At a Glance
4 online programs to choose from.
Both certificate of achievement and associate degree programs.
Conveniently available 100% online*.
About the Program
Medical Assisting
Career Outlook
If you’re interested in a career in medical offices that you can start fast, a Medical Assisting program may be right for you. Learn more about this exciting career.
Medical assistants typically work full time. Some work weekends, evenings, or holidays to help cover shifts in facilities that remain open 24/7.
Medical Administrative Assistant
Career Outlook
Medical secretaries, or Medical admin assistants, act as the face of medical practices. They provide vital support tasks such as scheduling appointments, greeting patients, and processing medical records. As a medical secretary, you’ll need specialized knowledge of medical procedures and technologies. As an important part of the medical office, medical administrative assistants are in demand2.
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Medical Billing and Coding
Career Outlook
Medical secretaries and administrative assistants perform routine clerical and administrative duties.
Employment growth is projected for medical secretaries, primarily due to the growth of the healthcare industry. For example, baby boomers will require more medical services as they age. Medical secretaries will be needed to handle administrative tasks related to billing and insurance processing of Medicare and other claims.3.
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Health Studies
Career Outlook
Community health workers are crucial to the development and maintenance of healthy individuals and communities. Duties range from providing social support and informal counseling to advocating for community health needs. Community health workers may also provide blood pressure screenings or administer first aid.
Carrington’s Health Studies program, which culminates in an Associate of Science Degree, provides an opportunity for individuals to build on prior education to earn the educational credential that is often needed for advancement.