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Associate of Applied Science Degree in Administrative Management Technology-Medical Admin Management

Associate of Applied Science
Virginia Western Community College

The Medical Administrative Management Specialization degree prepares students for careers in medical office management. Students may earn Microsoft Office Specialist certifications.


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Program Guidance Element What You Need to Know
Considerations for Selecting Degree Do you want to be an office manager in a medical facility? The Administrative Management Technology-Medical Administrative Management Specialization A.A.S. degree at Virginia Western Community College prepares you for careers in medical office management at a hospital or medical practice. Begin your journey today by taking courses that allow you to earn Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS) national industry certifications.
Considerations When Selecting Courses

  • Create a schedule for all required courses, pay attention to prerequisites and when courses are offered, complete your first math and English courses in your first year
  • Connect with an advisor at your community college and Virginia Western Community College within your first year via College Connect
Program Requirements Beyond Specific Courses
Doing More With Your Degree
Program Successes & Highlights
Program Credit Requirements
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The table below provides the requirements to complete this program. If you have an account and have created a Portfolio, the table includes the "Applied Credits" column. This column shows how the credits you earned based on the experiences you entered may be applied to satisfy these requirements. You should consult an advisor or counselor to find courses you can take at your current institution that will transfer to this degree.

Please note that some courses may count towards more than one requirement such as meeting a general education requirement and a major specific requirement. The course will be listed under the first matching requirement. Please contact the institution with questions.

The program map provided below is an estimate based on courses identified as a result of reviewing your portfolio and the requirements for the selected program.

A formal determination of credits awarded for your prior learning and their applicability to the degree requirements can only be made by the institution. The formal determination and resulting map may reflect higher or lower number of credits to be completed to achieve this program.
Requirements
Required Credits
Associate of Applied Science Degree in Administrative Management Technology-Medical Admin Management
60
Associate of Applied Science in AMT Degree Medical Administrative Management Specialization
60
ADMIN MANAGEMENT: MEDICAL
60
Requirement Notes
Requirement Notes:
Up to 45 credits may be transferred in to this program. A GPA of 2.0 or greater is required for graduation.
SDV 101 - Orientation to Business and Professional Services
2
SDV 101 - Business
2
Earn 2 credits by completing courses from the following Course list:
ENG 111
3
ENG 111 RQ
3
Earn 3 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
MTH 132 BUSINESS MATHEMATICS
3
MTH 132 BUSINESS MATHEMATICS
3
Earn 3 credits by completing courses from the following Course list:
AST 101
3
AST101 RQ
3
Earn 3 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
CST 100
3
CST 100
3
Earn 3 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
HUMANITIES/FINE ARTS ELECTIVE
3
HUM/Fine Arts - FA22 (3cr)
3
Earn 3 credits by completing courses from the following Course list:
AST 141
3
AST141 RQ
3
Earn 3 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
AST 113
1
AST113 RQ
1
Earn 1 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
AST 243
3
AST 243 RQ
3
Earn 3 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
ACC 215
3
ACC 215 RQ
3
Earn 3 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
AST 205
3
AST 205 RQ
3
Earn 3 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
AST 238
3
AST238 RQ
3
Earn 3 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
HLT143 and 144
6
HLT143/144 RQ
6
Earn 6 credits by completing courses from the following Course list:
AST 155
1
AST 155 RQ
1
Earn 1 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
AST 244
3
AST 244 RQ
3
Earn 3 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
AST 232
3
AST232 RQ
3
Earn 3 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
HIM 149
2
HIM149 RQ
2
Earn 2 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
HIM 226
2
HIM226 RQ
2
Earn 2 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
AST 107
3
AST107 RQ
3
Earn 3 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
SOCIAL SCIENCE ELECTIVE
3
SOCSCI FA20 - 3cr
3
Earn 3 credits by completing courses from the following Course list:
HIM 253
4
HIM 253
4
Earn 4 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
GPA Requirement 298.03
60
This requires a minimum GPA of 2
What If I Have An Associate Degree Or Credit For Prior Learning?
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Transfer Guidance Element What You Need to Know
Associate Transfer Degree Completion To discuss how your previous degree can be incorporated into your new long term goals, please meet with an advisor.

