AAS in Medical Office Management

Frequently Asked Questions

What Kind of Program Is It?

Kaplan University's Associate of Applied Science in Medical Office Management program offers students the opportunity to learn about common diseases of the human body, anatomy, physiology, medical law, medical terminology, and bioethics. Students can study the management of patient information, medical insurance and billing, medical coding, medical accounting, and the format, content, and management of medical records. Coursework also includes instruction in administrative procedures, medical software applications, personnel management, governmental compliance, professionalism in health care, and procedures performed in health care settings, such as taking vital signs, exam preparation, and how to handle emergencies. Although the program is offered online, a 90-hour externship at an approved medical office is also required.

What Are the Prerequisites?

Students who wish to apply to the Associate of Applied Science in Medical Office Management program should be interested in working with patients and doctors in medical offices. Applicants to Kaplan University's programs should have a high school diploma or GED and be a citizen or permanent resident of the U.S. Since the program is offered online, applicants should have access to a computer.

What Are the Course Requirements?

The Associate of Applied Science in Medical Office Management program consists of 91 credits. Credit requirements are broken into 15 core credits, 10 open elective credits, and 66 major credits.

Medical Office Management Major Course Requirements

• Academic Strategies for the Health Care Professional
• Medical Law and Bioethics
• Medical Terminology
• Software Applications for Health Care Professionals
• Anatomy and Physiology I
• Anatomy and Physiology II
• Diseases of the Human Body
• Medical Office Management
• Medical Insurance and Billing
• Medical Coding I
• Medical Office Accounting
• Professionalism in Health Care
• Medical Records Management
• Medical Office Applications
• Advanced Medical Office Management
• Medical Office Management Externship and Evaluation

What Are My Post-Graduation Opportunities?

Career Opportunities

The Associate of Applied Science in Medical Office Management program is designed to help prepare you for entry-level management positions in health care facilities, doctors' offices, and other medical settings. After completing the program you could be eligible to take the Certified Medical Administrative Specialists (CMAS) exam.* Some positions you could pursue include:

• Certified medical administrative specialist
• Medical office receptionist
• Medical office assistant manager
• Medical office manager

Advanced Degrees

Kaplan University's Associate of Applied Science in Medical Office Management program helps you prepare to enter the workplace, but it can also help you prepare for undergraduate studies. Furthering your education by pursuing a bachelor's degree in a related health care management field can provide you with additional administrative, clerical, and technical skills which may provide additional career options. Below are some bachelor's degrees that you may wish to pursue:

• Bachelor of Science in Health Care Administration
• Bachelor of Business Administration in Medical Administration
• Bachelor of Science in Medical Management