Medical Administrative Assistant
As a Medical Administrative Assistant, you’ll work to promote seamless operations and exceptional patient care in your organization. This role is in great demand, and you can start your new career in as little as 4 months.
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Overview
The Medical Administrative Assistant certificate program equips learners with the essential knowledge and skills to excel in administrative roles within the healthcare industry. The program covers a comprehensive range of topics, including the fundamentals of medical assisting, interpersonal communication, medical ethics and law, medical terminology, insurance billing and coding, telephone techniques, appointment scheduling, medical records management, and practice finances.
With an emphasis on practical application, learners will gain the tools and skills necessary to obtain an administrative medical assistant position or advance in their current healthcare careers. The curriculum is designed to deliver a well-rounded introduction to medical administration, equipping learners with the expertise to contribute meaningfully to the complex and ever-evolving healthcare landscape.
After completing this program, learners will have the option to take the leading national/industry-recognized certification exam(s) essential to entry-level employment in this fast-growing field.
- National Workforce Career Association (NWCA) Medical Administrative Assistant Certification (MAAC)
- National Healthcareer Association (NHA) Certified Medical Administrative Assistant (CMAA)
Course Lenght
4-6 Months
Time Commitment
20 hours/week
Tuition
$2000
*For full payment options and different financing plans, including interest rates from external lenders, please talk to our enrollment team.
Regional Data (Ohio)
An early-career medical administrative assistant working in Ohio could make as much as $61,860 per year.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics
How Much Does a Medical Administrative
Assistant Certificate Cost?
We believe higher education should be accessible to everyone. You can choose to pay in full or enroll in a convenient payment plan. Connect with an admissions counselor to explore the payment options available to you.
Total cost of program
$2,000*
Is This Certificate Right For Me?
Do you have a keen interest in healthcare and an innate drive to help others?
Are you searching for a career path that lets you join the workforce in a relatively short amount of time?
Are you eager to acquire hands-on skills and apply them in a healthcare environment?
Can you thrive in a dynamic setting, where adaptability and quick thinking are key?
Does the idea of working collaboratively with a team of healthcare professionals excite you?
Are you meticulous, with a knack for working with data, managing records or handling administrative tasks?
Careers Path
This Program is a Great Fit For
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Working Adults
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Aspiring Healthcare Professionals
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Recent High School Graduates
Why Choose Us
If you are looking to take the next step towards a fulfilling career, here’s how Tiffin works for you.
Fully Online Learning
Online learning means you can relieve the stress of having to attend a physical school at a specific time. With self-paced courses you will have the flexibility you need to complete your assignments on your schedule.
Accelerated Learning
We’re invested in helping you to get the skills, experience and support you need to get ahead, without spending extra time in school. That’s why we offer accelerated certificate programs with on-demand year-round courses, which enables you to complete your program quickly.