Credential(s) Offered
Industry certification, Measurable Skill Gain Leading to a Credential, Measurable Skill Gain Leading to Employment
Method of Delivery
Online, e-learning, or distance learning
When offered
Other
Instructional Program (CIP)
Description
Medical administrative assistants primarily work in doctors' offices, clinics, outpatient settings, hospitals, and other healthcare settings. The growth and the complexity of the U.S. healthcare system have resulted in a substantial increase in the need for qualified applicants, with medical administrative assistants, medical secretaries, and medical records clerks all positions that are in great demand. Employment of a medical assistant is expected to grow by an impressive 34% by 2030.
This program covers information on the medical assisting profession, interpersonal skills, medical ethics and law, medical terminology, basics of insurance billing and coding, telephone techniques, scheduling appointments, medical records management, and management of practice finances. Additionally, it prepares students to understand and use electronic records in a medical practice.
Students should have a high school diploma or GED.
Details
Program Length (Weeks)
26
Hours
375
Entrance Requirements
High School Diploma or Equivalent
School
WIOA Approved Program
Yes
Training Location(s)
1200 North DuPont Hwy, Dover, Delaware
Local WIB
1 - Statewide
Name of Credential
Physician's Office Assistant with EHRM Certification
Type of financial aid offered or have access to
WIOA
Refund Policy
Students may receive a full tuition refund if requested in writing to aceworkforce@desu.edu within 7 business days of the start date of the course. The $35.00 registration fee is not refundable.
Is the proposed curriculum currently certified by an accrediting agency or similar national standardization program?
Yes - NHA
Is this proposed curriculum considered a nontraditional program of training services for women?
No
Is this proposed curriculum considered a nontraditional program of training services for men?
No
Cost Items
Testing/Exam Fees
$246.00 Exams National Certifications include: National Healthcare Association (NHA) (CMAA), (CEHRS)
In-State Tuition
$3,704.00
Registration Fee
$35.00 The registration fee is non-refundable
Total In-State Program Cost
$3,985.00
