Medical Administrative Assistant
The Medical Administrative Assistant (MAA) program at State Career College is a 100% online, asynchronous program designed to prepare students for entry-level roles as a Certified Medical Administrative Assistant (CMAA).
Program Overview
A Certified Medical Administrative Assistant manages the "front office" of healthcare facilities, acting as the primary point of contact for patients. Key duties include scheduling appointments, greeting patients, managing electronic health records (EHR), processing billing and insurance claims, and handling correspondence to ensure efficient office operations.
What Students Learn
- Medical terminology and documentation
- Patient scheduling, intake, and front-office workflow
- HIPAA compliance and medical law & ethics
- Electronic Health Records (EHR)
- Medical billing, coding, and insurance claims
- Professional communication and patient relations
- Advanced administrative procedures and office leadership
Graduates are eligible to sit for the Certified Medical Administrative Assistant (CMAA) certification examination.
Program Structure
This program does not require an externship. Coursework is delivered fully online, allowing students to complete studies on their own schedule while meeting weekly milestones.
Curriculum
| Course # | Course Title | Clock Hours | Credit Hours | Weeks |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| MAA101 | Introduction to Medical Terminology | 100 | 5 | 5 |
| MAA102 | Medical Office Procedures I | 100 | 5 | 5 |
| MAA103 | Communication & Patient Relations | 100 | 5 | 5 |
| MAA104 | Electronic Health Records | 100 | 5 | 5 |
| MAA105 | Billing & Coding Fundamentals | 100 | 5 | 5 |
| MAA106 | Medical Law & Ethics | 100 | 5 | 5 |
| MAA107 | Advanced Administrative Procedures | 100 | 5 | 5 |
| MAA108 | Capstone & CMAA Certification Prep | 80 | 4 | 4 |
| Program Total | 780 | 39 | 39 |
Estimated Cost of Attendance
| Item | Cost |
|---|---|
| Tuition | $17,400.00 |
| Books & Supplies | $1,115.00 |
| Testing Fees | $165.00 |
| Technology Fee | $60.00 |
| Total Cost | $18,740.00 |
Note: Graduation from this program does not guarantee certification. CMAA certification requirements are determined by the certifying body.
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