Medical Administrative/Executive Assistant and Medical Secretary

The Medical Administrative/Executive Assistant and Medical Secretary certificate program at College of Southern Maryland is a one-to-two-year certificate offered by this public institution in La Plata, MD. Classified under CIP code 51.0716 in the health services administration field, the program prepares students for administrative support roles in medical offices, hospitals, and outpatient facilities, covering medical correspondence, scheduling, billing, and electronic health records.

College of Southern Maryland provides a range of health care and technical programs alongside this certificate, including Health Information/Medical Records Technology/Technician, Pharmacy Technician/Assistant, Physical Therapy Assistant, Emergency Medical Technology/Technician (EMT Paramedic), and Engineering/Engineering-Related Technologies programs. Students pursuing this certificate at La Plata can expect training in medical office software, professional communication, and health care administrative procedures.