May 15, 2026  
BC3 Academic Catalog: 2026-2027 
    
BC3 Academic Catalog: 2026-2027

Health Care Office Specialist, Certificate


Health Care Office Specialist (022)

Certificate of Achievement

This certificate provides practical knowledge in health care office procedures for students seeking advancement or initial employment in a health care office setting. Courses provide students with a background in medical terminology, utilization of document formatting and spreadsheet software, creation and maintenance of electronic health records, and methods for insurance and billing. Typical employment positions may include Medical Front Desk Receptionist, Medical Secretary, and Medical Scheduler.

  

Minimum - 38 Credits


Note


The student is encouraged to use the curriculum planner to keep track of courses taken and those still needed.  In some cases one or more courses may be taken in a different order than indicated on the planner. However, individual course prerequisites must be observed.