Medical Office Assistant Diploma W/ Unit Clerk

Program Info:
Admissions Requirements
Clear Criminal Record Check
19 years of age or older (varies, depending on province specific ministry requirements)
Adequate level of physical health to be able to fulfill job requirements
Completion of Grade 12 or equivalent (or CAST testing)
Completion of Wonderlic admission test with minimum score of 18
Good command of the English language - both written and verbal
N-95 Mask Fit Testing which may be mandatory based on provincial requirements
Hepatitis B, COVID-19, etc , other vaccinations and \ or a TB test may be required by this industry
Completion of standard registration form
Program Highlights
The Medical Office Assistant with Unit Clerk Diploma program provides students with the base knowledge, skills, and work experience to become permanently employable in a medical setting. Skill development is delivered in four areas:
Comprehensive medical administrative knowledge, which includes medical terminology, anatomy and physiology, pharmacology, medical office and clinical administrative procedures
In-depth hospital administrative knowledge of nursing units, emergency response codes, infection control and treatment procedures, including an understanding of mental disorders and treatments, workplace ethics, and processing medication,laboratory and doctors' orders
Full range of computer and office skills, including current software applications, keyboarding skills, bookkeeping, and personal and professional development
On-site work experience through participation in a 160 hour Clinical Preceptorship at an approved healthcare facility
Career Opportunities
Graduates of this program are qualified to work in a wide variety of healthcare settings and occupations. Job titles vary per location, but graduates are an integral part of many healthcare settings, including:
Physicians' offices, clinics, mental healthcare and allied healthcare centres
Walk-in care centres
Ambulatory clinics
Complementary and alternative medicine clinics (e.g., chiropractic and acupuncture centres)
Long-term and extended care departments
Medical research facilities
Medical laboratory and diagnostic imaging centres
Physiotherapy and occupational therapy clinics
Group homes and community living societies
Fitness and wellness centres
Hospital admissions and E.R. departments (e.g., switchboard, information, and patient registration)
Ambulatory and outpatient departments
Laboratory and x-ray departments
Medical finance and administrative departments
Booking and O.R. bed booking
Various hospital departments as a Health Unit Coordinator, such as:
Nursing
Surgery
Blood Bank
Specialty clinics
Rehabilitation
Geriatrics
Diabetes
Core Courses
Introduction to Keyboarding
Keyboard Skill Building Level 1 and 2
Microsoft Windows Level 1
Microsoft Word- Levels 1, 2, and 3
Microsoft Excel- Level 1
Microsoft Access- Level 1
Microsoft Outlook- Level 1
Basic Bookkeeping Level 1
Thought Patterns For a Success Career
Job Search and Résumé Writing
Practical Applications- 1 Unit
Introduction to Medical Terminology
Anatomy and Physiology Part 1
Anatomy and Physiology Part 2
Medical Office Procedures
Introduction to Medical Transcription
Clinical Procedures
Standard First Aid
Basic Rescue (Level C) CPR Certification
Health Unit Coordinator Level 1
Health Unit Coordinator Level 2
Health Unit Coordinator Level 3
Preceptorship
Program Type: | Diploma | |
Anticipated Salary: | $23,339 – $47,165 | |
Program Duration: | Weeks: 59 Hours: 1302 | |
Tuition Fees | ||
Domestic | International | |
Tuition: | $16,455 | $21,392 |
Application: | $250 | $500 |
Assessment: | $100 | $100 |
Program Syllabus: | Click here to Download | |
Program Notes | Tuition fees include digital course materials. Printed copies may be available for an additional fee. Financial Assistance may be available for those who qualify. | |
Graduation Requirements | Students must maintain a 75% program average to obtain a Diploma | |
Method of Delivery | Onsite, Remote and Blended using our Integrated Learning ®System training facilitated by qualified learning coaches. | |
Approval | The Medical Office Assistant Diploma W/ Unit Clerk was reviewed and approved by the registrar of the Private Training Institutions Branch (PTIB) of the Ministry of Post-Secondary Education and Future Skills. |