Courses

Program Description

This program is designed to let you study part-time, weeknights and weekends as you train for employment in a medical office.  If you are currently working during the day, or at home caring for others, this might be the perfect fit for you.  This program focuses on the medical terminology, medical office procedures, and accounting skills required by medical office employers. This program is designed for students who have training or experience as an administrative assistant, who would like to work in a medical office environment. Total course length is 100 hours.

Prerequisites and Beneficial Skills

• High school diploma or GED
• Administrative Assistant certificate or equivalent office experience
• Familiarity with Word, Excel and databases
• English Language Proficiency, Level 6
• Ability to follow directions, work with minimum supervision, be self-motivated and able to meet deadlines
• Good communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work with others
• Attention to neatness, accuracy, detail and organization

Certification

Upon successful completion of the courses you will receive a Medical Terminology and Office Procedures Certificate from the Louis Riel School Division, Continuing Education Department.

Employment Opportunities

People with medical office skills are employed in medical, physiotherapy, chiropractic, and massage therapy offices.  The role is extremely varied and can include positions such as:  Secretary, Clerk, Administrative Assistant, Office Manager, Executive Assistant, Receptionist, etc.

Program Advantages

• Flexible entry dates, you can begin the program in September, January or April
• In less than one year you can be starting a new career
• Comprehensive training in Medical Terminology
• Clinical Procedures needed in a medical office
• Training in financial records, patient scheduling and communication
• Up-to-date software and lab facilities

Tuition/Fees

The total cost of this program is $1,100 (textbook costs included).  Total fees may be paid at the time of registration, or on the following payment schedule:

• A Non-refundable deposit of $300 is required at the time of registration.   Pay your deposit by registering for Course #T07-F20.
• $400 is due on or before September 15/2020 for Semester 1.  Semester 1 starts September 22/2020.  Pay for Semester 1 by registering for Course #T07.1-F20.
• $400 is due on or before October 29/2020 for Semester 2.  Semester 2 starts November 5/2020.  Pay for Semester 2 by registering for Course #T07.2-F20.

Students must complete both semesters to receive their Certificate.

Registering for T07-F20 with a $300 deposit will secure your spot in the Medical Terminology and Office Procedures Certificate Program. The balance of the course fee must be paid in accordance with the stated payment schedule.

Classes run Tuesdays and Thursdays from 6:00 - 9:30 p.m. and select Sundays from 1:30 - 5:30 p.m.