Medical Assisting: Administrative
Associate in Science Medical Assisting · San Jose City College · 2026-2027 Catalog
Description
San José City College offers an Associate in Science and certificate in Medical Assisting: Administrative. The Medical Assisting: Administrative program prepares the student for employment as an administrative (front office) medical assistant in a physician’s office or clinic. This program is designed to prepare the student to schedule appointments, perform medical reception duties, handle financial matters (including medical collection), manage medical records, and insurance billing. The externship in the front office of a physician’s office will provide the student with the administrative experience necessary to enter the workforce.
An advanced course in the major must be taken at San José City College.
A grade of "C" or better is required for each course in the major or area of emphasis. A "P" (Pass) grade is an acceptable grade for courses in the major or area of emphasis if the course is taken on a Pass/No Pass basis.
CAREER OPTIONS:
- Medical Office
- Medical Clinic
- Hospitals
Program Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this program, students will be able to:
- Execute administrative medical front office skills including billing and coding procedures, health insurance form processing, patient and patient record/chart management, and public relations.
- Apply knowledge of the human body, medical terminology and disease to front office administrative protocols and procedures.
- Exercise compliance with regard to HIPAA privacy practices, and be able to explain these guidelines to both patients and other health professionals.
- Adhere to, and support, OSHA and other regulatory agency safety guidelines overseeing the practice of medicine and implement such safety protocols.
- Prepare for Certified Medical Assistant/CMA exam and/or the Registered Medical Assistant (RMA) exam.
- Effectively communicate with patients and other health care personnel while exercising the highest level of professional conduct.
- Integrate practical experience during an externship within a medical office setting.
- Service the community by filling a need for certified, well-trained front office medical assistants.
Requirements
Major Requirements
| Course | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| Required Courses: | 26 | |
| CA 100D | Microsoft Office | 3 |
| HSCI 008 | Medical Terminology | 3 |
| MA 005 | Medical Office Emergencies | 2 |
| MA 006 | Introduction to Medical Assisting | 3 |
| MA 007 | Medical Front Office Procedures | 3 |
| MA 008 | Medical Office Financial Procedures | 3 |
| MA 009 | Electronic Health Records and Medical Billing | 3 |
| MA 011 | Medical Coding | 2 |
| MA 012 | Medical Assisting Administrative Practicum Experience | 4 |
| Complete one of the following BUS courses: | 3 | |
| BUS 007A | Business Language Skills | 3 |
| BUS 008 | Business Communication | 3 |
| Complete one of the following courses: | 4-5 | |
| BIOL 020 | Human Biology | 4 |
| BIOL 071 | Human Anatomy | 5 |
| MA 004 | Structure and Function of the Human Body | 4 |
| Total Units | 33-34 | |
Approved Program Electives (as needed to reach 60 units)
| Course | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| ADS 071 | Pharmacology/Physiology of Addiction | 3 |
| BIOL 061 | Human Heredity | 3 |
| CA 005 | Computer Literacy | 2 |
| CA 010A | Computer Keyboarding | 1 |
| CA 011 | Speed and Accuracy | 1 |
| FCS 019 | Nutrition | 3 |
| FCS 070 | Child Development | 3 |
| HED 011 | Dynamic Health Concepts | 3 |
| MA 020 | Physical Examination Procedures | 3 |
| MA 021 | Medical Office Laboratory Procedures | 3 |
| MA 022 | Medical Asepsis and Surgical Procedures | 3 |
| MA 023 | Medication Administration for Medical Assistants | 3 |
| PSYC C1000 | Introduction to Psychology | 3 |
AS Degree Requirements
| Course | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| Major Requirements | 33-34 | |
| General Education Requirements | 27 | |
| Complete two courses for the U.S. History, Constitution, and American Ideals Requirement (US-1, US-2, and US-3) | ||
| Total Units: | 60 | |