Medical Assistant and Patient Care

Program Overview

The Medical Assistant and Patient Care program is a comprehensive diploma course designed to equip students with essential skills for a successful career in the health care field. This program is accredited by the Canadian Health Information Management Association (CHIMA) and focuses on meeting the evolving health care needs of Manitoba. Students will gain knowledge in clinical, medical technology, and administrative skills, enhancing their medical knowledge, critical thinking, and organizational abilities. The program emphasizes best care practices, preparing graduates to improve patient care and operational effectiveness within health care teams. Additionally, students will engage in hands-on learning through patient care simulation labs and practicums in various health care settings, ensuring they are well-prepared for their future roles.

Program Structure

The Medical Assistant and Patient Care program is structured as follows:

• Program Length: 2 years full-time
• Credential: Diploma
• Work Practicum: Yes, includes 19 weeks of practical experience in health care settings.
• Hands-on Learning: Involves patient care simulation labs.
• Bridging to Work Workshops: All students participate in workshops to develop essential employability skills.

Throughout the program, students will complete various placements, including:

• Four-week health care aide placement in a long-term care setting (Year 1)
• Four-week health care aide placement in an acute care setting (Year 1)
• Seven-week medical office assistant placement (Year 2)
• Four-week unit clerk placement at the end of the program (Year 2)

Students are required to meet all eligibility criteria for practicum placements, which may include day, evening, night, and weekend shifts.

Featured Experiences

• Work Practicum: Students gain practical experience through 19 weeks of placements in various health care settings.
• Patient Care Simulation Lab: Hands-on learning opportunities to practice skills in a controlled environment.
• Bridging to Work Workshops: Workshops designed to enhance employability and essential skills.
• Collaboration with Health Care Teams: Students learn to work effectively within health care teams, focusing on best care practices.

Career Options

Graduates of the Medical Assistant and Patient Care program can pursue various career opportunities in Canada, including:

• Medical Assistant: Provide administrative support in medical offices, including scheduling appointments and managing patient records.
• Health Care Aide: Assist patients with daily living activities and provide basic care in long-term care facilities.
• Unit Clerk: Manage patient information and support nursing staff in hospital settings.
• Medical Office Assistant: Handle administrative tasks in medical offices, including billing and patient communication.
• Patient Care Coordinator: Oversee patient care processes and ensure effective communication between patients and health care providers.

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