Medical Office Administration
| Course Name | Course Duration (Hours) | Tution Fees | Duration of course (Theory / Practical) | Duration of the Placement |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Medical Office Administration | 820 | 15350 | 6.5 Months | 3 |
Introduction
Medical Office Administration plays a critical role in healthcare delivery. They also conduct many administrative tasks in the field of medicine, along with some basic clinical procedures. In this program, students will learn to collect medical histories, explain treatment procedures, and prepare patients for examinations. Emphasis is placed on medical terminology, body systems, medical transcription, and office procedures.
Note: $2000 IS A REGISTRATION NON REFUNDABLE FEE. FOR INTERNATIONAL AND DOMESTIC STUDENTS.
Career Opportunities
Graduating students will be equipped with the business, technology, and communication skills needed to navigate in the contemporary business world. The Medical Office Administration diploma prepares students with the fundamental knowledge, abilities, and work experience required to find permanent job in a variety of medical settings. They shall be able to effectively function in a private physician’s office, a single or multi-specialty clinic, or a hospital setting. Typical job titles in this field include: Medical Office Assistant, Medical Office Administrator, Medical Secretary, Medical Stenographer, Medical Billing Specialists, Secretary Ward, and Medical Transcriptionist.
Admission Requirements
A Canadian High School Equivalency Diploma (General Education Development Test), OR
Equivalent: Foreign credentials must be translated in English and assessed for Grade 12 equivalency by a recognized organization such as WES (World Education Service) (refer to Section I-4.4)
Mature student status may be granted to applicants who are over 19 years of age and do not have a Canadian high school diploma or GED.
Wonderlic SLE (or other MCU approved test – Note: CAT and CAST can no longer be used)
Additional Admission Requirements
If English is not a student’s first language, they must provide proof of English competency. English Language Proficiency Requirements are:
- IELTS – International English Language Testing Services – Minimum average score of 5.5 with no subject
- TOEFL –Test of English as a Foreign Language Internet based test (IBT) – overall 80, with the minimum of each component: Reading 20; Listening 20; Speaking 20; Writing 20
- CAEL: Overall 60 No section below 60
- Canadian English Language Proficiency Index Program (CELPIP) with a score of 7 (no section score below 6)
- Canadian Language Benchmark Tests with a score of 7 in each strand (not an average of 7)
- Duolingo English Test with a minimum score of 95
- Pearson PTE Academic with a minimum score of 46
- NACC Written Entrance Exam (passing score of 60)
Evidence of successful completion of 2 consecutive years of full-time equivalent post-secondary study in English at a Canadian institution
Evidence of successful completion of 2 consecutive years of full-time equivalent post-secondary study in English at an institution outside of Canada
Placement Requirements
Medical form filled by a certified physician. The form will be provided by the college with the necessary information.
Police Vulnerable Sector Check
- Standard First Aid & CPR Level C Certification.
Graduation Requirements
To successfully meet the program outcomes the student must:
- Achieve a minimum mark of 65% in all of the module assignments and exams
- Achieve a satisfactory rating in the internship evaluation
