The Medical Office Specialist Basic Technical Certificate (BTC) program will train students to provide non-clinical administrative support at medical practices and healthcare facilities. Students will learn the fundamentals of medical terminology, ethics, administrative skills, use of common office software, and medical billing and coding.
The Medical Office Specialist Basic Technical Certificate may serve as a preparatory route toward the Medical Assisting Intermediate Technical Certificate (ITC). It is important to note that it is not a substitute for the latter program. Students have the option to attain the BTC in Medical Office Specialist, enabling them to enter the workforce promptly. They may opt to progress into the comprehensive Medical Assistant ITC program to further enhance their qualification and career prospects. If a student continues in to the MA Program they must be 18 years of age at the start of classes.
Entrance Requirements
- Students must be 16 years of age at the start of classes.
- Students who plan to progress into the Medical Assisting program must be 18 years old by the program’s start date.
- Students must meet and adhere to all College of Eastern Idaho student requirements.
Enrollment Process
The Medical Office Specialist (MOS) program is a direct entry program. Candidates for admission are selected based on available space. Meeting the minimum criteria for admission does not guarantee admission into the program. Applications will be reviewed after all CEI admission requirements are met and Medical Office Specialist Enrollment form is received.
New and Current CEI students complete the following enrollment steps:
- Meet with an admissions counselor for guidance and application process
- Complete a CEI admission application
- Submit required admission documentation (If applicable)
- Complete placement scores (If applicable)
- Complete and submit the Medial Office Specialist Enrollment Form in the supplemental section of the CEI application.
- Enrollment form can be found on the CEI Medical Office Specialist webpage under “Resources” tab.
Enrollment Deadline
The deadline to complete the CEI enrollment process and submit MOS Enrollment form is August 1st.
Program Costs
In addition to tuition fees, students can expect to spend approximately $500 on books, supplies and miscellaneous fees. This program is not currently eligible for federal financial aid. Eligibility is under review and subject to change. Contact the Financial Aid office for program eligibility updates.
Intended Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of the program, students will be able to:
- Demonstrate a high degree of professionalism, including effective communication and use of specialized terminology, in the healthcare setting
- Explain the ethical and legal codes governing medical practices
- Demonstrate proficiency in managing patient records including scheduling, billing, and coding
- Use common office software to facilitate clinical activities
Program Requirements
All classes must be passed with a minimum 77% (C+) or higher.
Additional Information
The Medical Office Specialist program is offered entirely online and delivered asynchronously. Students are required to access weekly instructional materials and submit assignments indicated due dates. Regular communication with course instructors is expected to ensure success. The program manager will provide orientation and serve as the primary contact for program-related inquiries.
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