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Administrative Medical Assistant

Noncredit Certificate



Program Details

This program is designed to train students for success in gaining employment as an administrative medical assistant. The certificate provides the participant with a comprehensive understanding of medical front office duties. This training emphasizes mastering medical terminology, handling problem situations involving patients over the phone or in person, learning basic billing and transcription techniques and medical software. Students must complete all required hours to earn the certificate. (RG 9676)

Additional Requirements
No

  • Non-Credit to Credit Program

    This program alows you to transfer to a credit program (for example, an Associate’s Degree) after successful completion.

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Administrative Medical Assistant Pathways

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Learning Outcomes

Learning outcomes help you work towards your educational goals.

  1. Pass the California Certified Board for Administrative Medical Assistants Exam.
  2. Describe the duties, processes, and procedures in managing the medical front office.
  3. Explain health data and clinical documentation principles, standards and guidelines.