Information Technology Certificate

Administrative Assistant – Medical Office Administration

Overview

Students gain an understanding of medical procedures, medical terminology, and a conceptual and practical understanding of a computerized office environment in a medical setting. Students progress from basic keyboarding and word processing to advanced information processing and office procedures.

Students are encouraged to build on certificate programs and eventually obtain a degree at the College.

Courses		Credits
GIT101	Typing I	3
BIT103	Medical Terminology	3
BUS102 (or GIT105)	Business Communication (or Office Communication Systems)	3
GIT110	Microcomputer Application Software	3
GIT220	Advanced Word Processing	3
ACC111	Accounting I with Computer Applications	3
GIT150 (or) BIT207	Database Applications (or) Medical Coding and Billing GIT150 Database Applications Students acquire an in-depth, hands-on understanding of a PC-based relational database. Using Microsoft Access, students create and edit tables, forms, and reports; sort, query and graph data; and attach, import and export data to/from other applications. Data normalization techniques are studied. Students, working individually and in teams, design and implement database applications. This course prepares students for the Microsoft Office User Specialist Access exam. Prerequisite: GIT108 or GIT110 or equivalent skill level in Windows BIT207 Medical Coding and Billing This course is designed to teach the student the current medical coding practices used for third-party billing. ICD-9-CM and CPT coding will be covered along with an in-depth study of insurance companies, Medicare, insurance claim forms, accounts receivable, and legal issues relating to medical record keeping. Prerequisite: BIT103	3
BIT203	Medical Office Procedures	3
PSY101	General Psychology	3
Total Credits		27

Career Outlook

This occupational profile is provided by O*NET.

Program Outcomes

Upon completion of the Information Technology – Administrative Assistant-Medical Office Administration certificate, students are able to:

Read, write, discuss and think critically about topics and ideas in information and/or office technology.
Analyze ethical issues and apply ethical standards in the performance of responsibilities in a variety of information and office technology careers.
Synthesize information from communications, information technology, office technology, and business to provide customer service and solve business problems.
Assume entry-level positions in a variety of information and office technology careers.
Work well with teams in an information or office technology setting.
Continue education in an associate program.

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Administrative Assistant – Medical Office Administration

Overview

Career Outlook

Program Outcomes