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Program Description
This program is designed for students wanting to complete a one-year (two semester) Certificate in Medical Office Specialist and directly enter the workforce. Students explore computer technology, finances, insurance, business, accounts and office procedures in health care settings. This certificate program prepares the student to pursue a career as a medical office specialist in a health-care facility. Skills are developed in computer applications, written communication, medical office procedures, financial management, insurance billing, transcribing medical reports, and coding using the International Classification of Diseases (ICD-10) and Physicians Current Procedural Terminology (CPT). In addition, students learn basic human anatomy, physiology and disease conditions.
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First Semester
Courses are displayed to show the fastest path to your award and should be completed in the order listed. If you are unable to complete all courses listed in a semester, complete as many courses in this sequence as your schedule allows. If you have questions or concerns about your MAP, please see your Pathways Advisor.
| MOT 125 | Basic Medical Sciences I | 3 |
| MAP 110 | Medical Office Administration | 4 |
| CIS 118 | Introduction to PC Applications | 3 |
| MOT 133 | Basic Medical Sciences II | 3 |
| HPR 208 | Medical Record Terminology | 2 |
| MOT 135 | Basic Medical Sciences III | 3 |
| HPR 119 | Computers in Health Care | 2 |
| Total Credit Hours: | 20 |
Second Semester
Courses are displayed to show the fastest path to your award and should be completed in the order listed. If you are unable to complete all courses listed in a semester, complete as many courses in this sequence as your schedule allows. If you have questions or concerns about your MAP, please see your Pathways Advisor.
| MOT 136 | Introduction to Clinical Skills | 2 |
| HPR 106 | Law and Ethics for Health Professions | 2 |
| MAP 120 | Medical Office Financial Management | 4 |
| MOT 181 | Administrative Internship | 2 |
| MOT 289 | Capstone | 1 |
| Total Credit Hours: | 11 |