The two-year curriculum combines instruction in the many areas required for competence as an administrative medical assistant, medical coder, and related positions in the medical setting. The curriculum will include courses in Administrative Support Technology, medical transcription, medical terminology, medical office procedures, medical billing and coding, medical insurance, general education and electives. Students are advised to consult with their faculty advisor and counselor in planning their programs. Upon satisfactory completion of program requirements, the graduate will be awarded an Associate of Applied Science degree in Administrative Support Technology - Medical Office Specialization.
Admission Requirements
In additional to the admission requirements established for the college, entry in the Administrative Support Technology program requires competency in English and Math Essentials (MTE 1-3) as demonstrated through the placement and diagnostic test, or by satisfactorily completing the required MTE and ENF requirements or equivalents.
Curriculum
First Semester
Second Semester
| Course | Credits |
|---|---|
| AST 142 - Word Processing II | 3 |
| ITE 140 - Spreadsheet Software I | 3-4 |
| ENG 112 - College Composition II | 3 |
| HLT 143 - Medical Terminology I | 3 |
| MTH 132 - Business Mathematics | 3 |
| Subtotal | 15 |
Third Semester
| Course | Credits |
|---|---|
| AST 141 - Word Processing I | 3 |
| Approved Business Elective | — |
Approved Social Science Elective: Choose One of The Following (3 credits)
| Course | Credits |
|---|---|
| PSY 200 - Principles of Psychology | 3 |
| SSC 101 - Contemporary Social Problems I | 3 |
| SOC 200 - Principles to Sociology | 3 |
| PSY 126 - Psychology For Business and Industry | 3 |
| Subtotal | 18 |
Fourth Semester
| Course | Credits |
|---|---|
| AST 271 - Medical Office Procedures I | 3 |
| AST 298 - Seminar and Projects | 3 |
| HIM 254 - Advanced Coding and Reimbursement | 4 |
| AST 242 - Medical Insurance and Coding | 3 |
Approved Humanities Elective: Choose One of The Following (3 credits)
Program Student Learning Outcomes
Administrative Medical Assistant
Medical Biller/Coder
Medical Office Assistant
Medical Secretary
Medical Transcriptionist
Medical Receptionist and Information Clerk
Hospital Ward or Office Clerk
Notes
¹Students should consult with the institution to which they are transferring to see which social science and humanities courses are required. Please see General Education Elective Course Selection for a list of acceptable social science and humanities electives. 2