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Catalog 2020-2021 
    
Catalog 2020-2021 [ARCHIVED CATALOG]


Administrative Medical Assisting



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This certificate prepares students for administrative duties in a health care setting. Students will develop the skills and knowledge required to effectively perform health care office functions including patient scheduling, insurance and reimbursement procedures, and office recordkeeping, while adhering to legal and ethical standards in the field.

Students who complete the Administrative Medical Assisting certificate can apply those courses to CCV’s Health Science (A.S.)  program.

Administrative Medical Assisting Semester Map

For more information, consult the Medical Assisting Handbook 2020-2021   

You will be required to pass a criminal background check before enrolling in the Administrative Medical Assisting, which are required to complete this certificate. To start the process, go to: www.CastleBranch.com. Click on “Place Order” and enter package code: CQ01. You will then be directed to set up your CastleBranch account. The cost for this requirement is payable directly to CastleBranch online. These records are confidential.

Important Immunization Information

Allied health program students are required by the State of Vermont to provide documentation of immunizations

Immunization Letter   

Program Outcomes


Students who complete the certificate will be able to:

  • apply basic knowledge of anatomy, physiology, and disease processes of the human body to effectively communicate with patients and providers;
  • employ basic knowledge of law and ethics as they pertain to a medical office;
  • perform basic medical office functions including patient scheduling, insurance and reimbursement procedures, basic coding, accounting, and bookkeeping; and
  • explore pathways and demonstrate preparedness for educational and career development in the student’s field of study.

Total Credits: 30


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