Certificate Program - Medical Office Assistant

The Medical Office Assistant Certificate Program is designed to prepare students to acquire the skills necessary for an entry-level administrative position in a healthcare setting. It is offered primarily through evening and weekend scheduling, and some day courses. Students in the program will learn medical terminology, computer skills, medical offices procedures and/or medical transcription – the skills necessary to function competently as a Medical Office Assistant. The program is ideally suited for individuals who are interested in a challenging healthcare career with employment opportunities in a variety of dynamic environments.

The 19-credit certificate program is offered primarily through evening scheduling, and some day courses. Student must complete five of the following courses to receive the certificate. Courses may be taken individually, if a certificate is not desired.

Program of Study

Code	Course Name	Credits
INF 100	Keyboarding and Word Processing	3
CS 100	Introduction to Information Technology	3
MED 105	Medical Terminology	3
MED 101	Medical Office Procedures I	3
MED 201	Medical Office Procedures II	3
HRS 101	Insurance Reimbursement & Billing Procedures	2
SP 110	Beginners Medical Spanish	2
	OR
HRS 104	ICD Coding Part 1	3

Admission Requirements

• Online Application
• Official High School or GED Transcript
• Official College Transcripts (if applicable)
• Health Clearance