The program curriculum prepares the student as a Medical Data Specialist (MDSP).  Most graduates are employed in medical offices of all types as well as in hospitals.

The MDSP schedules patients, files insurance claims, codes for federal and state reimbursements and collections, types correspondence, transcribes from medical dictation, maintains telephone communication and collates all files to maintain the patient's medical record. Upon completion of this one year curriculum, a "Certificate of Completion" is awarded.

The MDSP program begins each Fall semester.  During the fall semester the student will complete a "core" consisting of five courses (16 semester hours) as follows:

     POFI 2301  Word Processing

     MDCA 1409  Anatomy & Physiology for Medical Assistants

     POFT 1301 Business English

     HITT 1305  Medical Terminology 1

     MDCA 1301  Human Disease/Pathophysiology

Upon completion of the "core" courses in the fall semester, the MDSP student will select one option to complete the program and earn the "Certificate of Completion."  There are three options from which to choose:

Option 1:  Administration

Option 2:  Medical Transcription

Option 3:  Medical Coding

Each option requires the Spring and following Summer terms to complete the MDSP certificate.  For more information on each option, please contact the program director.  You can view the specific courses required for each option by clicking HERE.

The administrative and coding options each require that the student complete one summer course called "practicum."  During this course the student will work (without pay) in various local medical facilities to learn the hands-on skills required for the profession.  A practicum course is not required for the transcription option.

Some courses require prerequisites, therefore, students should review the current college catalog to determine which (if any) prerequisites are required for each course prior to enrollment. Students cannot be allowed to enroll in courses that require prerequisites until after the prerequisites are completed. 

If you are interested in applying for this program, please begin now to assemble a portfolio of application materials. If you would like an application for the program, you may download and print it by clicking on the application link, or you may feel free to contact the Program Director, Judy Massie, by phone at 806-354-6068, by e-mail at jemassie@actx.edu call the Allied Health Division Secretary, Kim Lacey, at 806-354-6055.

Once your portfolio is complete, you will need to schedule an appointment with the program director to submit your portfolio in person.