Medical Administrative Assistant
Online Certificate Program
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Become the Pro the Entire Practice Relies On
With this certificate program, you can prepare to become a medical administrative assistant, and master skills critical to office administration in a medical facility or other healthcare environment. The entire program is 18 credit hours, which can be completed in less than a year. You’ll learn important medical office functions, medical coding, insurance procedures, electronic records management and financial practices.Build a Foundation for the Future
Your medical administrative assistant training provides a solid foundation in basic medical office functions, financial procedures and risk management for back offices.
Student Stories
I signed up for these classes knowing it would be hard for me. ... My husband and children pushed me through these past few months. I'm thankful for my family who sees I can achieve this goal of my career and I can get a better job to support them.
As a mother of three, a college student studying healthcare, and a business owner, I had to navigate countless obstacles. There were days when I felt completely overwhelmed. However, I reminded myself why I started this journey. My family, especially my children, were my biggest motivation. Knowing they were watching me chase my dreams kept me going. I constantly reminded myself that setbacks are just setups for a major comeback. Every late-night study session, every obstacle overcome, and every moment of doubt conquered has shaped me into the person I am today. My story is proof that with hard work, faith, and support, anything is possible.
Completing my degree was a journey filled with challenges. ... There were times when self-doubt crept in, and I questioned my abilities. However, the unwavering support from my husband, who always reminded me that "success is not the absence of failure, but the strength to keep going," inspired me to push through. ... Each late-night study session and every assignment completed brought me closer to my goal. I learned that resilience is built in the face of adversity, and this achievement is a testament to dedication and hard work.
Program Outcomes
- Illustrate the role and function of different types of healthcare facilities and environments
- Utilize medical terms and abbreviations that are commonly used in health information management systems
- Articulate understanding of local, state and federal regulations, including OSHA standards and HIPAA’s rules for protected health information and ethical practices
- Apply diagnosis coding skills for records management
Medical Administrative Assistant (Certificate) Curriculum
University of Arkansas Grantham’s professionally relevant coursework is designed to help you prepare for your next challenges.
Program Core
All courses must be taken in the prescribed sequence. Failed (F) or Withdrawn (W) courses must be immediately repeated. All courses must be passed with a "D" or better in order to progress in the program. If any course is not passed with a "C" or better, the student will be required to enroll in Part-Time status. HP205 and AH235c are taken alone in their respective terms.
The six courses in the MAA Certification program are designed to transfer to the AAS in Medical Coding and Billing.
All courses must be completed at Grantham. No transfer credit is allowed.
Need More Help?
Talk to a dedicated admissions representative and get answers to all your Medical Administrative Assistant questions. Give us a call at 800-955-2527 or email us at admissions@uagrantham.edu.