Become a Highly-Marketable Medical Administrative Assistant

Launch a Steady and Professional Office Career in the Rewarding Medical Field

"This occupation ranks among those with the largest number of job openings."

- U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics

Medical Administration Assistants provide direct care to patients as well as contributing to the overall operation of a healthcare office setting. Professionals in this field enjoy the consistency of an office job and the continual rewards of providing direct assistance to patients and medical professionals.

The Associate of Science Degree in Medical Administrative Assistant provides education and training that enables graduates to obtain entry-level employment with basic skills and knowledge of the administrative and clerical functions of a health care facility. Students can complete this program and enter the professional workplace in as little as 18 months.

High Demand for Qualified Medical Admin Pros

Medical Administrative Assistants have the benefit of being part of a number of industries that are currently growing at a rapid pace, including:

• Administrative & Support Services
• Healthcare and Social Assistance
• Educational Services (private)
• Scientific & Technical Services

The growth of these fields is creating a high demand for skilled Medical Admin professionals today. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor, Medical Administrative Assistants will enjoy "much faster than the average job growth" in the coming years. If you're interested in establishing yourself in a steady, professional career and are looking for a position where you can work with and help others, Medical Administrative Assisting could be an ideal career path for you - and now is an exciting time for new professionals starting out in this field.

Well-Rounded Education = Highly Marketable Graduates

Successful graduates of this course enter the professional world armed, not only with the necessary, industry-specific technical knowledge, but also with the fundamental computer and office skills to be an asset to any organization. Course areas include:

• Computer Operations
• Accounting
• Office Fundamentals
• Word Processing
• Spreadsheets and other computer applications
• General Education Courses
• Clerical Skills
• Medical Office Training

Employers will be impressed with your range of skills and how easily you take on the responsibilities of your new career.

Training Objectives: Typical Duties of a Medical Admin Professional

Graduates of the Medical Administrative Assistant program receive training to seek entry-level employment in clerical positions in a doctor's office or other healthcare facility. Medical Administrative Assistants use computer programs to tabulate and analyze data to help improve patient care, to control costs, for use in legal actions, in response to surveys, or for use in research studies.

In addition to general education, coursework includes medical terminology, medical transcription, medical office simulation, and medical coding. These are the skills top employers are looking for in Medical Admin personnel. The direct, hands-on training and focused guidance you receive at Florida Technical College will allow you to make an easy transition into any professional medical admin setting.

Career Ready in the Shortest Time - The FTC Advantage

Small Class Sizes - You'll receive personal, one-on-one attention from our experienced instructors, so you get the support you need to master material quickly. Our instructors are working professionals in the healthcare field, so they know just what you'll need to succeed in the professional setting.

Career Services - FTC has a dedicated career services office that will help with externship placement as well as post-graduate job placement. Among our other assets is our Medical Advisory Board consisting of members of the medical community that give insight into the training needed to succeed in today's Medical Assisting careers. The Advisory Board also serves as a connection to externship and job placement. You'll make a smooth transition from student to working professional backed by the dedicated Career Services team at Florida Technical College.

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Explore if becoming a Medical Administrative Assistant is right for you. Fill out the form on the right side of the page to receive career and program info or call the campus nearest you to speak with a knowledgeable Florida Technical College Career Advisor.