Introduction
The Diploma in Medical Assistant provides students with a wealth of knowledge in patient care allowing them to seek a career as Assistant Medical Officers in public hospitals, private hospitals, estate, oil and gas, and other related medical field. Students will leverage on the University’s experience and facilities to equip themselves with knowledge on subjects such as anatomy, physiology, bioscience, microbiology, parasitological, emergency medicine, surgical, public health and more.
Assistant Medical Officers will work alongside physicians in providing quality patient care and are integral members of today’s healthcare teams. This programme is recognized by the Medical Assistant Board, Ministry of Health Malaysia.
Career Prospects
Graduates from this course will be eligible to obtain employment as Medical Assistants or Assistant Medical Officers (AMO) in Public Hospitals and Private Medical Centres and are recognized by the Medical Assistant Board, Ministry of Health Malaysia.
Further education pathways available to students include Bachelor degrees in Pre Hospital Care, Forensic Science, Sports Medicine, Dietician, Biomedical, Social Science, Psychology, Emergency Medicine, and, Occupational Safety and Health.