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Career Studies Certificate
Eastern Shore Community College
This program is included in: G3
Program Details
Career Studies Certificate in Medical Administrative Office Specialist
Career Studies CertificateCareer Studies Certificate in Medical Administrative Office Specialist
Eastern Shore Community College
This program is included in: G3
The Medical Administrative Office Specialist (MAOS) certificate program prepares individuals to work as front office staff in medical office settings. Upon completion of the program, students are eligible to take the National Center Competency Test (NCCT) for certification
Program Overview & Guidance
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| Program Guidance Element | What You Need to Know |
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| Considerations for Selecting Degree | The Medical Administrative Office Specialist (MAOS) certificate program prepares individuals to work as front office staff in medical office settings. Upon completion of the program, students are eligible to take the National Center Competency Test (NCCT) for certification |
| Considerations When Selecting Courses |
The Medical Administrative Office Specialist (MAOS) certificate program prepares individuals to work as front office staff in medical office settings. Upon completion of the program, students are eligible to take the National Center for Competency Testing (NCCT) for certification.
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| Program Requirements Beyond Specific Courses | 1. Students must complete the program within 3 years to be eligible for national certification. 2. There is a limited time for the student to test for national certification following graduation. 3. Students must apply and send all information to National Center for Competency Testing (NCCT) in order to sit for examination. 4. NCCT information regarding testing and fees can be found at https://www.ncctinc.com/ 5. Part-time students should consult their faculty advisors regarding appropriate course sequences. |
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Program Credit Requirements
What If I Have An Associate Degree Or Credit For Prior Learning?
| Transfer Guidance Element | What You Need to Know |
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| Associate Transfer Degree Completion | Students must earn 25% of their credits at ESCC for an Associate degree from our institution. Students who transfer to ESCC with a completed Associate or Bachelor's degree will be awarded SDV 100 and will have their transcript evaluated for other course transfer. |
Completion of Associate Degree Concurrent with High School | ESCC does not distinguish between students earning an associate degree concurrently, while in high school, or after high school graduation. |
| Credit for Prior Learning | https://es.vccs.edu/admissions/credits/ |
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College Level Information
| College Fit Guidance | What You Need to Know |
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| Is This College Right For Me? | YES! (Your Eastern Shore) is ESCC's culture of hospitality. YES! encourages students, teachers and staff to start from a positive perspective, develop personal YES!! visions and statements, and take proud ownership of the college and the Shore community. We invite you to discover your YES! at Your Eastern Shore Community College. |
| Transfer Student Catalog Year | Catalog year determined by first semester of attendance |
| First Year Student Catalog Year | The student's catalog year is determined by first semester of attendance. |
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Where Can This Degree Transfer
This section displays degrees most closely related to this program
and to which you may be able to transfer. So, you can use this list to find the
next degree you can complete in your major. Please click the degree name to
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| Institution | Title | Degree | Award Name | Award Level | Delivery Mode |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Laurel Ridge Community College | Associate of Applied Science Degree in Health Information Management | Associate | Associate of Applied Science | 2-Year | Online |
| Mountain Empire Community College | Associate of Applied Science Degree in Health Information Management | Associate | Associate of Applied Science | 2-Year | In-Person, Online, Hybrid |
| Northern Virginia Community College | Health Information Management, A.A.S. | Associate | Associate of Applied Science | 2-Year | In-Person, Hybrid |
| Tidewater Community College | Associate of Applied Science - Health Information Management | Associate | Associate of Applied Science | 2-Year | In-Person, Hybrid |
| George Mason University | Applied Science, BAS | Bachelor | Bachelor of Applied Science | 4-Year | Hybrid, In-Person, Online |
Careers Where This Degree Applies
| O*Net Code | Name | Description | Parent |
|---|---|---|---|
| 29-9021.00 | Health Information Technologists and Medical Registrars | Apply knowledge of healthcare and information systems to assist in the design, development, and continued modification and analysis of computerized healthcare systems. Abstract, collect, and analyze treatment and followup information of patients. May educate staff and assist in problem solving to promote the implementation of the healthcare information system. May design, develop, test, and implement databases with complete history, diagnosis, treatment, and health status to help monitor diseases. | Healthcare Practitioners and Technical Occupations |
| 29-2072.00 | Medical Records Specialists | Compile, process, and maintain medical records of hospital and clinic patients in a manner consistent with medical, administrative, ethical, legal, and regulatory requirements of the healthcare system. Classify medical and healthcare concepts, including diagnosis, procedures, medical services, and equipment, into the healthcare industry's numerical coding system. Includes medical coders. | Healthcare Practitioners and Technical Occupations |
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