<h2 id="section---FrequentlyAskedQuestions">Frequently Asked Questions</h2> <h3 id="section---WhatKindOfProgramIsIt"> What Kind of Program Is It?</h3> <p>An introductory education in medical and clinical office management procedures is the main focus of Virginia College's Associate of Science in Medical Office Management program. Coursework addresses medical terminology, medical insurance billing, ethics, computer technology, and patient care. You will also have the opportunity to study anatomy and physiology, pharmacology, accounting, and keyboarding. In addition, the program helps to prepare you to take the certification exam for medical office managers. The Associate of Science in Medical Office Management is offered on-campus at several Virginia College locations. </p> <h3 id="section---WhatAreThePrerequisites">What Are the Prerequisites?</h3> <p>Before you enroll in Virginia College's Associate of Science in Medical Office Management program, you should have an interest or possibly some experience in working in a medical or clinical office environment. Previous experience in office management in any industry can be helpful. Applicants to Virginia College programs should have a high school diploma or GED. </p> <h3 id="section---WhatAreTheCourseRequirements">What Are the Course Requirements?</h3> <p>To earn the Associate of Science degree in Medical Office Management from Virginia College, you must complete 96 quarter credit hours and 180 hours in an externship. Concentration area courses total 60 credits, with the remaining credits coming from foundation courses and general education requirements. You will also participate in an externship. </p> <p><u>Foundation Courses</u> </p> <p /> <table border="1"><tr><th>Course Code</th><th>Course Name</th></tr> <tr><td>AOM 1010</td><td> Keyboarding</td></tr> <tr><td>EDU 1010</td><td> Learning Framework</td></tr> <tr><td>EDU 1020</td><td> Career Exploration/Planning</td></tr> </table><p><u>Concentration Courses</u> </p> <p /> <table border="1"><tr><td>BIO 1120</td><td> Anatomy and Physiology: Body Structures</td></tr> <tr><td>BIO 1130</td><td> Anatomy and Physiology: Organs and Systems</td></tr> <tr><td>BUS 1000</td><td> Introduction to Business</td></tr> <tr><td>BUS 1410</td><td> Principles of Accounting I</td></tr> <tr><td>BUS 2760</td><td> Personnel Management</td></tr> <tr><td>MEA 1010</td><td> Clinical Office Procedures I</td></tr> <tr><td>MEA 1020</td><td> Clinical Office Procedures II</td></tr> <tr><td>MED 1010</td><td> Medical Terminology</td></tr> <tr><td>MED 1080</td><td> Medical Office Procedures</td></tr> <tr><td>MED 1140</td><td> Medical Law and Ethics</td></tr> <tr><td>MED 1150</td><td> Pharmacology and Drug Administration</td></tr> <tr><td>MED 1840</td><td> Medical Insurance Procedures</td></tr> <tr><td>MED 1850</td><td> Medical Insurance Applications</td></tr> <tr><td>MED 2500</td><td> Medical Office Management Certification Exam Review</td></tr> <tr><td>MED 2600</td><td> Medical Office Management Externship</td></tr> </table><h3 id="section---WhatCouldIDoAfterIGraduate"> What Could I Do After I Graduate?</h3> <h4 id="section---CareerOpportunities">Career Opportunities</h4> <p>As a graduate of Virginia College's Associate of Science in Medical Office Management program, you could qualify for entry-level management positions in the field. Patient record keeping, insurance billing, patient contact, and maintaining office computer systems are some responsibilities you might assume. Possible job positions include: </p> <ul><li>Medical office manager </li><li>Clinical office manager </li><li>Health information manager </li><li>Medical billing specialist </li></ul><h4 id="section---AdvancedDegrees">Advanced Degrees</h4> <p>Though you could be prepared for medical office management positions after completing Virginia College's Associate of Science in Medical Office Management program, some employers require a 4-year degree to begin in this field. While a bachelor's degree in medical office management is not available, you could pursue other degree areas. </p> <p>Advanced degree options include but are not limited to: </p> <ul><li>Bachelor of Science in Health Care Administration </li><li>Bachelor of Business Administration </li><li>Bachelor of Science in Business Administration </li></ul><p><i>Advanced degrees may not be offered at Virginia College, and credits may not be transferable.</i></p>