About
Orange Technical College’s Medical Administrative Specialist program in Orlando, Florida, prepares students for office work in healthcare and other office settings, including medical terminology, office procedures, medical-document transcription, business software applications, and specialized medical software. The program leads to preparation for the Certified Medical Administrative Assistant credential from the National Healthcareer Association, along with selected Microsoft certifications. Training is delivered full time over approximately 11 months and comprises 1,050 hours. The program follows four Occupational Completion Points: Information Technology Assistant, Front Desk Specialist, Medical Office Technologist, and Medical Administrative Specialist. Completion requires academic skills at the Grade 10 level in language, mathematics, and reading.
At a glance
- Leads to: Certified Medical Administrative Assistant (CMAA), National Healthcareer Association
Organization
Orange Technical College - Avalon Campus
Orange Technical College
Orange Technical College, headquartered in Orlando, Florida, is a higher education institution focused on career and technical training, serving tens of thousands of students across Central Florida with multiple campuses including Avalon. It offers a variety of adult general education programs, including extensive ESOL and GED training, and provides affordable tuition rates as part of the Orange County Public Schools system. The phlebotomy program, for example, is delivered in-person with comprehensive classroom instruction, laboratory practice, and clinical experience, preparing students for industry certification and careers.
Highlights:
- Largest provider of adult general education programs in Central Florida
- Offers extensive ESOL and GED training
- Lowest tuition rates in the region
- Part of the Orange County Public Schools system
- Phlebotomy program offers comprehensive 165-hour training for industry certification