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Foundations of Medical Law and Medical Ethics for Medical Assistants Bundle
Course Overview
This program provides a comprehensive introduction to the legal and ethical principles that guide health care practice. Learners will explore medical law, patient rights, risk management, informed consent, professional liability, and emerging legal issues, while also examining ethical decision-making, cultural competence, professional conduct, and real-world ethical dilemmas through the lens of the AAMA Code of Ethics.
No course substitutions or refunds allowed
NOTE: Prior to purchase, please confirm that you have not completed either of the two courses listed below. No course substitutions or refunds allowed
Foundations of Medical Law and Medical Ethics for Medical Assistants Bundle
Bundle Description
Legal knowledge and ethical judgment are essential to safe, responsible medical assisting. This two-course bundle connects the laws governing health care practice with the ethical principles guiding professional conduct and patient-centered decisions. Learners will examine scope of practice, consent, confidentiality, medical records, malpractice, cultural competence, ethical dilemmas, workplace responsibilities, and emerging technologies.

Together, the courses provide 40 Administrative/General CEUs and help medical assistants recognize concerns, protect patient rights, reduce professional risk, and respond appropriately to complex situations.

Content Overview
This bundle consists of two courses, Foundations of Medical Law for Medical Assistants and Foundations of Medical Ethics for Medical Assistants.

Course 1: Foundations of Medical Law for Medical Assistants (25 Admin/Gen CEUs)
This course provides an essential dive into the vast world of medical law in the United States. 

Learners will explore:
  • A brief history of medical law, the U.S. legal system, and the courts
  • Essential legal concepts for healthcare professionals such as scope of practice, standard of care, confidentiality, and more.
  • Key topics in today's healthcare environment, such as risk management and liability insurance.
  • The provider-patient relationship and their respective rights
  • Informed Consent, advanced directives, and the role of the medical assistant
  • Professional negligence and medical malpractice, including a discussion on torts and liability
  • Medical records, including structure, ownership and access, disclosures, and billing, and where they intersect with legal proceedings
  • Workplace laws and regulations
  • The emerging legal trends of telehealth, genetic privacy, cannabis, and artificial intelligence

Note: This course provides general information on medical law and is not intended as legal advice. Please consult a lawyer for specific legal advice.

Course 2: Foundations of Medical Ethics for Medical Assistants (15 Admin/Gen CEUs)
This course takes a detailed look at medical ethics in the United States.

Learners will explore:
  • Morals and ethics
  • The evolution of medical ethics, scientific medicine, and bioethics
  • Diversity, cultural competence, and communication
  • Ethical dilemmas in healthcare surrounding informed consent, confidentiality, end-of-life care, and more
  • Professional ethics for medical assistants and other health care professionals
  • Organizational ethics
  • Personal vs. professional ethics and moral conflicts
  • Ethical issues in emerging technologies
  • Composition and functions of Health Ethics Committees
  • Case studies based on the AAMA Code of Ethics

Learners will have 90 days to complete both courses and posttests. 
Key Takeaways
  • Describe foundational legal and ethical principles affecting medical assisting practice.
  • Explain scope-of-practice, consent, confidentiality, and documentation responsibilities.
  • Apply ethical principles to challenging patient-care and workplace situations.
  • Recognize conduct that may create legal, ethical, or professional risk.
  • Discuss emerging concerns involving telehealth, artificial intelligence, and patient data.
  • Identify appropriate resources for resolving legal and ethical questions.
Course Contributors
American Association of Medical Assistants (AAMA)
Developed this educational program to provide medical assistants with a practical understanding of medical law, medical ethics, regulatory requirements, professional responsibilities, and risk reduction strategies in healthcare practice.
Intended Audience
This bundle is designed for medical assistants, CMA (AAMA) professionals, medical assisting educators and students, allied health professionals, and ambulatory care staff. It is especially relevant for learners responsible for patient communication, consent, confidentiality, documentation, delegated duties, workplace compliance, or professional decision-making.
Important Legal Notice
The medical law course provides general educational information and is not intended as legal advice. Laws, regulations, and medical assistant scope-of-practice requirements vary by jurisdiction. Learners should consult applicable state requirements, organizational policies, and a qualified lawyer when specific legal guidance is needed.
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Summary
Availability:
On-Demand
Expires 90 days after start
Cost:
Member: $180.00
Nonmember: $360.00
CEU Offered:
40 Gen/Adm CEUs
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