estimated total program tuition and fee costs.

Assisting in Minor Office Surgery

Course Description:

This course focuses on how to set up a sterile field and assisting the physician with many procedures including circumcisions and suturing of simple lacerations. You will assist in properly labeling and transporting of a biopsy.

Certificate:

Completion of this course certifies proficient Medical Assisting skills in minor office surgery based on a score of 80% or higher on competency exams. A Certificate of Skill Competence is available upon request.

This course fulfills requirements for the following Programs:

• Clinical Medical Assistant

Competencies (skills you will learn):

• Understand the vocabulary and terminology of minor office surgery
• Understand procedures and protocol for setting up a sterile field
• Know how to open a sterile pack and setup the instruments for the surgery
• Know the names and uses of surgical instruments used in a medical office
• Perform proper hand washing and donning of gloves
• Understand how to operate an autoclave for sterilization
• Properly perform patient education on surgeries and obtaining consents

Course Structure

This is a competency-based course offered in open-entry/open-exit format.

Course Length:

The estimated length of this course is 20 hours. Actual course length will depend upon your schedule and your ability to master the subject material.

Course Location & Schedule:

Tooele Tech Campus
88 S. Tooele Blvd., Tooele
8 a.m. – 8 p.m. Monday – Thursday
8 a.m. – 12 p.m. Fridays

Admission Requirements

Students must be at least 16 years old, and a matriculated student in the Clinical Medical Assisting program.

Textbooks & Materials:

Please check the Bookstore for required books, and current textbook prices.

Tuition & Fees:

Tuition is based on the number of enrolled classroom hours. High school students are exempt from tuition, but are responsible for course and program fees and the cost of textbooks. Please visit the Tuition pages of this website or contact Student Services for current tuition and fee information. This course does not have an individual course fee, but please see the information sheet for your desired program for estimated total program tuition and fee costs.

Anatomy and Physiology

Course Description:

Anatomy and physiology is the study of the structure and function of the human body. This course includes a review of all organ systems including disease processes and diagnostic treatment modalities.

Certificate:

Completion of this course certifies proficient understanding of human anatomy and physiology based on a score of 80% or higher on competency exams. A Certificate of Skill Competence is available upon request.

This course fulfills requirements for the following Programs:

• Clinical Medical Assistant

Competencies (skills you will learn):

• Understand the anatomy and physiology of all body systems
• Identify common pathology/diseases
• Understand diagnostic/treatment modalities

Course Structure

This is a competency-based course offered in open-entry/open-exit format.

Course Length:

The estimated length of this course is 100 hours. Actual course length will depend upon your schedule and your ability to master the subject material

Course Location & Schedule:

Tooele Tech Campus
88 S. Tooele Blvd., Tooele
8 a.m. – 8 p.m. Monday – Thursday
8 a.m. – 12 p.m. Fridays

Admission Requirements

Students must be at least 16 years old.

Textbooks & Materials:

Please check the Bookstore for required books, and current textbook prices.

Tuition & Fees:

Tuition is based on the number of enrolled classroom hours. High school students are exempt from tuition, but are responsible for course and program fees and the cost of textbooks. Please visit the Tuition pages of this website or contact Student Services for current tuition and fee information. This course does not have an individual course fee, but please see the information sheet for your desired program for estimated total program tuition and fee costs.

Insurance, Financial Procedures & Patient Scheduling

Course Description:

This course exposes the clinical medical assistant to medical office financial procedures.

Certificate:

Completion of this course certifies proficient understanding of human anatomy and physiology based on a score of 80% or higher on competency exams. A Certificate of Skill Competence is available upon request.

This course fulfills requirements for the following Programs:

• Clinical Medical Assistant

Competencies (skills you will learn):

• Learn the basics of diagnostic coding and procedural coding
• Learn the basics of health insurance
• Learn billing and banking procedures
• Learn medical practice management

Course Structure

This is a competency-based course offered in open-entry/open-exit format.

Course Length:

The estimated length of this course is 30 hours. Actual course length will depend upon your schedule and your ability to master the subject material.

