Administrative Support Technology: Medical Office Assistant (221-285-01) Career Studies Certificate

Fall I

• AST 101 - Keyboarding I (3 credits)
• AST 243 - Office Administration I (3 credits)
• AST 230 - Introduction to Office Technology (3 credits)
• HLT 110 - Personal and Community Health (3 credits)
• HLT 143 - Medical Terminology (3 credits)

Spring I

• AST 102 - Keyboarding II (3 credits)
• AST 107 - Editing/Proofreading Skills (3 credits)
• AST 234 - Records and Database Management (3 credits)
• AST 242 - Medical Insurance and Coding (3 credits)

Total Minimum Credits 27

NOTE: AST and IT courses used to satisfy program requirements must be taken within seven years of the student’s expected graduation date.

Program Information (PSAHHS)

For additional information about this program visit the Public Safety, Allied Health and Human Services Division web page, stop by Hampton Campus, Hampton III - Suite 747, phone 757-825-2808, or email psahhs@vpcc.edu.

Students may take courses in the summer session where available. Please consult with an academic advisor to review course scheduling options. Students are encouraged to speak with a financial aid advisor to determine funding eligibility.