Medical Office – Basic
Certificate
In just four months, become qualified to work in the front office of a doctor’s office, hospital, eye doctor, or other healthcare facility. This can be your start on a path to other medical certificates and degrees.
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number of months it takes to complete this program
Earn your certificate and a chance to work in the front office of a medical facility. You’ll create patient accounts, schedule appointments, administer billing and insurance, and more.
Admissions Office
Gain the skills to work in a front office healthcare setting. You can complete your GED while in the program.
You’ll meet other people interested in healthcare careers while working toward your certificate.
Become a front office assistant at an ambulatory healthcare facility.
COMPLETION TIME
6 Months
if Full Time
1 Semester8 Total Credit Hours
What if I attend part-time?
Our Student Success Advisors help with an academic plan that works for you.
ESTIMATED COST
$1,280
+ supplies & fees
Based on 2024-25
What financial assistance can I receive?
Find the plan right for you by connecting with our Financial Aid office.
AVERAGE CLASS SIZE
15 Students
average per class
Small class sizes mean more individual attention and a higher rate of success.
View the College Catalog to see a complete list of classes for this program.
Meet Our Students and Alumni
It’s such a joy to see a graduate’s new-found confidence to move forward and achieve their goals.
Cydney Bretsch, Program Director, Medical Assistant & Medical Office Administrative Assistant Programs
How Do I Get Into the Medical Office – Basic Program?
Do you want to work in health care? This program is a great stepping stone toward a rewarding career! Talk to an Admissions representative to learn how to get started.
- Complete our quick admissions application. It’s free and easy!
- Submit health science application.
- Apply for financial aid (FAFSA).
- Apply for ICC Scholarships. Just one easy application for over hundreds of scholarships.
- Need help? Student success advisors are happy to assist.
- You’ll need an Accuplacer score of 237 or higher, and one year of high school pre-algebra with a C average. (See ICC catalog for complete admissions requirements.)
What Can I Expect as a Medical Office – Basic Student?
- A certificate that qualifies you to work in a medical front office.
- Study can be completed in one semester or four months.
- Learn to create patient accounts, administer billing and insurance, schedule appointments, and more.
- You can complete your GED while in the program.
Additional Opportunities
Innovative Bridge to Health Careers
The Innovative Bridge to Health Careers Program is an 8-week program that will engage participants in training designed to introduce and academically prepare them for entry into the various health science career paths.
How Am I Going to Manage This?
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What if I am working while going to school?
We have you covered. Many of our students are working adults who balance life and school. We have great resources on campus to help keep you going!
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What are my options for funding my education?
Do this first: fill out and file your FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid). Even if you don’t want federal aid, this document is used by many scholarship and grant programs to evaluate aid packages.
Look for scholarships and grants first because usually they don’t have to be paid back. The ICC Foundation sponsors some scholarships, and grants may be available from Illinois or federal programs. Other organizations also offer scholarships, and we can help you research those opportunities.
Federally guaranteed student loans can be a smart way to fund college. Think about your transfer plans and what your career looks like. Some sources recommend that you cap your borrowing at the level of what you (realistically!) can expect to earn at your first job after college. So, research careers and pay, too.
Of course, savings, jobs, and work-study are key parts of your budget. Your employer may offer tuition reimbursement. Find the tools to make a complete plan for paying for school.