Microcredential in
Clinical Patient Care
This course is eligible for financial aid for qualified students.
SUNY Broome Community College
Binghamton, NY 13901
Hybrid
Delivery
1 Semester
Estimated time to complete
7 Credits
Credit-bearing
$2,225.00
Estimated cost*
What you'll learn
Learn to work in a medical office setting! This microcredential introduces key medical assistant clinical functions in ambulatory care settings, including vitals, patient history, exam preparation, procedure assistance, education, screenings, phlebotomy, specimen collection, and laboratory testing on bodily fluid samples. Successful completion of this microcredential readies all to continue their education and to immediately apply for entry level, patient care positions. Take this microcredential alone or add the Healthcare Fundamentals microcredential linked below to expand your job opportunities, preparing you to sit for the National Center for Competency Testing certification exams for Phlebotomy Technician, ECG Technician, and Clinical Medical Assistant.
A hybrid microcredential from SUNY Broome Community College (7 credits). Registration is completed with SUNY Broome Community College. Eligible for financial aid.
Who can enroll
Ages 18 and up.
Upcoming sections
Section 1:
Open
Section 2:
Open
What you can earn
Clinical Patient Care Microcredential (Digital Badge)
Skills covered
Medical Assistance
Vital Signs
Medical Records
Patient Preparation
Patient Flow
Patient Assistance
Laboratory Testing
Medication Preparation
Patient Education and Counseling
Phlebotomy
Specimen Collection
Urinalysis
Career outlook
Related occupations: Medical Assistant, Phlebotomy Technician, Patient Care Technician
Healthcare support jobs in New York are projected to grow faster than average through 2032.
* Estimated cost
Each campus will confirm final costs.