Medical Office Assisting, Part 1 Foundational Skills Certificate

Units: 13.5 units

This certificate of achievement is designed to assist students in obtaining responsible entry‐level administrative positions in medical offices. The ultimate goal of these certificates is to develop competency in communication, critical thinking, and medical terminology comprehension and application, the mechanics of medical coding/billing procedures, hands‐on experience of electronic health/medical records, and safe, ethical, legal, and compassionate patient care. Further information about this program, contact the Career and Technical Education department at extension 583 or 723.

Program Learning Outcomes

• 1. Demonstrate effective use of advanced medical terminology and apply the principles of anatomy and physiology.

• 2. Identify, evaluate, and appropriately apply principles of medical office administration and demonstrate competency in performing administrative clerical duties.

• 3. Demonstrate accuracy in common medical insurance billing and coding procedures to ensure proper reimbursement.

• 4. Demonstrate accuracy in creating and managing fictitious Electronic Health/Medical Records (EHRs/EMRs).

Program Requirements