Course Location & Schedule:

TATC Campus
88 S. Tooele Blvd., Tooele
8 a.m. – 8 p.m. Monday – Thursday
8 a.m. – 12 p.m. Fridays

Admission Requirements

Students must be at least 16 years old.

Textbooks & Materials:

Please check the Bookstore for required books, and current textbook prices.

Tuition & Fees:

Tuition is based on the number of enrolled classroom hours. High school students are exempt from tuition, but are responsible for course and program fees and the cost of textbooks. Please visit the Tuition pages of this website or contact Student Services for current tuition and fee information. This course does not have an individual course fee, but please see the information sheet for your desired program for estimated total program tuition and fee costs.

Patient Examination, Pharmacology, and Diagnostic Procedures

Course Description:

This course teaches the student to take a medical history and prepare the patient for the medical provider’s examination.

Certificate:

Completion of each course certifies proficient Medical Assisting skills within the specific medical specialty based on a score of 80% or higher on competency exams. A Certificate of Skill Competence is available upon request.

This course fulfills requirements for the following Programs:

• Clinical Medical Assistant

Competencies (skills you will learn):

• Take a proper medical history
• Communicate and promote nutrition, health and wellness
• Learn the principles of pharmacology
• Administering medications
• Learn diagnostic imaging

Course Structure

This is a competency-based course offered in open-entry/open-exit format.

Course Length:

The estimated length of this course is 45 hours. Actual course length will depend upon your schedule and your ability to master the subject material.

Course Location & Schedule:

TTECH Campus
88 S. Tooele Blvd., Tooele
8 a.m. – 8 p.m. Monday – Thursday
8 a.m. – 12 p.m. Fridays

Admission Requirements

Students must be at least 16 years old and enrolled in the Clinical Medical Assistant program.

Textbooks & Materials:

Check the Bookstore for required books, and current textbook prices.

Tuition & Fees:

Tuition is based on the number of enrolled classroom hours. High school students are exempt from tuition, but are responsible for course and program fees and the cost of textbooks. Please visit the Tuition pages of this website or contact Student Services for current tuition and fee information. This course does not have an individual course fee, but please see the information sheet for your desired program for estimated total program tuition and fee costs.

Cardiology Examination

Course Description:

This course provides the student with an understanding of heart anatomy and electrical physiology. The student will be able to properly perform ECGs.

Certificate:

Completion of this course certifies proficient understanding of cardiology and ECG procedures and skills based on a score of 80% or higher on competency exams. A Certificate of Skill Competence is available upon request.

This course fulfills requirements for the following Programs:

• Clinical Medical Assistant

Competencies (skills you will learn):

• Properly perform 25 ECGs
• Explain how to properly place a Holter monitor
• Explain the parts of an ECG tracing
• Recognize common cardiac arrhythmias

Course Structure

This is a competency-based course offered in open-entry/open-exit format.

Course Length:

The estimated length of this course is 25 hours. Actual course length will depend upon your schedule and your ability to master the subject material.

Course Location & Schedule:

Tooele Tech 88 S. Tooele Blvd., Tooele
8 a.m. – 8 p.m. Monday – Thursday
8 a.m. – 12 p.m. Fridays

Admission Requirements

Students must be at least 16 years old.

Textbooks & Materials:

Please check the Bookstore for required books, and current textbook prices.

Tuition & Fees:

Tuition is based on the number of enrolled classroom hours. High school students are exempt from tuition, but are responsible for course and program fees and the cost of textbooks. Please visit the Tuition pages of this website or contact Student Services for current tuition and fee information. This course does not have an individual course fee, but please see the information sheet for your desired program for estimated total program tuition and fee costs.

Urology, Reproductive and Neurology, and Psychiartry

Course Description:

This course has three focus areas:

• The urinary system and the functions and structure of the kidney.  Students will learn how the bladder functions and the many tests done with urine. These tests can reveal diseases of the bladder or kidneys, systemic metabolic or endocrine disorders.
• The male and female reproduction systems. You will learn the basic anatomy and physiology of the renal male reproductive system. You will learn about the basic anatomy and physiology of the female reproductive system. You will study pregnancy and labor. You will learn about the signs and symptoms of disease in the reproductive systems and their treatment.
• The neurological system, the brain’s anatomy and the neurological disorders and diseases of the nervous system. It also deals with the physiology of the nervous system and the peripheral nervous system, symptoms and diagnosing procedures.

