Medical Executive Assistant Courses

Both a Medical Executive Assistant & an Administrative Medical Secretary are professionals in the healthcare arena that provide a variety of administrative support functions to people and groups in their purview. A Medical Executive Assistant provides clerical and administrative support across several health care channels and may be highly specialized or generalists depending on the employment situation and geographic location. Get more details below including other Texas colleges that offer medical executive assistant courses.

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Coastal Bend College (CBC)

, Waco, TX

About

Coastal Bend College, located in Beeville, Texas, was founded in 1965 and was originally known as Bee County College and was established through a vote that established the Bee County Junior College District. The school supports nearly 4000 students annually through a variety of programs and services that offer academic and professional options for individuals of all ages. The school serves multiple counties in whole or in part through campuses located in Beeville, Alice, Kingsville and Pleasonton.

Academics

Individuals enrolled at Coastal Bend College may choose from a variety of courses and programs to suit their needs. Academic transfer programs allow students to complete the first two years of a four year education locally and at low cost then move to a four year institution to complete the final two years.

Career programs provide education and training in a high demand field or industry with the purpose of entering the workforce after completion as a qualified professional. Additionally, continuing and adult education courses are available for individuals seeking professional or personal growth.

Programs offered include:

• Horticulture
• Biology
• Business Administration
• Communications
• Computer Science 

Admissions and Financial Aid

CBC is an open enrollment institution, and as such admits any individual over eighteen years of age or having a high school diploma if they complete the application, pay all fees, and submit transcripts and test scores if available. Applicants may be required to take a placement exam prior to registration.

Participation in orientation and meeting with a counselor is encouraged. Financial aid is available as loans, grants and scholarships awarded based on need as determined by a student's completed Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA).

Students Enrolled in the Medical Executive Assistant Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Coastal Bend College has offered the following programs for students:

• Less Than One Year Certificate
• Less Than Two-Year Award
• Associate's Degree

Students by Academic Level (2019)

Source: IPEDS Survey 2012-2020: Data obtained from the US Dept. of Education's Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS). Data may vary depending on school and academic year.

Career Options for Graduates

Medical Assistants

Description

Perform administrative and certain clinical duties under the direction of a physician. Administrative duties may include scheduling appointments, maintaining medical records, billing, and coding information for insurance purposes. Clinical duties may include taking and recording vital signs and medical histories, preparing patients for examination, drawing blood, and administering medications as directed by physician.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, medical assistants employment is expected to grow at a rate of 23.5% from 2014 to 2024

Salary & Wages

• Waco, TX
  • Total Employment: 670
  • Average Hourly Rate: $13.74
  • Average Annual Salary: $28580

Medical Secretaries

Description

Perform secretarial duties using specific knowledge of medical terminology and hospital, clinic, or laboratory procedures. Duties may include scheduling appointments, billing patients, and compiling and recording medical charts, reports, and correspondence.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, medical secretaries employment is expected to grow at a rate of 20.5% from 2014 to 2024

Salary & Wages

• Waco, TX
  • Total Employment: 850
  • Average Hourly Rate: $14.62
  • Average Annual Salary: $30400

Source: Job descriptions, estimated salary and wages, and projected job growth are taken from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).