Pharmacology for Med Assistant (MA 124)

Term: 2025-2026 School Year Spring Term

Faculty

Jolene Penning
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Schedule

Mon, 12:30 PM - 2:20 PM (1/12/2026 - 5/8/2026) Location: SF SULLI 128

Description

This course provides a comprehensive overview of pharmacology, focusing on the interactions between drugs and body systems. Students will explore the principles of drug action, including pharmacokinetics (how the body absorbs, distributes, metabolizes, and excretes drugs) and pharmacodynamics (the effects of drugs on the body). They will learn the medications and be familiar with pronunciations and uses. Prerequisite: MA 101, MA 101L, HC 118 , HC 118L, HC 117 Corequisite: MA 121, MA 121L