Certificate:

Completion of this course certifies proficient Medical Assisting skills in the urologic, reproductive and neurology examinations based on a score of 80% or higher on competency exams. A Certificate of Skill Competence is available upon request.

This course fulfills requirements for the following Programs:

• Clinical Medical Assistant

Competencies (skills you will learn):

• Understand the vocabulary and terminology used in urology
• Understand the anatomy and physiology of the kidneys, ureters, bladder and urethra
• How to administer tests including routine UA and pregnancy tests
• Understand the diagnostic process and treatment of urinary problems
• Properly perform patient education for the urologic system
• Understand the vocabulary and terminology and anatomy and physiology of reproductive systems
• Understand diagnosis and treatment for the reproductive systems
• Properly perform patient education for treatment of the reproductive systems
• Understand the vocabulary and terminology used in neurology
• Understand the symptoms, diagnosing, testing and treatment, such as EMG/NCV, MRI and venipunctures
• Proper sterile tray setups for sterile injections, procedures, EEG testing and lumbar puncture assistance
• Properly perform patient education for the neurologic system

Course Structure

This is a competency-based course offered in open-entry/open-exit format.

Course Length:

The estimated length of this course is 45 hours. Actual course length will depend upon your schedule and your ability to master the subject material.

Course Location & Schedule:

TATC Campus
88 S. Tooele Blvd., Tooele
8 a.m. – 8 p.m. Monday – Thursday
8 a.m. – 12 p.m. Fridays

Admission Requirements

Students must be at least 16 years old and matriculated in the Clinical Medical Assistant program.

Textbooks & Materials:

Check the Bookstore for required books and current textbook prices.

Tuition & Fees:

Tuition is based on the number of enrolled classroom hours. High school students are exempt from tuition, but are responsible for course and program fees and the cost of textbooks. Please visit the Tuition pages of this website or contact Student Services for current tuition and fee information. This course does not have an individual course fee, but please see the information sheet for your desired program for estimated total program tuition and fee costs.

Pediatric and Gastroenterology

Course Description:

This course focuses on assisting the health care provider with infants and children. It includes learning how to take vital signs, weight and measurements. Students will learn how to administer vaccines to infants and children, and also covers disorders of the digestive system and its disorders.

Certificate:

Completion of this course certifies proficient Medical Assisting skills in the pediatric examination and gastroenterology and digestive system based on a score of 80% or higher on competency exams. A Certificate of Skill Competence is available upon request.

This course fulfills requirements for the following Programs:

• Clinical Medical Assistant

Competencies (skills you will learn):

• The vocabulary and terminology used in pediatrics
• Understand how to take vital signs of infants and children
• Learn how to weigh and measure infants and children for recording on growth charts
• Understand how to record and administer immunizations and vaccines to infants and children
• Will be able to perform PKU testing and assist with circumcisions
• Properly perform parent and patient education for pediatric procedures
• Understand gastroenterology and the digestive system

Course Structure

This is a competency-based course offered in open-entry/open-exit format.

Course Length:

The estimated length of this course is 30 hours. Actual course length will depend upon your schedule and your ability to master the subject material.

Course Location & Schedule:

TTECH Campus
88 S. Tooele Blvd., Tooele
8 a.m. – 8 p.m. Monday – Thursday
8 a.m. – 12 p.m. Fridays

Admission Requirements

Students must be at least 16 years old and enrolled in the Clinical Medical Assistant program.

Textbooks & Materials:

Check the Bookstore for required books, and current textbook prices.

Tuition & Fees:

Tuition is based on the number of enrolled classroom hours. High school students are exempt from tuition, but are responsible for course and program fees and the cost of textbooks. Please visit the Tuition pages of this website or contact Student Services for current tuition and fee information. This course does not have an individual course fee, but please see the information sheet for your desired program for estimated total program tuition and fee costs.

