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Certificate in Medical Office Administration, Douglas College - Coquitlam

Coquitlam, British Columbia

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12 Months

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About this course

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This program teaches you procedures for medical office administration, including how to communicate effectively with medical professionals and patients. You'll take courses in anatomy, physiology, medical transcription, medical and pharmaceutical terminology, patient scheduling, and billing. A key part of your training will be a three-week practicum, where you'll develop practical clinical skills. Graduates will be proficient in managing both paper and electronic medical records and in functioning efficiently within medical offices. After gaining one year of experience, you will be eligible to sit for the Medical Office Assistant of B.C. registration examination.

Why this course is highly recommended

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This certificate provides practical skills in medical administration that are essential for working in healthcare settings. The inclusion of a practicum ensures hands-on experience, making graduates workplace-ready. It's especially useful for those wanting to pursue careers such as medical office assistants or administrative roles in medical facilities.

Specialisation

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This program is focused on medical office administration, covering a wide range of skills necessary for efficiently running a medical office, including record management, communication with patients and professionals, and administrative procedures.

Course fees

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Application fees

11.79L

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1st year tuition fees

11.79L

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Living cost

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Degree requirements

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To complete the program, students must successfully earn 30 credits within a four-year time frame. At least half of the coursework (15 credits) must be completed at Douglas College, and a minimum grade of C is required for all courses except mastery graded ones. Additionally, students need to meet the general college admission requirements, including a grade of C or better in English 11 or equivalents.
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English language test

DUOLINGO

110

PTE

56

TOEFL

83

IELTS

6.5

Career prospects

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Graduates can pursue roles such as Medical Office Receptionist, Medical Secretary, Clinic Office Assistant, or Dental Office Assistant. Other opportunities include jobs as Administrative Clerks, Applications Assistants, or Massage Therapy Office Assistants, among others in healthcare administration.

FAQs

Is this program currently active?

No, this program has moved to Health Sciences and is not currently active. For current information, visit their webpage.

What are the admission requirements?

Applicants need to meet general college admission requirements, including a minimum grade of C in English 11 or equivalent. Strong English skills are recommended.