2022 - 2023 Catalog
Program: Medical Front Office
Title: Medical Front Office Assistant Occupational Skills Award
Note: This program may lead to an occupational license for which a prior criminal history may make a student ineligible. For more information, please visit: https://www.dallascollege.edu/hb1508.
(Occupational Skills Award)
- Students pursuing this certificate are waived from the Texas Success Initiative (TSI) standards, but must meet course prerequisites.
- Complete at least 25% of the credit hours required for graduation through instruction by Dallas College.
Degree Plan Code: OSA.MED.OFF.ASST
The Medical Front Office Assistant Occupational Skills Award prepares students for entry-level employment in a medical front office setting. The curriculum provides training in medical terminology, medical office procedures, computer applications and basic medical insurance and coding procedures. This award is for individuals who are new to a medical office setting.
| Course | Course Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| POFT 1127 | Introduction to Keyboarding | |
| POFI 1301 | Computer Applications 1 | 3 |
| MDCA 1313 | Medical Terminology | 3 |
| POFM 1317 | Medical Administrative Support | 3 |
| POFM 1327 | Medical Insurance | 3 |
| Semester Total | 13 | |
| Minimum Hours Required | 13 | |
|---|---|---|
NOTE: Students enrolling in this program who plan to transfer to a four year institution should consult an advisor or counselor regarding transfer requirements and the transferability of these courses to the four-year institution of their choice.