About
The Certificate in Medical Office Specialist is designed to build a sequence of medical-related courses to satisfy a specific skill for employment. This program is intended to provide a basic knowledge of the medical office. The skills acquired include scheduling patients, preparing patient records, managing financial matters, handling insurance arrangements, and processing correspondence. The student is trained to assist doctors and patients administratively in physician's offices, clinics, and hospitals, laboratories or other health service areas. This degree will offer students an opportunity to pursue positions as Medical Receptionists, Medical Office Assistants, Medical Application Support Specialists, Health Unit Coordinator, and Medical Office Support.
Organization
Luzerne County Community College - Hazleton
Luzerne County Community College, Hazleton, is a community college campus in Hazleton, Pennsylvania. Its occupational education includes business administration, medical assisting, respiratory therapy, surgical technology, CNA training, CDL-A preparation, EKG, HVAC, LPN-RN education, medical office work, mobile application development, pharmacy technician training, and phlebotomy. Programs span healthcare, transportation, skilled trades, business, and information technology. The college offers associate degrees, diplomas, and career-focused certificates among its listed options. The Hazleton campus is part of Luzerne County Community College, which also provides academic programs, continuing education, public safety training, distance education, student support services, and financial aid resources. Its broader training offerings include firefighting, industrial safety, and community safety instruction.