Medical Office Personnel

Career & Technical Certificate


Modes of Instruction

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The Medical Office Personnel Certificate prepares students for entry-level administrative and support positions in healthcare settings, including physician offices, hospitals, clinics, and other medical facilities.

Students develop skills in medical terminology, computer applications, document processing, medical records management, and medical insurance procedures. The curriculum emphasizes communication, accuracy in maintaining healthcare information, and the use of office technology to support daily operations.

The 28-credit-hour certificate is designed to be completed in approximately one year. Coursework in the certificate also applies toward the Medical Office Assistant Associate in Applied Science degree at Kaskaskia College, providing students with an opportunity to continue their education.

According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, employment of Medical Secretaries and Administrative Assistants is projected to grow approximately 5% nationally from 2025 to 2035. The national median annual wage for this occupation was $45,930 in May 2025.

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What You Can Do

  • Medical Secretary/Receptionist
  • Medical Office Assistant
  • Medical Records Clerk
  • Patient/Customer Service Representative
  • Medical Transcriptionist

Program Details

OFTC.0532.CERT

Office Technology Faculty

Nathan Wilkins

Nathan Wilkins

Professor Office System Technology
Kerri Richards

Kerri Richards

Professor Office System Technology

Contact Us

Nathan Wilkins

Professor Office System Technology

Phone  |  618-545-3316

Location  |  Main Campus

Office  |  Health and Business, HB 209

Admissions

Phone  |  618-545-3040

Fax  |  618-545-3393

Location  |  Main Campus

Office  |  Health and Business, HB 100

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