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Level I Certificate - Medical Office Technology Support

2025-2026 Guided Pathway

First Year (29 Credit Hours Total)

Fall Semester

1st 8 Week Courses

First Year Fall - First 8 Weeks
Course Name Credit Hours Term Taken Grade Core Curriculum
POFT 1329 - Beginning Keyboarding 3 -
MRKG 1301 - Customer Relationship Management 3 -
ITSC 1301 - Introduction to Computers 3 -

2nd 8 Week Courses

First Year Fall - Second 8 Weeks
Course Name Credit Hours Term Taken Grade Core Curriculum
POFT 2312 - Business Correspondence and Communication 3 -
POFM 1317 - Medical Administrative Support 3 -
Total Credit Hours: 15

Spring Semester

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1st 8 Week Courses

First Year Spring - First 8 Weeks
Course Name Credit Hours Term Taken Grade Core Curriculum
HITT 1305 - Medical Terminology I 4 -
BCIS 1305 - Business Computer Applications (Offered on a continuous basis) 3 -

2nd 8 Week Courses

First Year Spring - Second 8 Weeks
Course Name Credit Hours Term Taken Grade Core Curriculum
POFT 1313 - Professional Workforce Preparation 4 -
Choose from Business Electives1 3 -
Total Credit Hours: 14
Grand Total Credit Hours: 29

Program Information

Educational Outlook

The Medical Office Technology Support assists students in developing the fundamental skills, knowledge, attitude and experience for entry-level administrative positions in a medical office environment. The Medical Office Technology Support Certificate prepares students for employment in hospitals, physician's offices, medical clinics, and other healthcare institutions.

The emphasis is on medical technology and document processing. The program also includes business computer applications, business writing, bookkeeping, basic marketing, and soft skills needed to serve both patients and staff effectively.

Career Outlook

Potential career opportunities with this certificate:

  • Medical Office/Healthcare Receptionist: $22,516 (with Certificate)
  • Medical Office/Healthcare Support Worker: $28,973 (with Certificate)

Based on entry-level jobs in Central Texas - https://texaswages.com/WDAWagesTexas Wages

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