Diploma in Medical and Health Sciences (Medical Assistant)

Program Overview

The Diploma in Medical and Health Sciences (Medical Assistant) at Lincoln University College is a 3-year program that equips students with the knowledge and skills to become Professional Assistant Medical Officers (AMOs). The program combines academic learning with hands-on experience through modules in medicine, surgery, and other healthcare disciplines. Graduates are eligible for registration as healthcare providers under the Malaysian healthcare system and have career opportunities in various healthcare settings.

Program Outline

Diploma in Medical and Health Sciences (Medical Assistant) at Lincoln University College:

Degree Overview:

• Program Name:
Diploma in Medical and Health Sciences (Medical Assistant)
• Duration:
3 Years
• Intakes:
January & July
• Main Aim:
Develop students with strong foundation and skills to face the challenging world in the medical field.
• Objectives:
• Equip students with the knowledge, skills, and attitude to be a Professional Assistant Medical Officer (AMO).
• Prepare students for career as a registered professional healthcare provider within the Malaysian healthcare system, governed by Medical Assistants (Registration) Act 1977.
• Focus:
Combining academic knowledge with hands-on experience through various modules covering medicine, surgery, emergency medicine, community health, pathology, therapeutics, and university electives.
• Benefits:
• Highly credential lecturers and experienced faculty
• Affordable tuition fee
• Full PTPTN loan available
• Free Accommodation, Transport, Uniform, and Educational Tours
• State-of-the-art facilities, including Cyber Anatomy Lab and Skill Labs
• Job Placement
• **Students with CGPA of 3.5 and above may opt for Doctor of Medicine Programme (M.D) offered by Lincoln University College.

Outline:

Course Content:

• Medical Sciences (Anatomy, Physiology, Biochemistry)
• Professional Modules (Medicine, Surgery, Emergency Medicine, Community Health, Pathology, Therapeutics)
• University Elective Modules
• Research Methodology
• Communication Skills
• Evidence Based Practice
• Continuous Medical Education (CME)
• Social and Cultural Practices

Program Structure:

• Lectures
• Stimulation Ward
• Cyber Anatomy Lab
• Skill Labs
• Attachment at partnering hospitals and community health clinics

Assessment:

• Continuous Assessment:
• Assignments
• Presentations
• Practical assessments
• Case studies
• End-of-Semester Examinations

Assessment Criteria:

• Marks weightage assigned to various assessment components.
• Minimum passing marks required for each component.
• Overall performance across all assessments.

Teaching:

• Teaching Methods:
• Interactive lectures
• Hands-on practical sessions
• Problem-based learning
• Case studies
• Simulations
• Group work
• Faculty:
• Highly qualified and experienced lecturers with expertise in their respective fields.
• Dedicated to providing quality education and supporting students' learning journey.
• Unique Approach:
• Focus on personalized learning and individualized attention.
• Emphasis on active learning and development of critical thinking skills.
• Utilization of advanced technology and innovative teaching methods to enhance student experience.

Careers:

• Career Opportunities:
• Public and private hospitals
• Medical centers
• Healthcare institutions
• Plantation sectors (estate hospitals)
• Petroleum/gas sector (off-shore oil rig stations)
• Sport science units/clinics
• Government ministries (Health, Defense, Youth and Sports, Royal Malaysia Police)
• Academic institutions (lecturer, clinical instructor)
• Administration (hospital, clinic, diplomatic administration officer)
• Volunteer/NGO organizations (SMART, Red Crescent, Saint John's Ambulance)
• Job Placement:
Assistance provided by the university.

Other:

• Phone: +603-7806 3478
• Email: info@lincoln.edu.my