Program Overview

The Medical Reception Certificate prepares students with the required skills to provide exceptional service to patients in a medical setting, ranging from private practice receptionists to hospital ward secretaries. Students learn how to perform essential duties including:

• Greeting patients, scheduling appointments, screening telephone calls, obtaining and entering patient registration information, releasing appropriate medical information, maintaining medical records, and managing patient flow

• Understanding the financial transactions of a practice with a clear understanding of all the activities in the billing and collection cycle

• Applying foundational knowledge of medical law and the principles of medical ethics as well as the guidelines established by HIPAA.