Medical Administrative Assistant

Instructional Program (CIP)

Description

1. Course Objective:

The Medical Administrative Assistant program prepares students to perform essential clerical and organizational tasks in healthcare settings. Students will gain skills in organizing patient files, drafting correspondence, scheduling appointments, transcribing dictation, managing electronic health records, and supporting healthcare teams. The program provides a strong foundation in medical terminology, insurance and billing practices, healthcare office procedures, and electronic health record (EHR) management. Medical Administrative Assistants may find employment in hospitals, chiropractic offices, medical clinics, and other healthcare facilities.

Competencies to be achieved:

Communicate effectively with staff and patients using both verbal and non-verbal communication techniques. Understand the impact of OSHA and HIPAA regulations on medical office practices. Identify different medical specialties and describe the roles and responsibilities of allied health professionals. Demonstrate professional written and oral communication in a clinical environment. Understand various appointment scheduling systems and manage physician schedules efficiently. Create, organize, and maintain accurate patient records. Describe the healthcare claim preparation process and insurance billing practices. Understand bookkeeping systems and manage the billing cycle effectively

1. Total Cost of Program (include all costs to student including testing, licensure):

$ 2800.00

1. Provide a list of all books required for the program (even if cost of books is included in tuition): All material is online - no physical books required

1. Provide a list of all supplies required for the program (even if costs are included in tuition): Laptop or Computer

1. WIOA Contact for Enrollment Status /Credential Verification:

Lori Brow

lorib@medcertify.com

(502) 909-0316

1. Direct Website link to the 

https://medcertify.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/Medical-Administrative-Assistant-1.pdf

1. Additional information:

Other requirements needed: High School Diploma

1. Refund Policy (provide a summary if Refund policy is not listed on school website):https://medcertify.com/cancellation-refund-policy/
   

1. Credentials: (The following questions must be answered along with a supporting explanation for each) Industry Recognized: (Developed and offered by, or endorsed by a nationally-recognized industry association or organization representing a sizeable portion of the industry sector)

Yes or No: YES

Nationally Recognized Industry Association or Organization: NAHP - NRCAHA

Stackable: (Part of a sequence of credentials)

Yes or No: NO

Career Pathway:

Portable: (Recognized in other geographical areas; by other educational institutions; or by other

industries/companies)

Yes or No (Explain): YES - Recognized nationally

Accredited Curriculum: (This is referring to the course being accredited, not the test or school)

Yes or No: NO

 Accrediting Agency and link to website: NA

1. Credential Attainment Rate: Percentage of students in the last 24 months who obtained a postsecondary credential, or secondary school diploma or its recognized equivalent, during participation or within one year after exit from the training program.

80%

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