Pulmonary and Immunology

Course Description:

Within the Clinical Medical Assisting Program are courses that each focus on medical assisting within a specific medical area or specialty. Pulmonary and Immunology Examination is one of these specialties. This course focuses on allergy and immunology. Immunology is the study of components of the immune system and their function.

Certificate:

Completion of this course certifies proficient Medical Assisting skills in the allergy/immunology examination based on a score of 80% or higher on competency exams. A Certificate of Skill Competence is available upon request.

This course fulfills requirements for the following Programs:

• Clinical Medical Assistant

Competencies (skills you will learn):

• Understand the vocabulary and terminology of the immune system
• Understand the pathophysiology of the immune system
• Understand HIV testing and legal issues with this disease
• Be able to administer injections for allergy testing
• Know how to give allergy injections and recognize anaphylactic shock
• Properly perform patient education in allergies and immunology

Course Structure

This is a competency-based course offered in open-entry/open-exit format.

Course Length:

The estimated length of this course is 30 hours. Actual course length will depend upon your schedule and your ability to master the subject material.

Course Location & Schedule:

TTECH Campus
88 S. Tooele Blvd., Tooele
8 a.m. – 8 p.m. Monday – Thursday
8 a.m. – 12 p.m. Fridays

Admission Requirements

Students must be at least 16 years old and enrolled in the Clinical Medical Assisting program.

Textbooks & Materials:

Please check the Bookstore for required books, and current textbook prices.

Tuition & Fees:

Tuition is based on the number of enrolled classroom hours. High school students are exempt from tuition, but are responsible for course and program fees and the cost of textbooks. Please visit the Tuition pages of this website or contact Student Services for current tuition and fee information. This course does not have an individual course fee, but please see the information sheet for your desired program for estimated total program tuition and fee costs.

Orthopedic, Musculoskeletal and Dermatology

Course Description:

This course focuses on understanding orthopedic medicine, and the musculoskeletal and dermatology systems, which includes all the bones, muscles, joints and supportive tissues and connective tissues. You will learn the anatomy and physiology of the cartilage, tendons, and ligaments. And gain an understanding of the integumentary system, including the skin and its accessory organs. Dermatology also deals with the hair, the nails, sweat glands and the subcutaneous tissue that lies beneath the skin.You will assist in diagnosis and treatment of injuries and diseases of the musculoskeletal system. You will learn the names of all the bones in the body and distinguish between different kinds of fractures.

Certificate:

Completion of this course certifies proficient Medical Assisting skills in the orthopedic, musculoskeletal and dermatology examinations based on a score of 80% or higher on competency exams. A Certificate of Skill Competence is available upon request.

This course fulfills requirements for the following Programs:

• Clinical Medical Assistant

Competencies (skills you will learn):

• Understand the vocabulary and terminology of the orthopedic, musculoskeletal and dermatology systems
• Understand the common diseases and disorders of the system
• Proper application and removal of splints, casts, wraps and braces
• Perform patient training on proper use of durable medical equipment
• Understand the physiology of the integumentary system and how it works
• Recognize skin disorders and diseases
• Recognize signs and symptoms, diagnostic testing of the integumentary system
• Properly perform patient education for the integumentary system

Course Structure

This is a competency-based course offered in open-entry/open-exit format.

Course Length:

The estimated length of this course is 30 hours. Actual course length will depend upon your schedule and your ability to master the subject material.

Course Location & Schedule:

TATC Campus
88 S. Tooele Blvd., Tooele
8 a.m. – 8 p.m. Monday – Thursday
8 a.m. – 12 p.m. Fridays

Admission Requirements

Students must be at least 16 years old and matriculated in the Clinical Medical Assisting program.

Textbooks & Materials:

Check the Bookstore for required books, and current textbook prices.

