Academic Progression and Grading Criteria

Passing Grade

The minimum passing grade required for Medical Terminology, Anatomy and Physiology II*, and all Medical (MED) courses is a C (70 percent). Any grade below a C (70 percent) is a failing grade. Therefore, students must receive at least a C (70 percent) in the above-mentioned courses in order to satisfy course requirements for the Medical Assistant program. A failure in the lecture, laboratory, or practicum portion of a MED course will result in a failing grade for the entire course.

Beginning Winter 2022, the minimum passing grade required for Anatomy and Physiology I is a C+ (75 percent). Any grade below a C+ (75 percent) is a failing grade. Therefore, students must receive at least a C+ (75 percent) in these courses in order to satisfy course requirements for the Medical Assistant program. 

 *Effective Spring 2022, the minimum passing grade required for Anatomy and Physiology II will be a C+ (75 percent). Any grade below a C+ (75 percent) is a failing grade.

Repeating Courses

Students enrolled in the Medical Assistant program who receive a failing grade as outlined above in Medical Terminology, Anatomy and Physiology I and II, and/or any Medical (MED) course must repeat the course(s) in order to progress in the program. 

Note that failed courses may lead to repeat charges and may also delay graduation.

Medical Assistant Competencies

Students enrolled in the Medical Assistant program must pass 100 percent of all program competencies in order to graduate. The minimum passing score for each competency is 85 percent.