Program Offered:
MEDICAL OFFICE ASSISTANT / UNIT CLERK (MOA)
DURATION: 52 WEEKS
TUITION FEE & COST OF BOOKS: $15,250 (Domestic Students)
OUTCOME : DIPLOMA
PRACTICUM : REQUIRED
MODE OF DELIVERY: FULL TIME ONLINE/ONSITE
Program Overview:
This program is designed to equip students with the right knowledge and skills on health care and medical office procedures using Medical Records Software and other technology in preparation to the real-world of work.
JOB OPPORTUNITIES:
- Medical Secretary
- Medical Transcriptionist
- Data Entry Clerks
- Clinic/Hospital Receptionist
- Customer Service, information and related Clerks
Program Components:
- Microsoft Office Applications & Keyboarding
- Business Writing
- Advance Medical Terminology 1
- Advance Medical Terminology 2
- Electronic Medical Record, Billing, Coding, and Scheduling
- Pharmacology
- Clinical Procedures
- Medical Transcription
- Student Career and Employment Search
- Medical History, Law, & Ethics
- Medical Office Procedures
- Practicum
Admission Requirements:
Students who wish to register under this program must have the prerequisite education and skills needed to benefit from the training. Language Proficiency Exam is required for students whose first language is not English. Canadian Language Benchmark (C.L.B) must be at least Level 7.
STANDARD ADMISSION
Students must meet the following criteria:
- At least High School Diploma in Alberta or its equivalent
- Pass the career interview
MATURE ADMISSION
Students must meet the following criteria:
- At least 19 years or older
- Must pass the required Wonderlic Basic Skills Test. Passing score shall be at least 265
- Pass the career interview