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Medical Office Professional

What it is

 

Medical Office Workers

In Minneapolis College’s Medical Office Professional program, you will learn the clerical, computer, and administrative support skills you need to become a key staff member for health-related organizations.

The program will familiarize you with medical terminology, medical office procedures, plus give you background in insurance coding and forms processing. Extensive hands-on experience with the latest computer hardware and software applications is central to the program. You will also be shown specifically how to apply those skills in a medical environment. 

Highlights

  • You will have abundant employment opportunities after graduation. You will be prepared for entry-level administrative positions in virtually any healthcare setting including clinics, doctors’ offices, hospitals, nursing facilities and dental offices.
  • Equipped with sought-after administrative skills, graduates can choose where they work and what they do, including self-employment from home.
  • Minneapolis College offers flexible schedules and formats, with most courses offered either during the day or online. Online and hybrid classes offer convenient scheduling options for students.
  • A council of industry representatives guides the program. You will gain valuable real-world experience during internships.
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Award Requirements and Course Descriptions & Outlines

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Program Learning Outcomes

  1. Develop professional ethics and client confidentiality.
  2. Demonstrate a working knowledge of medical office computers and software technology.
  3. Develop professional customer services skills.
  4. Apply effective written, and verbal communication skills