Herzing University: Associate of Science / Applied Science in Medical Office Administration

Program Overview

The Associate of Science/Applied Science in Medical Office Administration is a 60-credit undergraduate program which prepares you for a career as a medical office administrator/administrative assistant. The online degree program provides students with fundamental knowledge and skills in medical terminology, patient privacy, pathophysiology and pharmacology, insurance claims, administrative skills, and much more.

What You'll Learn

This medical office administration associate’s program is designed to prepare students with the necessary skills and academic knowledge for entry-level office positions in the healthcare industry. Career opportunities may be in areas such as the medical office or clinic, hospitals, long-term care facilities, and other healthcare office settings. The program also includes a comprehensive general education curriculum, preparing students for future career advancement opportunities.

Career Preparation 

Earning a medical office administration associate degree positions you best to apply for many different types of jobs in a medical office, including titles such as:

• Medical Office Administrator

• Medical Secretary

• Medical Receptionist

• Medical Office Manager

• Medical Office Specialist

• Unit Support Representative

Every job will come with a unique set of specific responsibilities. Most jobs in medical administration involved answering phones, scheduling appointments, organizing patient records and customer support. Getting educated familiarizes you with medical terminology and processes necessary to prepare you for success in these positions right off the bat.

Admission Requirements

Prerequisites to enroll in the Herzing University Medical Office Administration associate degree program include:

• Completion of a high school diploma, GED or equivalent

• Meet and interview with a Herzing University admissions advisor

• Complete an enrollment application

• Eligible states for enrollment:  Alabama, Alaska, Arizona, Arkansas, California, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, District of Columbia, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Mississippi, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New Mexico, New York, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, West Virginia, Wisconsin, Wyoming, and the Virgin Islands.

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