Diploma in Medical Assistant

Comprehensive training for skilled healthcare support and patient care.

 

Duration: 1 Year
Eligibility: Minimum G.C.E O/L Standard

Course Syllabus

 

DMA101: Fundamentals of Medical Laboratory Science

  • Introduction to Medical Laboratory Practices
  • Specimen Collection & Processing
  • Phlebotomy Techniques and Best Practices
  • Laboratory Safety and Quality Assurance

 

DMA102: Principles of Pharmacy and Medication Management

  • Basics of Pharmacology
  • Prescription Reading and Drug Dispensing
  • Storage and Inventory Control in Pharmacies
  • Patient Counselling and Communication

 

DMA103: Nursing & Caregiving

  • Fundamentals of Nursing
  • Nursing Ethics
  • Pharmacology, Anatomy & Physiology
  • Nursing History and Medical Nursing
  • Community Health
  • Paediatric Nursing
  • Gynaecology & Obstruction
  • Basics on Surgical Nursing
  • Ward Management
  • Basics of Patient Care and Hygiene
  • Nutrition and Health for Elderly Patients
  • Mobility Assistance and Rehabilitation Support
  • Psychological and Emotional Care

 

DMA201: Essentials of Dental Care Assistance

  • Dental Anatomy and Common Oral Diseases
  • Assisting in Dental Procedures and Surgery
  • Sterilization and Infection Control in Dentistry
  • Promoting Oral Health and Patient Education

 

DMA202: Emergency Medical Response and First Aid

  • Basic Life Support (BLS) and First Aid Techniques
  • Managing Emergency Situations and Triage Skills
  • Ambulance Operations and Patient Transfer Procedures
  • Ethical and Legal Considerations in Emergency Care

 

DMA203: Healthcare Administration and Management

  • Overview of Healthcare Systems and Policies
  • Medical Record Keeping and Documentation Practices
  • Leadership and Communication in Healthcare Teams
  • Professional Ethics and Legal Responsibilities

 

DMA204: Practical Training Session

  • Hands-On Training
  • Vital Signs and Patient Assessments
  • Office Management and Patient Communication
  • Clinical Skills and Procedures
  • Evaluation of hands-on skills through practical examinations