What does a certified medical administrative assistant do

Credential(s) Offered

Industry certification, Measurable skills gain

Method of Delivery

Online, e-learning, or distance learning

When offered

Daytime Hours, Evening Hours, Weekends

Instructional Program (CIP)

Medical Administrative/Executive Assistant and Medical Secretary. 510716

Description

School: Maricopa Corporate College
Program Name: Medical Administrative Assistant with EHR
Course Objective Description: Approved by the National Healthcareer Association, the Medical Administrative Assistant with EHR program prepares individuals for the Certified Medical Administrative Assistant (CMAA) and Certified Electronic Health Records Specialist (CEHRS) credentials. Individuals learn Microsoft Office basics, healthcare documentation and reimbursement, and medical office management topics such as practice finances and standard office procedures. The interactive online curriculum also includes over 20 hours of training on government-certified ezEMRx EHR software. In addition, one-on-one support from experienced trainers throughout the course, learners also receive vouchers for the CMAA and CHERS exams.


Competencies to be achieved:
Program Orientation: Medical Administrative Assistant
HealthCare Foundational Knowledge and Basic Science
Patient Care Coordination and Education
Computer Fundamentals
Medical Administrative Assistant
Communication and Customer Service in the Healthcare Office
Medical Laws and Ethics
Electronic Medical Records
Career Success in Healthcare
Program Completion

Training Services Offered When: Open enrollment; begin any time; students have 8 months to complete program; Some learners are able to complete their training program in as little as 3-5 months
• Total Cost of Program: $3,499
• Provide a list of all books required for the program: N/A
• Provide a list of all supplies required for the program: 
• Complete online access to expert-created study materials
• One-on-one support from your mentors and our technical support team
• Career support designed to help you turn your training into a job
• Vouchers for both the CMAA and CEHRS certification exams upon completion
• 276 hours of study materials


WIOA Contact for Enrollment Status/Credential Verification:
Name: Vanessa Plummer
Email:
Phone Number: 480-377-2717
Direct Website link to the program:
https://info.maricopacorporate.com/medical-administrative-assistant-ehr

Additional Information:
Background checks requirements for licensing and background restrictions for working in the occupation: Background checks are typically required to work in healthcare industry/occupation.
Other requirements needed: None
Prerequisites: None
Refund Policy: Refund Policy for Non-Credit Classes-Unless otherwise specified, students must drop non-credit classes prior to the course start date to be eligible for a 100% refund.

Credentials:
Industry Recognized: Yes
Nationally Recognized Industry Association or Organization: NHA
Stackable: Yes
Career Pathway: Higher credentials
Portable: Yes, this course prepares for national certification, recognized in any state in the nation.
Accredited Curriculum: Yes
Accrediting Agency and Link to Website: https://www.nhanow.com/
Credential Attainment Rate:70%

Details

Program Length (Weeks)

35

Hours

276

Entrance Requirements

High School Diploma or Equivalent

School

Rio Salado College-MCOR

WIOA Approved Program

Yes

Training Location(s)

Online

Local WIB

7 - Maricopa County, Maricopa Workforce Connections

Name of Credential

CMAA and CEHRS

Type of financial aid offered or have access to

N/A for Non-Credit Programs

Refund Policy

See synopsis

Is the proposed curriculum currently certified by an accrediting agency or similar national standardization program?

Yes - National Healthcareer Association

Is this proposed curriculum considered a nontraditional program of training services for women?

No

Is this proposed curriculum considered a nontraditional program of training services for men?

No

Cost Items

In-State/District Tuition

$3,499.00

Out-of-State/District Tuition

$3,499.00

Total In-State Program Cost

$3,499.00

Total Out-of-State Program Cost

$3,499.00

Demand Occupation(s)

43-6013.00Medical Secretaries and Administrative Assistants

$13.38 per hour

Required Certification: CMAA and CEHRS

Last Updated

Apr 15, 2022

Created

Apr 17, 2020

Renewal

Jul 09, 2022

What are the duties of a medical administrative assistant?

A few responsibilities of most medical administrative assistants include:.
Checking patients in for scheduled appointments..
Answering phones and maintaining databases..
Keeping track of medical records and charts..
Transferring lab results to appropriate technicians..
Ordering supplies and maintaining general office standards..

Is the CMAA exam difficult?

It's not easy. The right review course will help you pass, but successful preparation requires dedication and discipline. Understanding the CMA exam difficulty helps you budget and prioritize your study time, motivates you to stay focused, and gives you an appreciation for the value of the CMA certification.

What's the difference between a medical assistant and a medical administrative assistant?

The biggest difference? Medical assistants provide patient care. Medical administrative assistants don't. Other major differences include the education you'll need and the salary you can earn.

What can I do after medical administrative assistant?

Healthcare management job titles include:.
Physician Practice Manager..
Health Care Administrator..
Patient Finance Manager..
Health Insurance Manager..
Managed Care Representative..
Healthcare Department Manager..