Credential(s) Offered
Industry certification
Method of Delivery
Hybrid or blended
When offered
Daytime Hours, Evening Hours
Instructional Program (CIP)
Description
A.Course Objective:
Description. The Medical Office Specialist Training Program is an 11-wk. Program of full time instruction with a total of 309 clock hrs. designed to provide students with the necessary skills to obtain entry level employment in a medical facility. Students are cross trained in both the clinical and administrative duties that are required to work effectively and productively in the medical setting. Students will receive didactic, theoretical and factual information via classroom lecture, demonstration of clinical skills, perform research, classroom presentations, develop a variety of patient teaching plans and a thorough understanding of pharmacology and medication administration.Units of study include, but not limited to, computer skill training, vital signs, ECG’s Laboratory testing, blood draws, injections, pharmacology, anatomy & physiology, coding, appointment scheduling, CPR & First Aid, psychology and medical record management- both paper & electronic.
This program adheres to the National Healthcareer Association Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA) and Certified Medical Administrative Assistant (CMAA) standards. Successful students will be eligible to sit for both the CCMA & the CMAA certification examinations. The program is approved by the Arizona State Board for Private Postsecondary Education. Regional Center for Border Health Inc. College of Health Careers holds an institutional accreditation by the Accrediting Bureau of Health Education Schools.
Competencies to be achieved: Introduction to Medical Assisting, Ambulatory Care Administration, Medical Office Administrative Functions, Billing and Coding Procedure Fundamentals of Clinical Medical Assisting, Assisting with Medications, Assisting with Medical Specialties, Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation and First Aid, Diagnostic Procedures, Assisting with Surgeries, Career Development, Externship.
B.Total Cost of Program (include all costs to student including testing, licensure)
Tuition $4,990.00
Registration Fee $50.00
Books $315.00
Uniforms $80.00
Supplies/Materials $60.00
Certification Exam $285.00
Total Program Cost $5,780.00
C.Provide a list of all books required for the program (even if cost of books is included in tuition)
Kinn’s The Medical Assistant 15th Edition, An Applies Learning Approach. Kinn’s The Medical Assistant 15th Edition, Student Study Guide & Procedure Checklist Manual Virtual Medical Office for Medical Assisting, 1st Edition, Study Guide with online Simulation
D.Provide a list of all supplies required for the program (even if costs are included in tuition)
Scrubs (2) sets
Blood Pressure Cuff
Stethoscope
Watch
E.WIOA Contact for Enrollment Status /Credential Verification. Name Lorena Delgadillo
Email ldelgadillo@rcbh.edu
Phone 928-315-7600
F.Direct Website link to the program
https://www.rcbh.edu/programs-medical-office-specialist.html
G.Additional information. Background check requirements for licensing and background restrictions for working in the occupation. According to the Arizona Medical Board, Medical assistants are not licensed in Arizona and certification is not required.
Other requirements needed: High School Diploma or GED. TB test required prior to placing student in a clinical field. Pass the Test for Adult Basic Education. The TABE Test is a diagnostic test used to determine a student’s skill levels and aptitudes. Students must obtain 8.0 score in order to enroll in classes at the College of Health Careers and or under the discretion of the President & CEO student may be admitted to the program.
H.Refund Policy (provide a summary if Refund policy is not listed on school website
Refund Policy is available through the school catalog and the school website https://www.rcbh.edu/ Pg. 40
I.Credentials:
Industry Recognized: Yes. Medical Office Specialist program is recognized by the National Healthcareer Association. Stackable:Yes. Career Pathway: Phlebotomy Technician, Electronic Health Records Specialist, EKG Technician, Medical Coder & Biller. Portable: Yes. Medical Office Specialist program is recognized by the National Healthcareer Association. Accredited Curriculum: (This is referring to the course being accredited, not the test or school)
Yes. Accrediting Bureau of Health Education Schools (ABHES), Arizona State Board of Private Postsecondary Education
J.Credential Attainment Rate (Percentage of students in the last 24 months who obtained the post-secondary credential, or secondary school diploma or its recognized equivalent, during participation or within one year after exit from the training program): 79% Credential Attainment Rate
Details
Program Length (Weeks)
11
Hours
309
Entrance Requirements
High School Diploma or Equivalent
School
Regional Center for Border Health, Inc.
WIOA Approved Program
Yes
Curriculum Competency Based
Yes
Training Location(s)
College of Health Careers
Local WIB
9 - ARIZONA@WORK - Yuma County
Type of Attainment:
Certificate or License
Name of Credential
Certified Medical Assistant
Type of financial aid offered or have access to
FAFSA/ Student Loan
Refund Policy
http.//www.collegeofhealthcareers.rcbh.edu
Is the proposed curriculum currently certified by an accrediting agency or similar national standardization program?
Yes - National HealthCareer Association/ABHES
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
Books (Estimated)
$315.00
Testing/Exam Fees
$285.00
In-State Tuition
$4,990.00
Other Fees
$80.00 Uniforms
Registration Fee
$50.00
Supplies/Materials/Hand Tools (not included in tuition)
$60.00
Total In-State Program Cost
$5,780.00
