Program Overview

Medical Office Administration Program

Overview

The Medical Office Administration program at Herzing College prepares students for positions in hospitals and clinics. The program includes an internship and provides in-depth training in medical office software and procedures.

Description

The Medical Office Administration program is designed to provide students with the skills and knowledge necessary to succeed in a medical office environment. The program covers topics such as:

• The Microsoft Office suite of applications
• Industry-standard healthcare software, including Abel Med and Abel Dent
• Managing a reception desk
• Booking appointments
• Processing billing and insurance
• Medical transcription techniques
• Preparing patient charts, records, histories, and reports
• Managing inventory and ordering supplies
• Medical terminology
• Human anatomy and physiology
• Diagnostic and treatment procedures

Admission Requirements

• Minimum of a Canadian high school grade 12 or equivalent, or a mature student
• Pass an entrance test administered by Herzing College
• Be interviewed in detail regarding interest in the field
• Note: admission to some programs may include additional requirements

Program Details

• Industry: Healthcare
• Program Length: 12 months or less, includes internship
• Learning Format: Online, Hybrid at Herzing Toronto, Ottawa
• Language: English

Career Outlook

Skilled medical office administrators are in strong demand in many provinces. Graduates of the Medical Office Administration program are qualified for roles at:

• Hospitals
• Dental offices
• Walk-in clinics
• Chiropractor offices
• Extended care centres

Typical job titles include:

• Medical Office Administrator
• Medical Office Receptionist
• Medical Office Assistant
• Chiropractic Receptionist
• Dental Office Coordinator
• Medical Transcriptionist
• Unit Clerk

Instructors

• Ayo Adetoro, Instructor, Business / Healthcare

Related Healthcare Programs

• Community Services
• Health Care Aide
• Medical Laboratory Assistant
• Mental Health and Addictions Worker
• Personal Support Worker

Why Choose This Program?

• Internship included for real work experience
• Many students get hired straight out of their internship
• Learn from caring instructors with years of healthcare experience
• Small class sizes where every student gets step-by-step support
• Get access to the Herzing Open Education Program (HOEP), which lets you take additional healthcare courses after you graduate, tuition-free!
• An amazing career development team that helps you create your resume, prepare for interviews, and apply for medical office jobs
• Welcoming environment with students of all ages and backgrounds

Campus Locations

• Herzing College has multiple campus locations in Winnipeg, MB, Cambridge, ON, Toronto, ON, Ottawa, ON, Montreal, QC. Admissions, career development, and educational funding staff are available at each location to meet with students and answer any questions and assist with application processes.