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ReadyOnly graduates of Ross Medical Education Center or Ross College’s Medical Assistant program are eligible to apply for this degree.
This program will further prepare students for a role as a medical assistant or for other allied health careers, such as office manager, community outreach worker, and more.
Throughout the program, students will gain an understanding of the US Healthcare Delivery System, learn basic anatomy, and practice administrative and interpersonal skills. Courses such as Critical Thinking, Introduction to Sociology, and Introduction to Psychology will give students the opportunity to learn about a variety of topics that will be useful as they continue their professional development. These skills will be greatly beneficial as they are applicable across allied healthcare careers, which will give graduates of this program the potential to excel in many places.
Additional information students will acquire includes medical terminology, financial recordkeeping, and patient health education. Such program-required courses as Healthcare Information Management, Computer Software Applications in Healthcare, and Medical Law and Ethics will prepare students to become successful medical assistants. Students will complete outside coursework and the program will end with a capstone project.
I can honestly say that enrolling in the Medical Insurance Billing and Office Administration program at Ross Medical has changed my life for the better. I can take what I have learned and get a better paying job to support my family and grow professionally. The staff and students are like a second family to me. Not only have I learned about coding and office administration, I have formed life-long friendships.
Nicole Brenner Graduate Medical Insurance Billing and Office Administration student at Knoxville, TN campus Graduation: March 12, 2019
Beginning a new journey here at Ross Medical Educational Center has been one of my best accomplishments. Looking back from day one with all the nervousness and indecisiveness, I am proud to say I came, I saw, and I conquered. I would like to give a thanks to all my fellow classmates and the entire staff as I move forward in my endeavors.
Taniquwa Stuart Graduate Medical Assistant student at Madison Heights, MI campus Graduation: January 16, 2019
I chose Ross because it worked with my schedule and I am so happy I did. I went in with a dream and it became a reality thanks to Ross.
Chryl Williams Graduate Medical Assistant student at Kokomo, IN campus Graduation: July 27, 2018
Ross has changed my life by helping me to obtain a certificate for the career I want to have. They help you get to where you want to be quickly.
Krista Skaggs Graduate Medical Assistant student at Dayton, OH campus Graduation: June 22, 2019
The program has changed me a lot. I learned to be more professional. I've learned a lot and I watched myself make progress, from getting better grades to having a better and more professional attitude, as well as understanding situations better. It also expanded my knowledge about the medical field. I recommend the program if you are looking to go into the medical field, I think it's a good start.
Anderih Toma Graduate Medical Assistant student at Madison Heights, MI campus Graduation: November 18, 2019
