Program Overview

University Programs

The university offers a variety of programs across different fields, including:

• Business Management & Logistics
• Digital Marketing & Business Management
• Academic Diploma
• Digital Marketing & Business Management with Co-op
• Supply Chain & Operations Management
• Hospitality Management
• Hospitality Management with Co-op
• Healthcare
• Healthcare Office Assistant
• Dental Assistant
• Veterinary Assistant
• Pharmacy Assistant
• Pharmacy Assistant with Practicum
• Pharmacy Technician
• Agriculture and Sustainability
• Aquaculture Technician
• Sustainability & Renewable Energy
• Education & Social Services
• Social Services & Community Support Worker
• Early Childhood Education Assistant
• Education Assistant
• Finance
• Financial Office Assistant
• Insurance Professional
• Information Technology
• Cyber Security
• Legal
• Immigration Assistant
• English Language Programs
• English as a Second Language (ESL) Beginner
• English as a Second Language (ESL) Pre-Intermediate
• English as a Second Language (ESL) Intermediate
• English as a Second Language (ESL) Upper-Intermediate
• English as a Second Language (ESL) Advanced
• English as a Second Language (ESL) Intensive
• Microcredentials

Program Details

Healthcare Office Assistant

The Healthcare Office Assistant program teaches students the basics of medical terms, office skills, and healthcare software. Students will learn how to manage patient records, handle scheduling, and support daily tasks in healthcare offices. This program is perfect for those who want to work in a fast-growing field with diverse job opportunities in healthcare support.

• Career Opportunities:
  • Medical Office Assistant
  • Healthcare Facilities Assistant
  • Dental Office Assistant
• Courses:
  • Microsoft Word Foundations
  • Microsoft Excel Foundations
  • Introduction to Healthcare Office Assistant
  • Writing for Healthcare
  • Healthcare Office Assistant Tools and Procedures
  • Medical Terminology
  • Dental Terminology Treatment Planning & Estimates
  • Career Strategies
  • First Aid & CPR and WHMIS Training
  • Practicum Placement
• Admission Requirements:
  • Students must be 19 years of age prior to the start of the program or possess a high school diploma (or equivalent)
  • Evidence of one of the following English proficiency requirements:
    • Completion of grades 9-11, including English 10 with a grade of ‘C’ or higher from a country where English is one of the principal languages
    • Completion of 2 years of full-time post-secondary education at an accredited institution where English is the language of instruction
    • Evidence of graduation from a language program with an established pathway/articulation agreement allowing direct entry (no further testing required) to a diploma or degree program at a public institution in Canada
    • Provide verified results for one of the English language proficiency tests listed below
      • International English Language Testing System (IELTS) Academic – Minimum overall score of 5.5
      • Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) IBT – Minimum overall score of 46
      • Canadian Academic English Language Assessment (CAEL) – Minimum overall score of 40
      • Canadian English Language Proficiency Index Program (CELPIP)
        • Listening 6, Speaking 6, Reading 5, and Writing 5
      • Duolingo English Test (DET) – Minimum overall score of 95
      • Pearson Test of English (PTE) Academic – Minimum overall score of 43
      • Cambridge English Qualifications: B2 First exam (FCE) - Minimum overall score of 160 or “C”
      • Cambridge Linguaskill – Minimum overall B2 level
      • LANGUAGECERT Academic – Minimum overall B2 level
      • The Michigan English Test (MET) – Minimum overall B2 level
      • iTEP Academic – Minimum overall score of 3.5
      • EIKEN – Minimum placement of Grade Pre-1

Program Structure

• Duration: 6 months
• Format: In-Class, Combined Delivery
• Total Program Hours: 500
• Total Weeks: 25

Frequently Asked Questions

• Do I need healthcare experience to join this program? No, you don’t need any prior healthcare experience. The program teaches all the skills you need from the ground up.
• Will I receive any certifications in this program? Yes, the program includes First Aid and CPR certifications, which are important skills in healthcare settings.
• Are there any exams or practical assessments in this program? Yes, the program includes both written exams and practical assessments to test your knowledge and skills in real-life scenarios.
• What do healthcare office assistants do? They perform a variety of secretarial and administrative duties in doctor’s offices, hospitals, medical clinics, and other medical settings.