Business Office Administration – Medical Office Concentration
Technical Diploma or Associate of Applied Science
The Associate of Applied Science (AAS) in Business Office Administration – Medical Office Concentration provides a comprehensive foundation in business principles and practices and is designed to prepare students to work in a wide range of healthcare settings as medical coders or billing and reimbursement specialists. This 69-credit-hour program is typically completed in five semesters of full-time study, with flexible options available for part-time students.
Career Opportunities
Graduates of our Business Administration program are prepared for entry-level positions in various healthcare settings, including:
- Medical Office Assistant
- Medical Coder
- Billing Specialist
- Reimbursement Specialist
- Medical Records Clerk
Additionally, many of our graduates successfully transfer to bachelor's degree programs in business administration and related fields.
Admission Requirements
Our Business Administration program welcomes students from diverse backgrounds. To apply, you'll need:
- High school diploma or equivalent (GED)
- Completed application form
- Placement testing or qualifying ACT/SAT scores
Program Highlights
- Transferable Credits: Our curriculum aligns with requirements at many four-year institutions, making it easy to continue your education with junior standing at universities across the country.
- Flexible Learning Options: All courses are available online to fit your busy schedule. On-campus courses are offered as needed. Full-time and part-time pathways are available to meet your needs.
- Dedicated Faculty: Learn from experienced professors who are committed to your success and bring real-world knowledge into the classroom.
- Affordable Tuition: Financial aid options are available for qualifying students.
Graduation Requirements
- Maintaining a minimum 2.0 grade point average
- Completing all required coursework (61 credit hours)
- Full-time students typically complete the program in approximately five semesters.
- Completion time varies based on course load, transfer credits, withdrawals, and repeated courses.
Campus Locations Offering Business Programs
- Alexandria Campus (Main Campus)
- Ferriday Campus
- Winnfield Campus
- Jena Campus
- Cottonport Campus
Cost: $2,133 per semester (based on highest credential available).
Gainful Employment Disclosure
- This program is designed to be completed in two years.
- This program will cost $8532.00 if completed within normal time. There may be additional costs for living expenses. These costs were accurate at the time of posting but may have changed.
- Of the students who completed this program within normal time, the typical graduate leaves with $6,760.85 of debt.
- The following states do not have licensure requirements for this profession: Louisiana
- For more information about graduation rates, loan repayment rates, and post-enrollment earnings about this institution and other postsecondary institutions please click here: https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/
Credentials and Exit Points
The credentials and exit points for the AAS Business Office Administration - Medical Concentration are listed below. Students who pursue the highest credential for this program (Associate of Applied Science) have the opportunity to finish each semester with a competency certificate.
Degree:
AAS – Business Administration (Medical Office Concentration)
Exit Points:
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