Coursework
An Occupational Skills Certificate is awarded upon completion of all required courses with a grade C or better.
Medical Scribe certificate consists of three courses (total 5 units):
HLSC 115 - MEDICAL TERMINOLOGY (3.0 Units)
MA 109 - HEALTH INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY (1.0 Units)
MA 110 - MEDICAL OFFICE MICROCOMPUTER MANAGEMENT APPLICATIONS (1.0 Units)
Course Preparation: Before registering for the course, we strongly recommend that you take BUSN 2601A or have a touch typing sped of at least 30 wpm. Additionally it is advisable to have proof of current immunizations, including influenza vaccination, COVID-19 vaccination, and proof of a negative tuberculosis screening test (within the last year).
Course Description: This Certificate in Medical Scribe is designed to prepare students with entry-level skills to meet the needs of the growing demand for trained medical information professionals who specialize in charting physician-patient encounters in real-time during medical exams. The skills and knowledge gained as a medical scribe may be applied in ambulatory care clinics, surgical centers, hospital settings, emergency departments, and other health care environments. Students will be exposed to the process of assisting the physician or licensed independent practitioner in navigating the electronic health record and locating information such as lab and radiology reports. These courses can be applied toward the requirements for the Certificate of Achievement in Medical Assisting, Administrative and Clinical program.