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Medical Specialties Associate Online Degree

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If you've been considering earning a healthcare degree online, U.S. Career Institute is a smart choice. Our Medical Specialties associate degree in applied science prepares you for five in-demand healthcare careers. USCI's online Medical Specialties program includes Medical Assistant, Medical Billing, Medical Coding, Pharmacy Technician, and Patient Care Technician courses. Not only can our Medical Specialties program be completed in as little as 16 months, but when you enroll in our associate degree program for a healthcare career school, you'll be positioning yourself for success in a growing field.

  • Our online classes are designed to prepare you to sit for 9 different nationally recognized certification exams: CIC®, CBCS, CCA®, CCMA, CMAA, PTCE, ExCPT, CPCT/A, CEHRS.
    Included with our course, we cover the cost of the industry certification exam(s) of your choosing – up to $760 value.+
  • Medical Specialties jobs are projected to increase by 2033 according to the U.S. Department of Labor:
    • Medical Assistant Jobs increase 15%1
    • Medical Coding jobs increase 8%2
    • Pharmacy Technician jobs increase 8%4
    • Patient Care Technicians jobs increase 4%5
  • Classes are self-paced, making them flexible and giving you the option to complete the program when it works best for you and your schedule
  • Our accessible Student Services team and Instructors are available for you throughout your program.



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What You'll Learn During Your Associate in Medical Specialties Program

Your online Medical Specialties degree will teach you the skills you need to succeed in many types of healthcare environments. Each of our Medical Specialties online courses explores a different topic in depth. The pacing of our training program allows you to truly master skills as you work toward getting your online associate degree in Medical Specialties. Because you take one class at a time, you will be able to thoroughly master each subject as you learn the ins and outs of the medical field.

Our online Medical Specialties degree program includes:

  • Medical terminology
  • Workplace psychology
  • Anatomy and physiology
  • Electronic health records
  • Patient care
  • Laboratory techniques
  • Clinical skills

Hands-On Supplemental Learning: This course includes a blood pressure cuff, stethoscope and cover to assist with the Vital Signs content.

For the full Medical Specialties Associate Program course outline, goals, and outcomes, please visit our Program Outline page. Course Outline


Medical Specialties Career Outlook & Degree Program That Fits Your Life

Median Earnings

$44,500*

Number of Jobs

472,650*

Job Growth

8%*

U.S. Career Institute’s online Medical Specialties Associate Degree school will teach you everything you need to know to start working—no previous experience needed. And our self-paced online Medical Specialties training means you can study anytime, anywhere. With this online associate in Medical Specialties, there are no in-person Medical Specialties classes to attend and no schedules to keep.

For full career outlook please visit our career and certification page.

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The representatives and online help are so nice and caring. It reassured me I am doing something great for myself and my family. The courses are very well put together and allow me to challenge myself while learning. It is also laid out very understandable and not complicated. Overall my experience has been great and it keeps me excited and motivated to keep going in the path of my career.

Selena


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Medical Specialties Associate Degree Program Tuition and Financing

We strive to ensure Medical Specialties associate degree program is both flexible and affordable. This is why we offer low, monthly payment options for every student. We are committed to providing you with a high-quality education at an affordable price. Make an investment in yourself today!

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Medical Specialties Degree FAQ's

