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Course: |
MAP 189
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Title: | Review- Medical Asst Natl Exam |
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Long Title: | Review for Medical Assistant National Exam |
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Course Description: | Prepares the candidate sitting for the National Registration/Certification examination for Medical Assistant through review and practice. These examinations are given with the intent of evaluating the competency of entry-level practitioners in Medical Assisting, supporting quality care in the office or clinic. |
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Min Credit: | 1 |
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Max Credit: | |
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Course Notes: | NCE 10.10.16 |
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Origin Notes: | PPCC |
STANDARD COMPETENCIES
1. Identify and differentiate national credentialing agencies
2. Identify the purpose and development of National Competency Examinations
3. Discuss the format and content of these examinations
4. Discuss taking and receipt of credentialing through examinations
5. Identify areas for study, as to areas of content in preparation for the examination
6. Discuss application process for qualifying for exam-taking
7. Discuss items needed for day of test-taking
8. Successfully complete the practice test process in class
9. Demonstrate sufficient knowledge to complete practice test
TOPICAL OUTLINE
I. General information on national examination process
a. AMT
b. AAMA
c. MedCA
d. NHA
e. NCCT
II. Application process for examination
a. Cost
b. Transcripts
c. Administration times and methods
d. Scheduling exams
e. Testing sites
III. Preparation and study for examination
IV. Study periods: group and individual
V. Practice examination
a. Grading
b. corrections
VI. Taking national exam
a. Behavior
b. Supplies
c. Preparation
d. Accommodations
e. Appeals
f. Security
g. Score results
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