Completion of Associate Degree Concurrent with High School To discuss how your previous degree can be incorporated into your new long term goals, please meet with an advisor.
Credit for Prior Learning Yes
Did You Know That...
  • Completing your Associate transfer degree post-high school satisfies all lower division general education requirements and increases the chance of completing your bachelor's degree?
  • Exceeding 3 years or 90 credits at your community college means you may have exhausted your financial aid at that college and have limited your future financial aid at: Virginia Western Community College
College Level Information
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Number of Transfer Students
519
College Fit Guidance What You Need to Know
Is This College Right For Me? Virginia Western Community College's service region includes the cities of Roanoke and Salem, along with Roanoke County, Craig County, Franklin County, and southern Botetourt County. Virginia Western was the first college established in the Virginia Community College System, in 1966, and has grown from an initial enrollment of 1,352 to its current annual enrollment of more than 8,500 students in credit courses and more than 1,200 enrollments in accelerated career training and continuing education courses.
Transfer Student Catalog Year A student's catalog year is determined by their first semester of attendance in the major.
First Year Student Catalog Year A student's catalog year is determined by their first semester of attendance in the major.
Applying for Guaranteed Admissions https://www.virginiawestern.edu/transfer/transfer-agreements/
Where Can This Degree Transfer
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This section displays VCCS degrees most closely related to this program and to which you may be able to most efficiently transfer your current course work. So, you can use this list to find a degree you can complete in your major. Please click the degree name to visit that program page.

If you are interested in transferring to a four-year degree view this degree on the Transfer Virginia site to explore degrees aligned with this program at Virginia's 4-year institutions.

Institution Title Degree Award Name Award Level Delivery Mode
Eastern Shore Community CollegeAssociate in Applied Science Degree in Business ManagementAssociateAssociate in Applied Science2-YearIn-Person, Online, Hybrid
New River Community CollegeAssociate of Applied Science in Administrative Support TechnologyAssociateAssociate of Applied Science2-YearIn-Person, Online, Hybrid
Paul D. Camp Community CollegeAssociate of Applied Science in Administrative Support Tec AssociateAssociate of Applied Science2-YearIn-Person
Paul D. Camp Community CollegeAssociate of Applied Science in Medical Office Administrative Assistant AssociateAssociate of Applied Science2-YearIn-Person
Southside Virginia Community CollegeAssociate of Applied Science with a major in Administrative Support TechnologyAssociateAssociate of Applied Science2-YearIn-Person, Hybrid, Online
Southside Virginia Community CollegeAssociate of Applied Science with a major in Administrative Support Tech specializing in Medical Office SpecialistAssociateAssociate of Applied Science2-YearIn-Person, Hybrid, Online
Tidewater Community CollegeAssociate of Applied Science - Administrative Support TechnologyAssociateAssociate of Applied Science2-YearIn-Person
Virginia Highlands Community CollegeAssociate of Applied Science Degree in Administrative Support Technology Executive Admin AssistantAssociateAssociate of Applied Science2-YearOnline
Wytheville Community CollegeAssociate of Applied Science Degree in Administrative Support TechnologyAssociateAssociate of Applied Science2-YearIn-Person, Online, Hybrid
Careers Where This Degree Applies
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O*Net Code Name Description Parent
43-9021.00Data Entry KeyersOperate data entry device, such as keyboard or photo composing perforator. Duties may include verifying data and preparing materials for printing.Office and Administrative Support Occupations
43-4161.00Human Resources Assistants, Except Payroll and TimekeepingCompile and keep personnel records. Record data for each employee, such as address, weekly earnings, absences, amount of sales or production, supervisory reports, and date of and reason for termination. May prepare reports for employment records, file employment records, or search employee files and furnish information to authorized persons.Office and Administrative Support Occupations
Cost To Complete
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This section provides you with a very high-level estimate of your costs and is purely intended as a guide. You should consult the institution via College Connect to get a more detailed estimate based on the totality of your circumstances. The selections below are based on information gathered from your Profile and the estimated costs are calculated based on the 60 credits remaining to be completed

Please select the "Cumulative Months of Service" that determine your Post 9/11 GI Bill benefits.
Estimated Cost for the Associate of Applied Science Degree in Administrative Management Technology-Medical Admin Management at Virginia Western Community College
These costs are based on an estimated 4 semesters or 2 years remaining to complete this degree (assuming a full-time load of 16 hours per semester)
Category Cost Basis Cost (To You) Estimated Benefits Net Cost Notes
Tuition $161 Per Credit $9,660 $0 $9,660 Includes Dual Enrollment
Fees
Fees $15 Per Credit $900 0 $900
*Please note that the above estimated costs do not include all Federal, State or other financial aid, grants, scholarships, etc. for which you may qualify. All such aid could substantially reduce these costs.
Other Financial Aid to Pay for College:
  • You may be eligible for additional financial aid from Federal, State, and Local sources. Military education benefits are not considered in determining eligibility for federal financial aid. Everyone is therefore encouraged to apply for federal financial aid by submitting the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), because many will qualify for additional educational funds like Pell Grants, worth over $5,500/yr.
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