Health Office Assistant

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Certificate

Program Number:

611601

Credits:

14.00

Not Financial Aid Eligible

Typical Start:

Fall

Any business benefits from a competent office assistant, but a medical office in particular needs the right person to fill that role. If you’re a caring individual with good people skills, this could be your field! You’ll gain skills to help maintain office records, assist in billing, greet patients, file claims, and monitor compliance issues. Examples of workplace opportunities include hospitals, clinics, insurance companies, and care facilities.

Courses are offered in a convenient online format.

This certificate positions you for entry into the Health Office Professional technical diploma program for further career opportunities.

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Estimated Program Costs

Graduation Employment Stats

Career Opportunities

Medical Service Coordinator

Medical Office Clerk

Medical Office Receptionist

Medical Secretary

Health Office Assistant

Patient Coordinator

Admission Requirements

College Requirements

Application

$30 Application Fee

Software and Technology

This program requires specific software and technology to complete classwork. Click here to see the list of items you will need for your courses.

If you do not have access to the items listed for your program, or if the items you have do not meet the requirements, resources may be available. Submit a Student Resource Request using our online form.

Internet access is required to access student accounts from off campus. The Learning Commons can provide information on free, off-campus Wi-Fi spots. Contact them at LearningCommons@westerntc.edu or call 608-785-9198.

For additional specifications, please review Technology and Software Recommendations for Most Classes on Western’s IT Knowledgebase.

Career Pathways

This program is part of a career pathway, a laddered approach to career education. It allows you to earn employer-recognized credentials that lead to job and career advancement.