Tuition & Fees:

Tuition is based on the number of enrolled classroom hours. High school students are exempt from tuition, but are responsible for course and program fees and the cost of textbooks. Please visit the Tuition pages of this website or contact Student Services for current tuition and fee information. This course does not have an individual course fee, but please see the information sheet for your desired program for estimated total program tuition and fee costs.

ENT and Endocrinology

Course Description:

The endocrine system includes ductless glands or the glands of internal secretion, such as: pineal gland, hypothalamus, pituitary, thyroid, parathyroid, adrenal glands, and pancreas. You will learn all how all these glands function and treatments for diseases of the endocrine system.

ENT stands for ears, nose and throat. You will assist the physician that treats the ears, including setting up hearing tests and balance tests. You will learn about diseases of the ears, also those pertaining to the nose, nasal obstruction, deviated septums and diseases of the nasal cavity and thoracic cage. You will assist in treating throat problems, including tonsillitis and chronic strep throat.

Certificate:

Completion of this course certifies proficient Medical Assisting skills in the ENT and endocrinology examination based on a score of 80% or higher on competency exams. A Certificate of Skill Competence is available upon request.

 

This course fulfills requirements for the following Programs:

• Clinical Medical Assistant

Competencies (skills you will learn):

• Understand the vocabulary and terminology of the endocrine system
• Understand the mechanism of hormone action
• Differentiate among common endocrine disorders
• Outline the treatment plan and management of diabetes mellitus
• Perform blood glucose screening with a glucometer
• Summarize patient education approaches to diabetes
• Understand the vocabulary and terminology of the ENT field
• Understand the anatomy and physiology of the ears, nose and throat
• Work with patients with diseases of ENT
• Understand how to properly administer drops to the ears and eyes
• Know how to properly perform and ear irrigation
• Know how to properly use an otoscope audiometer
• Properly perform patient education for the ears, nose and throat

Course Structure

This is a competency-based course offered in open-entry/open-exit format.

Course Length:

The estimated length of this course is 30 hours. Actual course length will depend upon your schedule and your ability to master the subject material.

Course Location & Schedule:

TTECH Campus
88 S. Tooele Blvd., Tooele
8 a.m. – 8 p.m. Monday – Thursday
8 a.m. – 12 p.m. Fridays

Admission Requirements

Students must be at least 16 years old, and enrolled in the Medical Office Laboratory Technician program.

Textbooks & Materials:

Check the Bookstore for required books, and current textbook prices.

Tuition & Fees:

Tuition is based on the number of enrolled classroom hours. High school students are exempt from tuition, but are responsible for course and program fees and the cost of textbooks. Please visit the Tuition pages of this website or contact Student Services for current tuition and fee information. This course does not have an individual course fee, but please see the information sheet for your desired program for estimated total program tuition and fee costs.

Oncology, Language Final Exam and MA Final Exam

Course Description:

Oncology is the scientific and medical study of neoplasm. An Oncologist is a specialist in oncology, the branch of medicine dealing with tumors. You will learn how to assist in the diagnosis and treatment of benign and malignant tumors.

Certificate:

Completion of this course certifies proficient Medical Assisting skills in the oncology examination based on a score of 80% or higher on competency exams.

This course fulfills requirements for the following Programs:

• Clinical Medical Assistant

Competencies (skills you will learn):

• Understand the vocabulary and terminology of oncology
• Learn how to identify different types of cancer and their treatment
• Understand the tests order and diagnosis
• Work with patient cases in oncology
• Know how to schedule referrals for diagnostic tests, biopsies and ultrasounds
• Properly perform patient education for oncology problems

Course Structure

This is a competency-based course offered in open-entry/open-exit format.

Course Length:

The estimated length of this course is 25 hours. Actual course length will depend upon your schedule and your ability to master the subject material.

 

Course Location & Schedule:

TTECH Campus
88 S. Tooele Blvd., Tooele
8 a.m. – 8 p.m. Monday – Thursday
8 a.m. – 12 p.m. Fridays

Admission Requirements

Students must be at least 16 years old, and enrolled in the Clinical Medical Assistant Technician program.

Textbooks & Materials:

Check the Bookstore for required books, and current textbook prices.

