Medical Administrative Specialist

 

NEXT CLASS BEGINS January 8, 2019 (Click Here for more information)

 

 

 

A Medical Administrative Specialist serves a key role in medical offices, clinics and hospitals.  This multi-skilled practitioner is proficient in medical records management, insurance processing, coding and billing, management of finances, information processing and fundamental office management tasks.  Over the course of 10 months, our program will provide training in office procedures and practices specific to the medical field, medical terminology, and business software applications that meet industry standards.  The state-approved curriculum is delivered through in-class and on-line learning activities.

 

 

PROGRAM NUMBER	PROGRAM TITLE	PROGRAM LENGTH
OTA0040	Information Technology Assistant	150 Hours
OTA0041	Front Desk Specialist	300 Hours
OTA0631	Medical Office Technologist	300 Hours
OTA0651	Medical Administrative Specialist	300 Hours

 

Admissions Requirements:

 

• Schedule the Tests of Adult Basic Education (TABE) or provide official documentation for a TABE Exemption.
• Schedule an appointment with your program counselor for TABE results and/or a program specific orientation.
• Register for classes during open enrollment.  Please be advised that registration runs on a first come, first served basis.

 

Program Hours and Schedule:

1050 Hours/10 Months/Hybrid

Class: Monday – Thursday, 5:00 pm – 9:00 pm

Online:  14 hours per week

 

Industry Certification and Licensure:

 

• Certified Medical Administrative Assistant (CMAA)
• QuickBooks Certified User
• Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS) Bundle Certification

 

Employment Opportunities:

 

 

• Medical Administrative Specialist
• Medical Records Clerk
• Claims Benefits Specialist
• Payment Processing Specialist
• Admissions Representative Specialist
• Health Care Coordinator

 

Accreditation:

For information about national and program accreditation, please contact the institution.

 

Program Costs:

Florida Residents Tuition / Registration Fees…………………………………………………………………………$3,203.00

Out of State Tuition/Registration Fees………………………………………………………………………………….$12,033.00

Books/Supplies………………………………………………………………………………………………………………..$291.67

Industry Certification & State Credential Exam Costs………………………………………………………….$260.00

Approximate Program Cost………………………………………………………………………………………………..$3,754.67

Out of State Approximate Program Cost……………………………………………………………………………..$12,584.67

 

Fees are based on the number of class days according to the Broward County Public Schools’ calendar.  Tuition and fees are subject to change without notice.

 

For additional information, please contact the Office of Admissions at (754) 321-5700.

 

 

Counselor for Medical Administrative Specialist

Meghan Emerson,

(754) 321-5891

meghan.emerson@browardschools.com

 

Click Here to download a PDF brochure for complete information including costs.