Amy Cunningham, Coordinator
School of Health Sciences
116K Advanced Technology Center, Fairmont /304-367-4764
Amy.Cunningham@pierpont.edu
Program Purpose
The Medical Administrative Assistant Advanced Skill Set provides students with the opportunity to attain skills and education necessary to support healthcare operations and ensure that healthcare facilities and offices run smoothly and efficiently.
Student Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of the Medical Administrative Assistant Advanced Skill Set, completers will be able to do the following:
- Explain medical terms that are commonly used in healthcare organizations
- Demonstrate knowledge of office policies and procedures
- Demonstrate understanding of federal regulations, including OSHA, CMS and HIPAA
- Perform and arrange patient scheduling
- Demonstrate understanding of principles and purpose of coding
Opportunities
Completers who obtain the Medical Administration Assistant Advanced Skill Set have the option of obtaining certification with the National Healthcareer Association (NHA) as a Certified Medical Administrative Assistant (CMAA).
Medical Administrative Assistants with an advanced skill set can go on to entry-level positions as a medical secretary, customer service representative, front office staff and more. Working environments include physician’s offices, hospitals, outpatient clinics, nursing homes and long-term care facilities. Employment in this field is projected to grow 36 percent from 2012 to 2022.
Program Specific Admission Requirements
Admission standards must be met in order to be considered for entry into the Medical Administrative Assistant Advanced Skill Set, applicants must:
- Be admitted and enrolled in Pierpont Community and Technical College
- Have a high school GPA and, if applicable, a college GPA of 2.0 or better.
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