Graduates of this Medical Office Administration program have qualifications which prepare them to work in a variety of medically oriented offices of private physicians, medical groups, medical research firms, public health, federal agencies, and others. Professional Training . In addition to the core of office knowledge and skills, this emphasis prepares the student by taking courses dealing with medical terminology, anatomy and physiology, first aid, and medical office procedures. The graduate with the required experience is eligible to take the American Association of Medical Assistance examinations to become a Certified Medical Assistant, either Administrative, Clinical, or both. Denominational Opportunities .
Positions are available in the many hospitals and clinics in the U.S. and around the world.
In addition, there are job openings among S.D.A. medical businesses in the private sector. Job Outlook . Employment opportunities are predicted to be excellent into the millennium. A minimum of 90 quarter units including the major, cognates, and general-education requirements. For this A.S. degree program a total of 56 units in the core and emphasis plus the cognate courses are required.