In addition, you will learn basic insurance agency operations. Typical equipment you will use includes electronic calculators, typewriters and computers. A series of four insurance classes are designed to enhance your career opportunities in the insurance business, and each requires 48 to 54 hours of attendance. The training can prepare you to do a wide range of clerical and administrative duties. The most comprehensive classes are titled Medical Assistant.
Some short courses offer only medical or dental terminology.
Prerequisites usually include being able to type 25-35 words per minute plus having good English grammar skills. For a bilingual Medical Office class, applicants must be proficient in reading, writing and speaking both English and Spanish. The curriculum also covers the duties of a medical office receptionist or a manager, medical office records, finances, and insurance. Hours required for completion range from 48 to 570. Different hours for completion depend upon course requirements and will also depend upon your progress in the class, and your previous training and experience.