Medical Scribe & Administrative Professional Certification Training Program—Frequently Asked Questions
A medical scribe and administrative professional collaborates with physicians to fulfill clerical and non-medical tasks, primarily focusing on creating and maintaining patient medical records under the physician’s supervision.
They document patient stories, physician interactions, procedures performed and lab results. They may also oversee ordering lab and radiology studies, assisting with patient disposition, documenting consultations and alerting physicians when important studies are completed.
The career outlook for Medical Scribes and Administrative Professionals is very positive, with available jobs expected to grow by 14% over the next ten years.
Salaries can range from $31,900 to $58,00 annually, depending on experience, location and the specific office or clinic.
To become a medical scribe and administrative professional, you’ll need to complete a specialized training program like the one offered by MedCerts. Training typically involves learning medical clinic workflow systems through simulated software applications and practical activities.
Graduates are then eligible to sit for certification exams like the AMSP for medical scribes and the Certified Medical Administrative Assistant (CMAA) credential from the National Healthcare Association (NHA). Programs like those offered by MedCerts often cover the cost of these exams, providing comprehensive support for your career development.
In the MedCerts online Medical Scribe and Administrative Professional certification training program, you will learn a comprehensive range of skills, including:
Gain knowledge of medical terminology, disease processes, anatomy and physiology
Comply with relevant laws and ethics, the Omnibus Rule, HIPAA and HITECH
Display strong attention to detail and accuracy with the use of electronic health records
Discuss patient scheduling and related tasks for provider scheduling, intake procedures and preparation of records
Understand laboratory testing and pharmacology applicable to EHR
Explain how medical coding plays a role and impacts the clinic workflow and revenue cycle
The enrollment requirements include a high school diploma or GED, internet access, course registration and payment.
Tuition is competitively priced at $4,000. The cost includes all of your materials and registration fees for your examinations.
Yes, payment plans are available as low as $346 per month. Additionally, students may qualify for government funding and scholarships.
MedCerts provides financial aid options through government grant-funded programs like:
The total program duration is 20 weeks.
The program is developed with collaboration from industry-recognized subject matter experts and includes interactive simulations, interviews with real-world experts, game-based learning and more, catering to every type of learner.
Yes, the program includes a strategic exam preparation process and dedicated Student Success Advisors to provide tailored support based on performance.
The program includes expert-led video-based training, two eBooks (“Kinn’s Medical Administrative Assistant” and “Medical Clinic Workflow”), competency assessments and the national certification exam fee. All materials needed for the program are covered by MedCerts.
Some MedCerts programs are restricted in certain states or regions. Please review our State Restriction page to view what restrictions there may be in your state/region or residence of employment and ensure you are eligible for enrollment.
We’re not institutionally accredited as a training provider, but the certifications you’ll earn in this program are accredited through the exam-issuing authorities, AMSP and CMAA. So while our school itself doesn’t hold accreditation, you’ll earn an accredited certification upon passing your national exams.
