Purpose

The Certificate in Medical Office Assistant prepares students for a healthcare career path by providing an introduction to the business and administrative aspects of the systems and procedures in the day-to-day operations of a medical office.

Program Learning Outcomes

The student will be able to:

• Understand systems and procedures, including legal and ethical aspects in medical office practice.

Delivery Format: Online Only

• Communicating With Patients
• Coordinating with other Medical Professionals
• Filing Paperwork and Keeping Records
• Handling Medical Coding, Billing, and Insurance Claims
• Working in an Office Environment at a Clinic or Doctor’s Office

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Additional education or training may be required for some jobs or occupations. Conferral of a certificate does not guarantee job placement.