Medical Office Technology

Associate of Applied Science Degree
Recommended basic skills standards are

• AAA 090
• ENG 090
• MAT 060
• REA 090

The area of Medical Office Technology is designed to prepare individuals to assist with clinical and administrative functions as employees within the health care system of the community. All students become familiar with the health care system, medical terminology, and interpersonal relationships. Five certificate options and one associate of applied science degree option are available within the Medical Office Technology program. These options are designed to allow students an opportunity to pursue careers compatible with their interest and abilities. A single option or a combination of options may be pursued.

Clinical facilities require tuberculin skin tests, proof of measles, rubella and rubeola vaccines or titers, proof of hepatitis B vaccinations and a current tetanus. Prior to clinical internship the student must also take a physical exam by their private physician at their own cost.

Facilities such as physician’s offices, clinics or hospitals require criminal background checks on all students. Students who have any record of acts of violence or failure to adhere to retraining orders will not be allowed to enroll in internship classes or phlebotomy classes. Students are also required to take and pass drug and alcohol screening prior to their clinical/ administrative (internship) or phlebotomy classes. Failure to pass the above tests will result in the inability to complete the desired certification or degree.

Contact Information

Vicki Bond
Coordinator, Medical Office Technology
Centennial Campus, A353
719-502-3324
vicki.bond@ppcc.edu

Program Information

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Last updated 5/27/2010