{"id":12957,"date":"2020-07-14T20:48:33","date_gmt":"2020-07-14T20:48:33","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/bryanu.edu\/?p=12957"},"modified":"2020-07-20T19:36:44","modified_gmt":"2020-07-20T19:36:44","slug":"what-youll-learn-through-our-medical-assistant-associate-degree","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/bryanu.edu\/blog\/what-youll-learn-through-our-medical-assistant-associate-degree\/","title":{"rendered":"What You\u2019ll Learn Through Our Medical Assistant Associate Degree"},"content":{"rendered":"

Considering a career in the medical field? A <\/span>medical assistant associate degree<\/span><\/a> from Bryan University gives you a gateway into the expanding field of allied health. Becoming a medical assistant can be rewarding, hands-on, and can advance your career. In today\u2019s blog from Bryan University, we highlight what you\u2019ll learn while pursuing this degree.<\/span><\/p>\n

Related Post: <\/span>Your Career, Your Future: Medical Assistant Programs<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n

Pharmacology<\/span><\/h2>\n

After taking introductory courses on medical terminology and anatomy, you\u2019ll have the opportunity to learn about pathophysiology at Bryan University. Pathophysiology is a study of how normal physiology processes are altered by disease. This course will include causes of disease in all parts of the body, pain management and holistic health. Medical assistants will need to know what kind of pain someone is feeling and where to help assess what a patient needs to do next in a healthcare facility.<\/span><\/p>\n

Pharmacology<\/span><\/h2>\n

Students in pharmacology class will discuss the various types of drugs and become familiar with the forms by which medications are administered. The student will learn to identify the most common medications by classification and the body system that they are most commonly used for. Medical assistants may need to know how to spell the names of certain drugs as they take down patient information.<\/span><\/p>\n

Clinical<\/span><\/h2>\n

The clinical course for Bryan University\u2019s medical assistant associate degree in applied science instructs students in routine procedures for the physical exam. Proficiency will be developed in taking vital signs, including blood pressure readings, temperature, pulse, and respiration. Students will learn and practice draping for physical exams, aseptic techniques, measurements and taking the medical history.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Certification Preparation<\/span><\/h2>\n

Bryan University\u2019s medical assistant associate degree prepares you to take the American Medical Technologist\u2019s CMAS certification exam. The certification preparation course will include basic theory review, self-evaluation, and answers and rationales.<\/span><\/p>\n

Medical Assistant Externship<\/span><\/h2>\n

A medical assistant externship assigns you to a physician\u2019s office, clinic, or another healthcare setting where you\u2019ll utilize the essential skills you developed throughout the program. This experience is designed to provide you with actual on-the-job learning activities in the medical back office environment under the direct supervision of local healthcare professionals.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Related Post: <\/span>Reasons Why You Should Pursue a Medical Assistant Degree<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n

Medical Assistant Associate Degree at Bryan University<\/span><\/h2>\n

Bryan University\u2019s Medical Assistant Associate Degree will prepare you for an exciting career in allied health. Call Bryan University toll-free at 1-855-862-0755 or <\/span>enroll now<\/span><\/a> to explore the endless possibilities!<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

Considering a career in the medical field? A medical assistant associate degree from Bryan University gives you a gateway into the expanding field of allied health. Becoming a medical assistant can be rewarding, hands-on, and can advance your career. In … <\/p>\n

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