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The growing community of hospitals, physicians' offices, home health care agencies, nursing homes, and specialized medical clinics has created a demand for Medical Office Specialists. This program offers instruction to attain general computer skills, keyboarding, office procedures, filing, and customer service skills. Students will enjoy a variety of medical classes and valuable real-life experiences in which they are allowed to use the judgment and skills they are gaining.
Typical Coursework Includes:
- Anatomy
- Business Communication
- Medical Terminology
- Medical Transcription
- Medical Office Procedures
- Medical Insurance Coding
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Why Study Medical Office Specialist:
Students enrolled in the medical office specialist curriculum will be prepared for employment as medical receptionists, medical transcriptions, insurance clerks, or medical secretaries, as well as other positions in a medical environment. Graduates have received jobs in a variety of health-related areas including self-employment from home.
Job Placement Rate (2003): 90.6%
Entry Level Salaries (2005):
- Average Annual Wage - $18,600
- Average Hourly Wage - $8.94
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