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Commonly Asked Questions: Medical Office
Technology
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Arapahoe Community College offers four different Medical Office
Technology Programs that are designed for speed and flexibility.
Programs range from 8 to 13 months for certificate programs and
two years for the Associate Degree programs. Many MOT courses are
offered over the internet (on-line). Our Medical Office Technology
programs include:
- MOT - Medical Assistant - Certificate
- MOT - Medical Practice Manager - A.A.S. Degree
- MOT - Medical Assistant - A.A.S. Degree
- MOT - Administrative Assistant - Certificate
Which Program is right for Me?
Medical Assistant
- Assist physician with physical exam
- Give injections
- Draw blood
- Fill out insurance claims
- Place referrals
Administrative Assistant
- Schedule surgery
- Answer phones
- Place referrals
- Complete insurance claims
- Handle billing transactions
What is the job market outlook?
Medical Assistants/Administrative Assistants are in high demand
in the Denver metro area. As the healthcare field continues to change,
the demand for qualified professional Medical Assistants/Administrative
Assistants is increasing. Employment opportunities are on the rise.
What kind of salary can I expect?
Entry level salaries range from $21,000-$25,000 with great opportunity
for advancement.
Do I have what it takes to become a successful Medical
Assistant?
- Professionalism
- Interest in cutting edge technology
- Great interpersonal skills
- A desire to be part of a dynamic team
Are the programs Accredited?
Medical Assisting Programs are Accredited by the Commission on Accreditation
of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP) on recommendation of
the Committee on Accreditation for Medical Assistant Education located
at 20 N. Wacker Drive, Suite 1575, Chicago, IL 60606, 1.800.228.2262
Will I receive any type of certification?
Graduates of the Medical Assistant programs are eligible to sit
for the CMA Exam conducted by the Certifying Board of the American
Association of Medical Assistants (AAMA)
How much do the programs cost?
The programs are very affordable, ranging from $1,240.00 to $4,500.00
How do I get more information?
For more information please contact our Division Office at 303.797.5991
and ask for the Medical Office Technology information package.
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