Tuition & Fees:

Tuition is based on the number of enrolled classroom hours. High school students are exempt from tuition, but are responsible for course and program fees and the cost of textbooks. Please visit the Tuition pages of this website or contact Student Services for current tuition and fee information. This course does not have an individual course fee, but please see the information sheet for your desired program for estimated total program tuition and fee costs.

Employment Communication

Course Description:

This course teaches effective job search methods and tools.  The student will learn to design an effective resume and cover letter and learn effective interview and follow-up techniques.

Certificate:

Completion of this course certifies proficient job seeking skills based on a score of 80% or higher on competency exams. A Certificate of Skill Competence is available upon request.

This course fulfills requirements for the following Programs:

• Accounting Clerk
• Office Manager
• Executive Assistant
• Office Clerk
• Clinical Medical Assistant

Competencies (skills you will learn):

• Complete a job application form
• Develop a current resume
• Create a letter of application
• Perform successfully in an interview
• Demonstrate appropriate follow-up procedures

Course Structure

This is a competency-based course offered in open-entry/open-exit format.

Course Length:

The estimated length of this course is 30 hours. Actual course length will depend upon your schedule and your ability to master the subject material.

Course Location & Schedule:

Tooele Tech Campus
88 S. Tooele Blvd., Tooele
8 a.m. – 8 p.m. Monday – Thursday
8 a.m. – 12 p.m. Fridays

 

Admission Requirements

Students must be at least in the 9th grade.

Textbooks & Materials:

Please check the Bookstore for required books, and current pricing.

Tuition & Fees:

Tuition is based on the number of enrolled classroom hours. High school students are exempt from tuition, but are responsible for course and program fees and the cost of textbooks. Please visit the Tuition pages of this website or contact Student Services for current tuition and fee information. This course does not have an individual course fee, but please see the information sheet for your desired program for estimated total program tuition and fee costs.

 

CMA Externship

Course Description:

Clinicals, externships and internships provide opportunities for students to demonstrate their administrative and clinical skills in a health care setting. Students will demonstrate knowledge of medical terminology, basic anatomy and physiology, effective communication with the health care provider staff and patients. Students will also demonstrate knowledge and competency of medical assisting front office administrative skills to include clerical aspects, insurance filing, communications, ethical issues, electronic recordkeeping and inventory management. In the Clinical Medical Assistant program, an externship is required in order to provide students with the training and experience they need to meet industry requirements and pass certifications. They will be able to demonstrate knowledge of job readiness in all basic medical assisting skills.

Certificate:

Completion of the clinical course, along with all of the other courses in the CMA Program, will certify proficiency in the skills by a Clinical Medical Assistant. A Certificate of Skill Competence is available upon request.

This course fulfills requirements for the following Programs:

• Clinical Medical Assistant

Competencies (skills you will learn):

• Demonstrate knowledge and competency of medical assisting front office administrative skills
• Demonstrate knowledge of medical terminology and equipment
• Demonstrate knowledge of clinical skills in a variety of settings: medical asepsis principles and patient care
• Demonstrate specimen collection and diagnostic testing
• Demonstrate knowledge of job readiness in all basic medical assisting skills

Course Structure

This is a competency-based course offered in a defined format. Students will consider the clinical practice as if it were their job. They will be expected to arrive on time and stay until the clinical is over.

Course Length:

The length of this course is 160 hours.

Course Location & Schedule:

TATC Campus
88 S. Tooele Blvd., Tooele
8 a.m. – 8 p.m. Monday – Thursday
8 a.m. – 12 p.m. Fridays

Admission Requirements

Students must be at least 18 years old, and have completed a background check and drug screen prior to this externship.

Textbooks & Materials:

None

 

Tuition & Fees:

Tuition is based on the number of enrolled classroom hours. High school students are exempt from tuition, but are responsible for course and program fees and the cost of textbooks. Please visit the Tuition pages of this website or contact Student Services for current tuition and fee information. This course does not have an individual course fee, but please see the information sheet for your desired program for estimated total program tuition and fee costs.