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 Department:    AHE

 Course #:    117

 Credits:    1

 Variable:     No

 IUs:    1.75

 CIP:    510801

 EPC:    381

 REV:    2021

 Course Description  

Discussion and critical analysis of student experiences in their various practicum placements. Topics include legal concepts, professionalism, and aspects of culture and application of front office and clinical skills. Includes a community service project and sitting for the CMA (AAMA) exam.

 Prerequisite  

Prerequisite: Concurrent enrollment in AHE 116.

Contact Hours (based on 11 week quarter)

Lecture: 11

Lab: 11

Other: 0

Systems: 0

Clinical: 0

Intent: Distribution Requirement(s) Status:  

Vocational Preparatory Required for ATA degree, Required for certificate  

Equivalencies At Other Institutions

Learning Outcomes

After completing this course, the student will be able to:

1. Discuss the effect of culture on expectations of medical care.
2. Set priorities regarding the medical care of patients.
3. Become familiar with the different approaches to medical care as evidenced by the sharing of clinical practicum experiences.

General Education Learning Values & Outcomes

Revised August 2008 and affects outlines for 2008 year 1 and later.

Course Contents

1. Discussion of Externship Experience:
   • Clinical skills.
   • Front office skills.
   • Legal concepts.
   • Communication skills.
   • Cultural pluralism.
   • Professionalism.