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15 Weeks
Program Length
$2,000.00
Tuition
What Does Medical Front Office Administration Specialist Do?
Medical Front Office jobs can look different depending on the type of healthcare environment you work in, but you should expect daily patient interaction and performing any administrative task that supports the medical office. Some of those tasks could include records and information management, basic coding, financial management, appointment scheduling and both in-person and telephone customer service.
Where In the AdventHealth Network Can You Work?
Medical Front Office Administration Specialists can work in a variety of healthcare settings such as hospitals, clinics, physician’s offices, dental offices, nursing homes, and other healthcare facilities.
Requirements
High School Diploma or GED
Web browser with internet connection
Course registration & payment
Training Materials Provided
Expert-led video based training
eBook: Kinn’s Medical Administrative Assistant
Competency assessments
National Certification exam fee
MEDICAL FRONT OFFICE ADMINISTRATION SPECIALIST
Outcomes
Our medical administration training will prepare you to begin a lucrative career in the front office environment of any healthcare facility. In a short 15 weeks and through the completion of three courses, you’ll have a versatile education in Medical administration.
Medical Office Procedures and Administration, Microsoft Office Basics and Introduction to Human Anatomy and Medical Terminology courses will set you up for the beginning of a successful, long-lasting career. The combination of understanding medical jargon and the standard software used in all offices create a solid base. With the addition of the specific practices of medical administration, scheduling systems and HIPAA regulations, you’ll be confident walking into any medical front office.
Completing our courses will prepare you to pass the Certified Medical Administrative Assistant (CMAA) exam, sponsored by the National Healthcareer Association (NHA). MedCerts covers the registration cost of your exam and upon passing you’ll be qualified to work in hospitals, doctor’s offices, clinics and a variety of other healthcare facilities.
Skills Learned
Upon completion of this certified medical front office administration specialist program you’ll learn a number of skills, including:
- Demonstrate an understanding of the soft skill expectations of an allied healthcare professional
- Grasp the importance of customer service, communication skills and professionalism
- Comply with basic medical ethics as well as HIPAA/HITECH, OSHA, CMS regulations
- Understand and utilize medical terminology for administrative duties in a medical facility
- Evaluate a medical office’s scheduling needs and appropriately book patient services
- Accurately obtain patient information, verify insurance coverage, and prepare encounter forms
- Correctly file medical records, and perform basic financial and other general office procedures
COURSES - 15 WEEKS
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Professionalism in Allied Health
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Introduction to Human Anatomy and Medical Terminology |
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Microsoft Office Basics |
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Medical Office Procedures and Administration |
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PROGRAM PREVIEW
MEDICAL FRONT OFFICE ASSISTANT AND ADMINISTRATION JOB POSSIBILITIES
Medical Administrative and Medical Secretary
Patient Centered Care Coordinator
Medical Receptionist
CERTIFICATION INFORMATION
Upon completion of our Medical Administration training program, you will be well-equipped with a comprehensive understanding of medical terminology, office procedures, and administration. This strong foundation, combined with your certification as a Certified Medical Administrative Assistant (CMAA), will boost your confidence and position you for success in the healthcare industry. With this valuable qualification in hand, you will be ready to pursue rewarding career opportunities in hospitals, doctor’s offices, clinics, and other healthcare facilities, making a positive impact on patient care and contributing to a seamless medical front office experience.
ISSUING AUTHORITY
CMAA
Certified Medical Administrative Certificate
The Certified Medical Administrative Assistant (CMAA) certificate helps you gain the skills to provide administrative support in a medical setting. Demonstrate your expertise in the field and become qualified for a number of administrative duties, as well as direct contact with patients in clinical settings.
MEDICAL FRONT OFFICE ADMINISTRATION SPECIALIST REGISTRATION
If you need additional funding sources, we offer many convenient options
Pay in full using any major credit card, PayPal, or Venmo. Select “credit card” as your payment option.
Apply for PayPal Credit and pay zero interest if your balance is paid in full within 6-months. Complete a quick application and you’ll receive a credit decision within seconds.
Pay for your training with an education loan through Meritize.
Reserve your seat by completing the course registration process using the provided option.
PROGRAM COMPARISONS
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Program & Tuition Cost
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$5,000 average
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Up to $20,000
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Exam Fees, Books & Materials
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Included
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Up to $750
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Job Ready In
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3–6 months
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24–48 months
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Schedule Flexibility
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On-demand 24/7
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Set class schedule
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Travel Requirements
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None: 100% online
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On-campus classrooms
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Student Support
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Personal Advisors: text, call and email access
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Professors: scheduled office hours
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Career Coaching
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Professors: scheduled office hours
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Exam-based + prerequisites and electives to meet credit
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Content Delivery
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3D animations, immersive environments, interactive activities, game-based learning
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Professor lectures
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MEET YOUR WORKFORCE TRAINING SPECIALIST!
Amanda Lynn is your Workforce Training Specialist. She is here to help you understand your certificate of study, payment options and succeed! Get in touch with Amanda to learn more about your certificate, AdventHealth University and how to achieve your workforce development goals!
FAQ
Medical Front Office jobs can look different depending on the type of healthcare environment you work in, but you should expect daily patient interaction and performing any administrative task that supports the medical office. Some of those tasks could include record and information management, basic coding, financial management, appointment scheduling and both in-person and telephone customer service.
No, this program does not count for college credit.
Yes, our program is fully online and asynchronous.
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