Medical Administrative Assistant Associate Degree

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Prepare for a career in the growing healthcare field with a Medical Administrative Assistant Online Associate of Applied Science (A.A.S.) degree from National American University.

Online Medical Administrative Assistant Associate Program Overview

Medical offices need trained professionals to work alongside doctors, nurses, technicians, and patients to keep things running smoothly. A Medical Administrative Assistant (MAA) degree will give you an introduction to the medical field and help you gain the reasoning, communication, and medical recordkeeping skills you need to prepare for an entry level administrative position in a variety of public and private healthcare settings.

The Medical Administrative Assistant online program utilizes a combination of lecture and learning activities to address both administrative and general topics. You will also have the option to complete the 160-hour virtual practicum required for eligibility to take a credentialing exam.

Graduates of the program will be able to:

  • Demonstrate entry-level skills, knowledge, and behavior competence in administrative content, functions, and procedures, including medical records management, healthcare coding, office accounting, and transcription.
  • Apply fundamental principles, regulations, and statutes for performing within legal and ethical boundaries.
  • Create a plan for obtaining membership in professional organizations and continuing education.
  • Demonstrate effective communication and relationship management skills in healthcare organizations.
  • Demonstrate effective teamwork through collaboration.

Online Medical Administrative Assistant Classes and Curriculum

The Medical Administrative Assistant Online Degree program consists of three class requirements: major core, support core, and general education core. These classes total 90 credits.

Major Core

38.5 credits

Support Core

9 credits

General Education

42.5 credits

Course availability is subject to minimum class size requirements.

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Online Medical Administrative Assistant Associate Degree Career Outcomes

Medical Administrative Assistants typically work in state, local, and private hospitals, physicians’ offices, outpatient care centers, chiropractic offices, rehab facilities, assisted living centers, and nursing homes. Administrative duties may include:

  • Greeting patients and setting appointment times
  • Scheduling hospital admissions
  • Medical transcription and record management
  • Insurance coding, billing and collections
  • Office compliance
  • General medical office procedures

With sufficient training and experience a medical administrative assistant may become responsible for managing a medical office.

Who Is a Good Candidate for the Online Medical Administrative Assistant Associate Degree?

  • Entry-level job seekers: The Medical Administrative Assistant Online Associate degree is an empowering first step if you plan to begin a healthcare career.  You receive the knowledge and skill base required for entry-level employment, even with no prior medical work experience.
  • Healthcare professionals: A college degree is commonly required to advance your career. Your degree can demonstrate your dedication to your supervisors and set you apart from other job candidates. Also, as an online student, you can take classes as you advance your career.

Course Listing (90 Credits)

ME1100 – Introduction to Medical Assisting
ME1140 – Medical Terminology for Health Professions
ME2211 – Human Pharmacology
ME2250 – Medical Law and Ethics
ME2260 – Medical Records Management
ME2515 – Introduction to Pathophysiology
ME2611 – Healthcare Coding and Billing I
ME2612 – Healthcare Coding and Billing II
ME2620 – Medical Office Procedures with Software Apps

ME3321 – Medical Administrative Assistant Practicum OR
HA3010 – Introduction to U.S. Healthcare Delivery

MT1050 – Introduction to Business
MT2050 – Principles of Management

Communications

EN1150 – Composition I
EN2150 – Interpersonal Professional Communication

Science

SC1221 – Essentials of Anatomy and Physiology with Lab

Mathematics

MA2000 – Quantitative Reasoning

Humanities

HU – Humanities Elective

Behavioral/Social Science

PS2000 – Human Growth and Development
SO1060 – Foundations of Cultural Competence

General Education

CS1202 – Strategies for Professionals OR
CS1204 – Advanced Strategics for Professionals

CS1302 – Consumer Mathematics
CS2080 – Career Management

Course availability is subject to minimum class size requirements.