Q. Can You Get Your Medical Specialties Degree Online?
A. Yes! Our online Medical Specialties program packs multiple medical skills into one degree, preparing you for a variety of careers in the healthcare industry, complete your program 100% online.
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Q. What Careers Will I Be Prepared to Work in When I Complete my Medical Specialties Degree?
A. Our medical specialties associate degree program prepares you for five different in-demand healthcare careers: medical billing, medical assisting, medical coding, pharmacy technician, and patient care technician.
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Q. What Is the Best Two-Year Medical Degree?
A. Our medical specialties program is a unique medical associate degree option. While some undergraduate schools offer healthcare programs to teach you one career over a few years, our two-year medical programs will prepare you for five types of in-demand healthcare jobs. Our self-paced online classes teach you not just one specialty but several subspecialties as well. Throughout our program's courses, students will learn information about the latest in science, technology, and medicine.
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Q. Which Medical Specialties Have the Best Future?
A. Medical specialty careers across the board are expected to increase in demand through 2033. Of those covered in our Medical Specialties program, Medical Assistant jobs are predicted to grow by as much as 15%1. There's no better time to start earning your online associate degree for Medical Specialties!
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Q. What Is the Fastest Medical Degree to Get?
A. Whether you want to be a medical technologist, administrator, or Medical Assistant, a two-year college education will typically be needed to earn an AAS degree. "Fastest," "quickest," and "easiest" all sound tempting when you're planning for the future, but to become a truly great specialist in your field, you have to put in the work. Since our online programs are self-paced, you can complete your studies as quickly as you are capable.
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Q. How Long Does It Take to Get a Healthcare Management Degree?
A. A healthcare management program can take up to four years of schooling to meet all of the necessary requirements.
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Q. Do I Need to Get Certified?
A. Whether certification is required by a particular employer may vary, but it's always a good idea. Thankfully, once you graduate from U.S. Career Institute's Medical Specialties course with your associate degree, you'll be well-positioned for nine different certification exams. Graduates of our online Medical Specialties associate degree program can pursue three certification options in medical coding and billing, two certifications in medical assisting, two certifications for pharmacy technician, one for patient care technicians and one for electronic heath records.
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Q. How Much Does the Medical Specialties Program Cost?
A. Tuition for this program is $1,689 per semester when you pay in full. Payment plans and financing are also available.
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Q. How Much Can I Earn?
A. According to information from the Bureau of Labor and Statistics, the average salaries for these professions are:

Medical Assistant - $42,0001
Medical Coding - $48,7802
Medical Billing - $47,0703
Pharmacy Technician - $40,3004
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Q. Is U.S. Career Institute Accredited? A. Yes! U.S. Career Institute is Accredited by the Distance Education Accrediting Commission. The Distance Education Accrediting Commission is listed by the U.S. Department of Education as a recognized accrediting agency.
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1Bureau of Labor Statistics, U.S. Department of Labor, Occupational Outlook Handbook, on the internet at Medical Assistants, (visited September 4, 2024). Statements found in the United States Department of Labor Occupational Outlook Handbook are not a guarantee of any post-graduation salary, in part because the data used to create the Occupational Outlook Handbook includes workers from differing educational backgrounds, levels of experience, and geographic areas of the country.
2Bureau of Labor Statistics, U.S. Department of Labor, Occupational Outlook Handbook, on the internet at Medical Records Specialists, (visited September 4, 2024). Statements found in the United States Department of Labor Occupational Outlook Handbook are not a guarantee of any post-graduation salary, in part because the data used to create the Occupational Outlook Handbook includes workers from differing educational backgrounds, levels of experience, and geographic areas of the country.
3Bureau of Labor Statistics, U.S. Department of Labor, Occupational Outlook Handbook, on the internet at Financial Clerks, (visited September 4, 2024). Statements found in the United States Department of Labor Occupational Outlook Handbook are not a guarantee of any post-graduation salary, in part because the data used to create the Occupational Outlook Handbook includes workers from differing educational backgrounds, levels of experience, and geographic areas of the country.
4Bureau of Labor Statistics, U.S. Department of Labor, Occupational Outlook Handbook, on the internet at Pharmacy Technicians, (visited September 4, 2024). Statements found in the United States Department of Labor Occupational Outlook Handbook are not a guarantee of any post-graduation salary, in part because the data used to create the Occupational Outlook Handbook includes workers from differing educational backgrounds, levels of experience, and geographic areas of the country.
5Bureau of Labor Statistics, U.S. Department of Labor, Occupational Outlook Handbook, on the internet at Nursing Assistants and Orderlies, (visited September 4, 2024). Statements found in the United States Department of Labor Occupational Outlook Handbook are not a guarantee of any post-graduation salary, in part because the data used to create the Occupational Outlook Handbook includes workers from differing educational backgrounds, levels of experience, and geographic areas of the country.
†Provided in form of reimbursement when the following terms are met: Student submits receipt issued by the certifying body(ies), has successfully completed the course and has paid tuition in full. Reimbursement is for up to $760 towards the cost of exam(s), study guide(s) and practice test(s).