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Medical Assisting, A.A.S.

Location(s): Jackson Center, Meigs Center, McArthur Center


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Major Code: (9331)

Associate of Applied Science Learning Outcomes

The successful student will:

  • Demonstrate they understand the importance of strong compliant and ethical practices in healthcare revenue cycle.
  • Demonstrate they understand the significance and possible legal consequences of medical compliance.
  • Demonstrate they understand the significance and possible legal consequences of workplace confidentiality.
  • Demonstrate they understand basic concepts of healthcare law and guidelines as well as be able to identify potential violations and understand an appropriate course of action upon identification of a compliance concern.
  • Demonstrate they understand the need to follow the HIPAA guidelines relating to patient privacy and basic reporting requirements after a disclosure.

Degree Requirements


Total General Education Hours: 30


Major Area required hours:


Total Major Area hours: 33


Total Program Hours: 63


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