The Right Skills

The Medical Office Administration diploma program prepares students for successful employment as an administrative specialist in medical and dental practices, clinics, and hospitals. Training includes:

• Maintaining patient charts and medical information according to HIPAA requirements
• Performing patient reception and scheduling
• Demonstrating proper telephone etiquette
• Providing patient referrals
• Verifying patient insurance information
• Exhibiting a working knowledge of medical terminology
• Performing basic clinical procedures and patient assessment techniques (e.g. CPR, Vital Signs)
• Demonstrating basic principles of medical office administration

Medical Office Admin Program Accreditations & Approvals

• Accrediting Bureau of Health Education Schools (ABHES)
• Certified by the State Council of Higher Education for Virginia (SCHEV)

Extensive Hands-On Clinical Experience

Upon completion of all on campus coursework, students will be required to complete a 180 hour clinical externship at one of the college's clinical education sites.

These sites may be hospitals, private practices, clinics, or other healthcare delivery service providers.

Get It Fast: The Schedule

The Medical Administrative Specialist diploma program is available in both day and evening sessions.

Day Sessions: 30 Weeks including 180 hours of hands-on clinical experience

Evening Sessions: 40 Weeks including 180 hours of hands-on clinical experience

Are You Qualified?

• No High School Diploma or GED Required - Learn More
• Students under 18 years of age must have the signature of a parent or guardian
• Students must achieve a passing score on the admissions evaluation

Get Started In A Growth Industry

Graduates will most likely find employment in private practice clinics. Some graduates have successfully pursued and acquired positions as Unit Clerks and Coordinators for Hospital Departments and as Practice Managers. Many times those students have previous management backgrounds or have demonstrated an exceptional understanding of the principles associated with medical administrative functions and responsibilities.

Most graduates will find work as either medical receptionists or medical office assistants.

Industry Statistics

• There is a constant demand for highly skilled medical administrative personnel. The demand will remain constant through at least 2010. After 2010, there may be a rise in the number of positions available as administrative services for the increased reliance of the baby boomers on the healthcare infrastructure.