MAP 806 - Internship Seminar - Medical Office Specialist

Credits: 1
Lecture Hours: 1
Lab Hours: 0
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Voc/Tech

An examination of topics concerning leadership, front office protocol, job seeking skills, and HIPAA. This interactive course takes “real life” situations shared with the class from students weekly practical experience and provides an opportunity to problem solve solutions.
Prerequisite: MTR 121, HSC 121, MAP 532 , ADM 215 , ADM 221 , all with a C or better.
Corequisite: MAP 807
Competencies

Identify possible intern positions.
1. Research internship sites.
2. Apply and interview for internship site.
3. Differentiate between role of student, intern supervisor, and DMACC faculty.
Develop learning objectives.
1. Identify goals for the internship position.
2. Develop the ability to determine acceptable performance standards for amount and quality of work.
Identify problem-solving techniques to on-the-job situations.
1. Learn to work under pressure.
2. Accept constructive criticism.
3. Develop attitudes necessary for successful job performance.
4. Cooperate with employer and co-workers.
5. Discuss with classmates and instructor on-the-job issues and situations.
Enhance soft skills through leadership development
1. Discuss with classmates and instructor on-the-job issues and situations.
2. Develop Habits of Excellence
3. Introduce methods of managing priorities/stress.
4. Achieve excellence with integrity.
5. Learn techniques for effective communication.

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