Medical Office Administration

Program Type
Certificate, Degree, Diploma
Format
In-person, Online
Aid
Grant, Scholarship

Overview

The Medical Office Administration curriculum prepares individuals for employment as medical administrative personnel in the areas of medical office, medical billing and coding, dental office, patient services, and medical documents.

Course work includes medical terminology, computer applications, medical office management, medical coding, medical insurance and billing, medical legal and ethical issues, oral and written communication, and other topics depending on the subject area selected within this curriculum. Graduates should qualify for employment opportunities in a variety of medical office positions in medical and dental offices, hospitals, insurance companies, laboratories, medical supply companies, and other healthcare related organizations. Upon graduation, students may be eligible to sit for industry recognized certification exams.


Program Options

Certificates

12-17 credit hours

  • Medical Office Administration (CCP)
  • Medical Admin Specialist
  • Medical Coding

Diploma

37 credit hours

Degree

65-66 credit hours


Help Paying for School

Students enrolling in for-credit curriculum courses can apply for multiple forms of financial assistance to help pay for school including Federal Student Aid and SCC Foundation Scholarships.

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