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Medical Receptionist
Award:
Two-Semester Diploma
Total Credits for Award:
31.00
Description:
In Minneapolis College’s Medical Receptionist program, you will get the skills you need to become a valuable part of a medical office. With hands-on training from experienced faculty, you will become familiar with the latest software programs and learn everything you need to know to join this ever-changing field.
COURSE REQUIREMENTS: FIRST SEMESTER:
COURSE REQUIREMENTS: SECOND SEMESTER:
COURSE #
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TITLE
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CREDITS
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*ACCT 1261
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Microsoft Excel
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3.00
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MEDS 1230
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Healthcare Documentation
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5.00
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MEDS 1245
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Human Diseases and Pharmacology
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5.00
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CMST 1010 Or
CMST 1014 Or
CMST 2012
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Interpersonal Communications
Healthcare Communication
Intercultural Communication
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3.00
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TOTAL CREDITS:
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16.00
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*This course is a variable credit course. Medical Office Administration students will register for three credits.
General Education Courses (3 Credits):
To complete the Medical Receptionist Diploma, students are required to successfully complete BIOL 1127, BIOL 1128 and CMST 1010 or CMST 1014 or CMST 2012.
Students must have grades of “C” (2.0) or higher in all required coursework including BIOL 1127, BIOL 1128 and the Communication Studies course.
All students pursuing this award should work closely with their advisor to ensure proper selection of required program courses, if applicable program electives, required Minnesota Transfer Curriculum courses, and MnTC electives. You are expected to meet with your advisor on a regular basis to ensure courses are taken in an order that will lead to efficient and successful completion of the required coursework.