Medical Administrative Assistant
The Medical Administrative Assistant certificate and degree programs are designed to prepare the student for entry-level employment in a medical or dental front office or hospital office setting. The program specializes in administration, with an emphasis on the practice of various medical office skills. In addition, medical terminology, introduction to anatomy, pharmacology, professional development, and the measuring of vital signs are presented. The student will complete classroom work using a personal computer. Current skills for word processing and medical office procedures are practiced. Field experience during the externship is an important part of the program.
