Medical Assisting Administrative Medical Insurance - Capital Community College

Medical Assisting Administrative Medical Insurance from Capital Community College is a Campus Associate Health Administration degree that prepares you for a Healthcare career. The career positions available in this fast-growing, in-demand field include physicians' offices, hospitals, hospice care, laboratories, ambulatory care centers, health insurance companies, etc. The Associate in Science Degree in Medical Assisting may be earned by successfully completing one of the two degree programs offered. Each program offers students the opportunity to acquire the knowledge and skills necessary for a fulfilling career in this field. Course requirements for each program are sequenced to begin with essential skills before moving on to the complex skill mastery demanded of medical assistants found in the laboratory, clinical, and administrative areas. Upon successful completion of course study, the student completes the program through a hands-on experience in the medical field (externship). It should be noted that individuals currently employed by medical facilities may qualify to register for the more advanced course offerings. Students pursuing an administrative career within the medical field may be interested in the Insurance Specialist Option Program. This program focuses in the areas of billing, insurance , financial medical computer software, and knowledge required of medical office management. Graduates of this program may sit for a National Certification Examination through the AMT organization. A CMAS (Certified Medical Administrative Specialist) credential will be awarded to successful exam candidates. Learning Outcomes Upon successful completion of all program requirements, graduates will be able to: 1. Clear and effective communication skills 2. Entry-level competency in the performance of administrative duties 3. Entry-level competency in the performance of clinical duties 4. Application of legal concepts to health care practice 5. Provision of patient instruction 6. Participation in operational functions 7. Participation in a national certification examination and activities associated with active membership View more details on Capital Community College . Ask your questions and apply online for this program or find other related Health Administration courses.