Program Overview

Introduction to the Medical Office Assistant Diploma

The Medical Office Assistant Diploma is designed to address the growing shortage of well-trained personnel in the healthcare industry. With the ageing population, increased technology, and demand for high-quality life, the healthcare industry requires a larger and more skilled workforce. This program aims to provide employment-ready, comprehensively trained graduates.

Program Overview

The program is designed to provide graduates with comprehensive medical administrative knowledge, including medical terminology, anatomy and physiology, pharmacology, and hospital and medical office administrative and clinical procedures. Graduates will also acquire a full range of computer and office skills, including current software applications, keyboarding skills of 55 WPM, general office management, accounting, personal and professional development, and customer service.

Admissions Requirements

• Grade 12 or equivalent or Mature Students
• Good Command of the English Language
• Admissions Interview is required
• Clear, relevant Criminal Record Check
• Adequate level of physical health to meet the requirements of the program and prospective employment

Program Objectives

The program objectives include:

• Comprehensive medical administrative knowledge
• Full-range of computer and office skills
• On-site work-experience through participation in a one-month externship at an approved healthcare training 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.

Certification

Successful graduates will be eligible to receive the CMAP Certified Medical Assisting Professional designation in addition to their diploma. This certification demonstrates that graduates are fully qualified to work in a hands-on, administrative/clinical support capacity in any medical field.