GateWay Community College

Trade and Technical Training Certificate Programs 2018-2019 193 Admission Requirements: Reading assessment Completed admission packet 17 1/2 years of age to enroll Required Courses Clock Hours EMC108 EMS and Fire Prep Academy ............................................................................................................ 300 Total Program Hours: .................................................................................................................................................... 300 CERTIFICATE OF COMPETENCY IN MEDICAL ASSISTING CERTIFICATE PROGRAM (830 CLOCK HOURS; CODE 1804; 24 HOURS PER WEEK) Division: Healthcare Program Manager: Janeen Berberian A medical assistant is an integral member of the healthcare delivery team, qualified by education and ex- perience to work in the administrative office, examining room, and physician office laboratory. The medical assistant, also a liaison between the doctor and patient, is of vital importance to the success of the medical practice. Employment is found in physician offices, clinics, and other healthcare settings. Upon completion of the program, students are eligible to register and sit for a national certification test. Program Notes: Externship hours are site specific and may require attendance any day of the week, including during unscheduled days and times. Admission Requirements: • 17 1/2 years of age to enroll • High school diploma or GED • Reading and math assessment • Completed admission packet • Level 1 Fingerprint Clearance Card • "Pass" on Supplemental Background Check Required Courses Clock Hours MDC100 Medical Assisting Fundamentals ......................................................................................................105 MDC102 Medical Assisting Front Office ...........................................................................................................215 MDC110 Medical Assisting Back Office I ..........................................................................................................188 MDC120 Medical Assisting Back Office II .........................................................................................................162 MDC130 Medical Assisting Externship .............................................................................................................160 Total Program Hours: ....................................................................................................................................................830 CERTIFICATE OF COMPETENCY IN MEDICAL BILLING AND CODING CERTIFICATE PROGRAM (805 CLOCK HOURS; CODE 1850; 20 HOURS PER WEEK) Division: Healthcare Program Manager: Janeen Berberian This program trains students to process medical claims and payment for services in healthcare settings. A medical biller and coder is someone who can work independently, is detail oriented, can interpret reimbursement guidelines and regulations, and has good computer skills. These professionals assign specific codes for diagnosis and procedures performed on a patient and documented in the patient's health record. They code symptoms, diseases, operations, and treatments according to national classification systems. Upon completion of the coding classes, students are eligible to register and sit for the national Certified Professional Coder (CPC) exam through the AAPC. Program Notes:

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