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Credit Programs

Medical Office Administration

Program ContactKim Olds
[email protected]
919-866-5683
Degrees & Pathways
  • AAS - Associate in Applied Science
  • Diploma
  • Certificates
Document(s):

Medical Office Professional AAS

Wake Tech Course ID: A25310P

The Medical Office Professional Associate in Applied Science Degree prepares individuals for employment as medical administrative office personnel.

Students develop skills in the following areas:

  • Medical office procedures and tasks
  • Medical terminology
  • Keyboarding
  • Editing and formatting documents
  • Office software applications
  • Office computations
  • Records management
  • Medical insurance and billing
  • Medical legal and ethical issues
  • Electronic health records
  • Oral and written communication
  • Critical thinking
  • Team building
  • Problem solving

The degree is available online, and graduates should qualify for employment opportunities in the following locations:

  • Medical offices
  • Hospitals
  • Insurance companies
  • Laboratories
  • Medical supply companies
  • Research facilities
  • Other health care organizations

Students may be eligible to sit for industry-recognized certification exams.

Career Outlook


USA Wake County *Estimated job growth over 10 years.

Completion Earns:

AAS - Associate in Applied Science

Total Credits:

66

Campus Availability:

Scheduling Options:

  • Online

Course Format(s):

Financial Aid:

Yes, financial aid is available for this program

Courses Sequence:

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