Program Info:
Admission Requirements
- Clear Criminal Record Check
- Completion of Grade 12 or equivalent, or 19 years of age or older with completion of the CAST testing
- Adequate level of physical health to be able to fulfill job requirements
- Completion of Wonderlic admission test with minimum score of 18
- Good command of the English language – both written and verbal
- N-95 Mask Fit Testing which may be mandatory based on provincial requirements
- Hepatitis B, other vaccinations and/or a TB test may be required by this industry
- Completion of standard registration form
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, and a strong commitment to confidentiality and integrity
- Excellent organizational and time-management skills
- Completion of the ‘Wonderlic’ Scholastic Level Equivalent test – with a score of 20 points or better
- Successful completion of admissions interview and testing for adequate entry-level skills
Program Highlights
With the aging population, the tremendous advancements in technology, and our demand for the best quality of life, the healthcare industry is facing a growing shortage of well trained personnel. Throughout the North American healthcare industry, there is an acute need to increase the size of the workforce, and raise the skill level of that workforce.
This program is designed to provide employment-ready and comprehensively trained graduates. Successful graduates will achieve the Certified Medical Assisting Professional (CMAP) designation in addition to their diploma. These graduates are fully qualified to work in a hands-on administrative and clinical support capacity in the medical industry.
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Graduates of Medical office assistant diploma 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, including:
- Physicians’ Offices, Clinics, Mental Healthcare and Allied Health Care Centres
- Walk-in Care Centres
- Ambulatory Clinics
- Complementary and Alternative Medicine Clinics such as Chiropractic and Acupuncture Centres
- Long Term and Extended Care Departments
- Medical Research Facilities
- Medical Laboratory and Diagnostic Imaging Centres
- Physiotherapy and Occupational Therapy Clinics
- Group Homes and Community Living Societies
- Wellness and Fitness Centres
- Hospital Admissions and E.R. Departments, such as Switchboard, Information, and Patient Registration
- Ambulatory and Outpatient Departments
- Laboratory and X-Ray Departments
- Medical Finance and Administrative Departments
- Booking, O.R. Bed Booking
- Health Records Departments
CORE COURSES
Upon completion of the program the participant must demonstrate the following core competencies:
Part A: Computer and Business Office Skills
- Introduction to Keyboarding
- Keyboard Skills Building – Levels 1 and 2
- Microsoft Windows Level 1
- Microsoft Word – Levels 1, 2, and 3
- Microsoft Excel – Level 1
- Microsoft Access – Level 1
- Microsoft Outlook – Level 1
- Basic Bookkeeping Level 1
- Thought Patterns for a Successful Career
- Job Search and Résumé Writing
Part B: Medical Administrative/Clinical
- Introduction to Medical Terminology
- Anatomy and Physiology Parts 1 and 2
- Medical Office Procedures
- Introduction to Medical Transcription
- Standard First Aid
- Basic Rescuer (Level C) CPR Certifications
- Clinical Procedures
Part C: Worksite Externship
- Clinical Placement
ELECTIVE COURSES
Thought Patterns for a Successful Career and Job Search & Resume Writing
- Office Skills
- Word processing
- Database Management
- Spreadsheets
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Program Type:
Diploma
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Anticipated salary:
C$26,335 – C$45,901 (Information from PayScale Canada)
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Program Duration:
44 weeks
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Program Notes:
Tuition fees include all materials and student manuals. Financial assistance may be available to qualified students.
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