This career major will teach students about front office procedures needed in doctor’s offices and other medical settings. They will learn how to type, format documents, and use MS Word, Excel, and Outlook. In addition, students will also learn how to prepare medical insurance forms, transcript medical reports, code, and how to bill and schedule. Students will also learn CPR/First Aid, medical terminology and the basics of anatomy and physiology. Students will practice in a variety of settings as chosen by the instructor. Upon completion of this course, students will have experience and skills necessary to become employed in a medical, dental, or veterinary office setting.
Instructor
Erika Findley
Curriculum/Hours
| Computer Keyboarding | 45 | |
| Introduction to Microsoft Programs | 138 | |
| Word and Computer Literacy | 30 | |
| Introduction to Medical Office | 30 | |
| Medical Informatics | 45 | |
| Core Medical Terminology | 45 | |
| Introduction to Anatomy and Physiology | 120 | |
| Core Technical Skills in Healthcare | 15 | |
| Core First Aid | 15 | |
| Core Healthcare Provider CPR | 6 | |
| Introduction to Medical Insurance | 45 | |
| Patient Billing | 170 | |
| Introduction to Medical Transcription | 125 | |
| Medical Coding | 145 | |
| Medical Office Specialist Internship | 80 | |
| TOTAL HOURS | 1,054 |
College Credit
College Credit is available for this major.
Cost
| Tuition - In-District | $2,846 |
|---|---|
| Tuition - Out-of-District | $3,162 |
| Supply Fees | $1,411 |
Student Organization
Health Occupations Students of America (HOSA) is a service organization for high school and adult students of industrial programs. HOSA provides opportunities for students to enhance their personal and leadership qualities through individual and group projects and through skill competitions which are held on local, state, and national levels.
For more information on this Career Major, contact Student Services
at 405.452.5500
or the instructor at efindley@wwtech.org