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The Medical Office Management AAS is a workforce-focused degree designed to prepare you for entry-level management and administrative roles in outpatient healthcare settings. The program includes both classroom coursework and an externship in a clinical or medical office setting during the final semester.
Medical Office Management graduates may pursue careers in a variety of outpatient and ambulatory care settings, including:
Outpatient and physician office settings are among the most consistent employers of medical office management professionals in Coconino County and across the region.
Medical Office Management coursework prepares you to manage both the administrative and clinical functions of a medical practice. Upon completing the program, you will be able to:
Credential: Associate of Applied Science
Program Length: Approximately 2 years full time
Course Delivery: In-person
Schedule: Primarily daytime courses; course sequencing may affect part-time completion timelines
Campus: Fourth Street
Prerequisites: English and math proficiency through placement, prior coursework or other approved methods.
Externship: Required 180-hour externship during final semester
Work while enrolled: Limited. The externship requires a full-time Monday through Friday commitment for approximately four weeks.
Certification Preparation: Prepares graduates to sit for the American Medical Technologists Registered Medical Assistant exam.
Financial Aid Eligible: Yes
Transfer Pathway: Workforce degree designed for career preparation rather than university transfer
You are not required to complete the Medical Assisting Certificate before entering the Medical Office Management AAS, but it is strongly recommended. Students who complete the Medical Assisting Certificate first will have foundational clinical and administrative skills that make the AAS coursework more manageable.
Many students follow this pathway:
An academic advisor or program coordinator can help you build an efficient course sequence based on your prior experience and goals.
The Medical Office Management AAS is a workforce-focused credential designed to prepare you for employment. It is not a transfer degree, and most program-specific coursework does not transfer to a four-year university. Students interested in continuing their education should speak with an academic advisor to explore available options.
The Medical Office Management program requires consent of instructor before you can register. You must meet with a program coordinator to discuss your goals, prior experience, and course plan before registering for classes. Contact the Allied Health Department to schedule that meeting.
It is strongly recommended but not required. Students who complete the Medical Assisting Certificate before entering the AAS will have foundational clinical and administrative skills that support success in the degree program. Speak with a program coordinator to determine the best starting point based on your background and experience.
The externship is a supervised experience at an approved healthcare facility that you complete during the final semester of the program. Before placement can be confirmed, you will need to provide a criminal background check and current health documentation. Specific details about required hours and approved sites are communicated during the program. You are responsible for your own transportation to and from assigned sites.
Yes. The Medical Office Management AAS is a credit-bearing degree eligible for federal financial aid, including Pell Grants and CCC Foundation scholarships. Contact the Financial Aid office for more information.
The Medical Assisting Certificate focuses on clinical and administrative skills for entry-level patient care and front office roles. The Medical Office Management AAS is a broader degree that prepares you for supervisory and management responsibilities, including operations, billing, compliance, and staff coordination.
