Semester I

• BIO* K115 - Human Biology 4 CREDIT HOURS
• CSA* K105 - Introduction to Software Applications ° 3 CREDIT HOURS
• ENG* K101 - Composition ° 3 CREDIT HOURS
• MAT* K137 - Intermediate Algebra ° 3 CREDIT HOURS

• or

• MAT* K137S - Intermediate Algebra Embedded ° 4 CREDIT HOURS
• MED* K111 - Administrative Medical Assisting 3 CREDIT HOURS

Semester II

• ENG* K102 - Literature & Composition ° 3 CREDIT HOURS
• MED* K112 - Medical Insurance and Billing °
• MED* K125 - Medical Terminology ° 3 CREDIT HOURS
• MED* K170 - Law & Ethics for Health Professionals ° 3 CREDIT HOURS
• PSY* K111 - General Psychology I 3 CREDIT HOURS

Semester III

• MED* K133 - Clinical Medical Assisting ° 4 CREDIT HOURS
• MED* K141 - Laboratory Principles for Medical Assisting ° 3 CREDIT HOURS
• MED* K216 - Electronic Medical Records Management ° 3 CREDIT HOURS
• MED* K250 - Principles of Pharmacology ° 3 CREDIT HOURS
• PSY* K201 - Life Span Development ° 3 CREDIT HOURS

Semester IV

• COM* K173 - Public Speaking ° 3 CREDIT HOURS
• MED* K241 - Laboratory Principles for Medical Assisting II ° 3 CREDIT HOURS
• MED* K280 - Medical Assisting Externship ° 4 CREDIT HOURS

• and

  1 Historical or Aesthetic Dimension Elective Credits / Units: 3

Note:

° Course has a prerequisite. Students should check course description.

* Indicates common course numbering. within Connecticut Community College system.

Students should consult with their academic advisor regarding the minimum number of credits to be taken at TRCC and limits on non-traditional credits.  25% of TRCC degree requirements must be completed with TRCC coursework.  Up to 50% of degree requirements can be fulfilled with non-traditional credit.  Non-traditional credit includes CLEP/DSST exams, Credit by Exam, APL credit, and Military credit.  

Grand Total: 60 - 61

Certified Clinical Medical Assistant, Associate in Science Degree Outcomes

Upon successful completion of all program requirements, graduates will be able to:

1. Apply for a national medical assisting certification examination.
2. Perform all medical assisting skills at entry level competency.
3. Become a professional collaborative member of the health care team delivering safe quality care.
4. Obtain strong oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
5. Use critical thinking skills for handling issues related to effective patient care.
6. Develop social skills, respect, and empathy appropriate for dealing with patients from a variety of backgrounds and cultures.
7. Develop business skills for gathering and updating data accurately across a range of data management systems.