3credit hour(s)Prerequisite:COMM 2120 + HIT 1020 + HLTH 1010 + MA 1010 Pre- or corequisite: (HLTH 1001 or HLTH 1003) Corequisite:MA 1030 + MA 1092 + MA 1520 + MA 1592 Introduction to the clinical role of the medical assistant in medical office/clinic settings with skills and knowledge development in positive patient interactions, dosage calculations, principles of pharmacology and medication administration, infection control, patient coaching, nutrition and health promotion.