ADVANCE YOUR

MEDICAL ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT

CAREER

Learn how to handle the communication, organization, and administration of a clinical healthcare setting, including patient outreach, appointment scheduling, and more. The Medical Administrative Assistant program from Professional Workforce Development sponsored by Southern Adventist University offers you the ideal opportunity to get trained and ready for a fast-growing healthcare career. Medical administrative assistants are expected to see available jobs grow by 22.5% over the next ten years. And through our Professional Workforce Development programs, you can get qualified for entry-level roles in this field in approximately 6 months.

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What does a
Health Unit Coordinator
do
Important
Information
Job
Possibilities
Certificate
Information
Payment
Options

6 Months

PROGRAM LENGTH

CHUC, CEHRS

CERTIFICATIONS

$2000.00*

Payment Plan Available

TOTAL TUITION

ISSUING AUTHORITY

*Payment Plan Details: Enrollment requires a minimum deposit of $500. Installment payments will begin 30 days after the course start date. Connect with an admissions counselor to explore the payment plan available to you.

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WHAT DOES A MEDICAL ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT DO?

Medical Administrative Assistants are essential team members who help keep the day-to-day operations of healthcare facilities running smoothly. This role coordinates many non-clinical tasks, including patient relations, inter-department communications, scheduling procedures, and compliance.

After successfully completing the Medical Administrative Assistant program, students will be comfortable with best practices in healthcare settings, as well as medical terminology, human anatomy, and physiology. They will also have the preparation needed to expertly carry out administrative responsibilities that include electronic health record audits, transcription, patient information collection, and quality control.

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WHERE DOES A MEDICAL ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT WORK?

Medical Administrative Assistants have many different responsibilities in a healthcare setting, assisting in everything from monitoring compliance to patient relations. 

Once you’ve completed the Medical Administrative Assistant program, you will have a solid understanding of human anatomy and physiology, medical terminology, and a healthcare setting’s best practices. As part of their skills, they will also participate in transcriptions, electronic health record audits, patient information collection, and communication management. 

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Requirements

High School Diploma or GED

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Course registration & payment

Training Materials Provided

Expert-led video based training

eBook: Health Unit Coordinating

Competency assessments

National Certification exam fee

MEDICAL ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT

Outcomes

The demand for medical administrative assistants will continue to grow rapidly, especially as the healthcare field expands to meet the rising needs of the population. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics employment is expected to climb faster than other occupations, averaging a 10% increase over the next decade. 

Upon certificate completion, medical administrative assistant students will have a thorough understanding of human anatomy, medical terminology, patient processes, and electronic health records. 

Skills Learned

Students in the medical administrative assistant program will spend 4-6 months completing a comprehensive curriculum in order to master the expertise needed to successfully launch their healthcare administration career. Some of the skills gained include: 

  • Effective communication strategies in a healthcare setting 
  • Electronic record monitoring and auditing 
  • Transcription and charting functions 
  • Understanding of medical terminology and human anatomy 
  • Executing clinical and non-clinical functions 

MEDICAL ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT JOB POSSIBILITIES

Medical Administrative Assistant 

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Health Unit Coordinator 

CERTIFICATION INFORMATION

Upon completion of the certificate, students will be prepared to sit for the Certified Medical Administrative Assistant (CMAA) exam. 

CMAA

Certified Medical Administrative Assistant 

Earning this national certification demonstrates to future employers that you have mastered the skills and knowledge necessary to work successfully as a Medical Administrative Assistant 

MEDICAL ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT PAYMENT OPTIONS

In addition to the following payment options, we offer special corporate volume pricing. Visit the Corporate page for details.

Pay in full using any major credit card, PayPal, or Venmo. Select “credit card” as your payment option.
Apply for PayPal Credit and pay zero interest if your balance is paid in full within 6-months. Complete a quick application and you’ll receive a credit decision within seconds.
Pay for your training with an education loan through Sallie Mae or Meritize. Complete the course registration process to reserve your seat using one of these options.
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DO YOU NEED HELP PAYING FOR YOUR CERTIFICATION PROGRAM?​

Many employers offer education assistance programs with tuition reimbursement. Schedule a call with an enrollment advisor to learn more. 

PROGRAM COMPARISONS

PROFESSIONAL WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT Community College
Program & Tuition Cost
$5,000 average
Up to $20,000
Exam Fees, Books & Materials
Included
Up to $750
Job Ready In
3–6 months
24–48 months
Schedule Flexibility
On-demand 24/7
Set class schedule
Travel Requirements
None: 100% online
On-campus classrooms
Student Support
Personal Advisors: text, call and email access
Professors: scheduled office hours
Career Coaching
Exam-tailor + soft-skill training to build well-rounded careers
Exam-based + prerequisites and electives to meet credit
Content Delivery
3D animations, immersive environments, interactive activities, game-based learning
Professor lectures

MEET YOUR WORKFORCE TRAINING SPECIALIST!

Tracey is your Workforce Training Specialist.  She is here to help you understand your program of interest, payment options and succeed!  Get in touch with Tracey to learn more about your program, Southern Adventist University and how to achieve your workforce development goals!

FAQ

Students will complete the comprehensive online certificate over 4 to 6 months. The certificate is flexible, allowing for assignments to be completed anytime, from anywhere, 24/7. 

Ideal candidates for this online program have excellent communication and critical thinking skills, are able to effectively multitask, and are independent self-starters who can make decisions quickly.

Medical Administrative Assistants pivot in many directions every day. In addition to supporting physicians and staff, they also assist with processing admissions, transfers and discharges, maintaining medical records and assisting with unit clerical functions. 

Medical Administrative Assistants often use this training as a steppingstone to other healthcare opportunities, including Unit Clerk, Patient Access Coordinator, Monitor Technician or Scheduling Coordinator. 

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