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Provider Information

Name:

Indiana University

Provider Location Address:

3400 Broadway Ave
Gary, IN 46408

Provider Location Status:

Staff Approved

URL:

https://northwest.iu.edu/adult-education/index.html

Summary

Description Description

Qualifications of Instructors:

Tammy Stanson

Tammy Stanson, RMA(AMT), CMA(AAMA), is a highly experienced and dedicated medical professional possessing over two decades of strong knowledge in medical assistant education, instruction, and practice. With her vast experience in clinical, administrative, and educational settings, Tammy began in 1996 as a Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) and has spent her career in family medicine and urgent care.

Throughout her career, Tammy has not only worked as a CMA but also as a medical assisting instructor, demonstrating her commitment to creating a supportive and team-driven environment for students while enabling them to achieve their educational goals.

Tammy is passionate about excellent patient care and is committed to ensuring the next generations of medical assistants are prepared for the ever-changing healthcare industry. With expertise in educational methodology, teaching, and student success, Tammy is well-equipped to guide students through their Medical Assisting program and prepare them for successful careers.

Nancy Smith

Nancy Smith has over 30 years of experience in the healthcare industry. Her clinical experience includes working as a medical assistant for a network of rural health clinics, and as a medical coder, insurance claims specialist, and medical records auditor. She worked as a medical office manager for ten years, where she recruited and trained all medical assistants. Nancy holds a bachelor's degree in vocational education and has developed and taught medical assistant programs.

Hilary Khouri

Hilary Khouri has ten years of experience in the medical field. After college, she began her medical career working in the front office of a group practice handling daily administrative tasks. Her medical experience also includes working at a healthcare consulting firm, where she reviewed electronic health records for completeness and educated providers on documentation improvement in addition to performing risk adjustment coding. She holds a bachelor's in fashion merchandising from Indiana University of Pennsylvania and is a Certified Billing and Coding Specialist (CBCS) through the University of Alabama.

Program Description:

Students will learn the professional traits and responsibilities to become a vital part of the healthcare team in a medical office, clinic, hospital, and other healthcare settings. Students will also be prepared for the Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA) exam.

Course Outline:

Medical Terminology
Introduction to Medical Terminology
The Musculoskeletal System
The Cardiovascular System
The Lymphatic and Immune Systems
The Respiratory System
The Digestive System
The Urinary System
The Nervous System
The Special Senses The Eyes and Ears
The Integumentary System
The Endocrine System
The Reproductive System
Diagnostic Procedures, Nuclear Medicine, Pharmacology

Certified Clinical Medical Assistant
Medical Assisting Foundations
Professional Behavior
Legal and Ethical Issues
The Art of Communicating
Telecommunications, Telephone Professionalism, and Telephone Techniques
Written Communications
Medical Office Environment
Patient Scheduling
Managing Medical Records
Introduction to Health Insurance
Medical Coding: An Overview
Patient Accounts
Insurance Claims, Patient Billing, and Collections
Daily Financial Practices
Managing the Office
Pharmacology
Pathophysiology
Infection Control and Medical Asepsis
The Chief Complaint and Patient History
Body Measurements and Vital Signs
Preparing for Examinations
The Complete Physical Examination (CPE)
Specialty Examinations and Procedures
The Physician's Office Laboratory (POL)
Specimen Collection and Processing
Introduction to Phlebotomy
Diagnostic Testing
Minor Office Surgeries
Medication Dosage Calculations
Administering Medications
Emergencies in the Medical Office
First Aid Procedures and Mental Health Issues
Rehabilitation
Nutrition and Special Diets
Certification
Preparing for Your Career

Industry Collaboration:

Classification of Instructional Programs:

51.0801 Medical/Clinical Assistant A program that prepares individuals, under the supervision of physicians, to provide medical office administrative services and perform clinical duties including patient intake and care, routine diagnostic and recording procedures, pre-examination and examination assistance, and the administration of medications and first aid. Includes instruction in basic anatomy and physiology; medical terminology; medical law and ethics; patient psychology and communications; medical office procedures; and clinical diagnostic, examination, testing, and treatment procedures.

Program Prerequisite:

None

Prerequisites Description:

Prerequisites:

There are no prerequisites to take this course.

Certification Requirements:

In order to sit for the national certification exam, candidates must have a high school diploma or equivalent.

Application Deadlines:

There is no application deadline. Once enrolled, students have 12 months of access to the course.

Refund Policy:

https://careertraining.northwest.iu.edu/help/

Admissions Admissions

% Offered Online: 100
Program Activities:
- % Instructor-Led: 0
- % Lab/Field Work: 0
- % Self-Study: 100
Times Offered: Online
Length of Training: 12 month(s)
Number of Credits: 540 instructional hour(s)
Weekly Clock Hours: 11.25 Hours
Percent Admitted: 100%

Offered to General Public:

Yes

Career Counseling:

Job Placement Offered:

Placement Assistance Available:

Part-time Enrollment:

Financial Information Financial Information

Tuition:

$2,795.00

Admission Fees:

$0.00

Books:

$0.00

Supplies:

$0.00

Tools:

$0.00

Labs:

$0.00

Miscellaneous:

$0.00

Average Cost Per Credit Hour/Class:

$5.18

Total Cost of Program:

2,795.00

Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA):
- $0.00
- Included in the tuition:
- No

Financial Aid Financial Aid

Financial Aid:

Local Gift Aid (Grants and Scholarships)

Provider Offers Financial Aid:
No

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