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Administration Pathway – Medical Reception

Study Method
Online
Institution
The Career Academy
Recognition
ICOES
Start Date
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Course overview

Fast-track your way to a career in Medical Reception! This pathway program combines the Certificate in Medical Reception and the Diploma in Business Administration to give you the confidence to interview for the role as a Medical Receptionist, whilst providing you with qualifications to climb the ladder. Certified medical receptionists perform a wide variety of tasks, from booking or checking in patients to taking vital signs and preparing patients for examinations. With exposure to many different elements of patient care, certified medical receptionists can take their careers in many directions.

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Recognition

<p>ICOES, the International Council for Online Educational Standards guarantees you a high standard of content with measurable outcomes from a reputable training organisation. ICOES is the accrediting body that establishes, monitors and continually develops the educational standards of online teaching institutions.</p>
The International Council for Online Educational Standards

Study method

  • Online
    Online delivery - online course content with the exception of assessments and work placement
  • Blended
    Blended delivery - both online course content and partial face to face requirements
  • In-class
    In class delivery - predominately face to face course content conducted at a specific location

Duration study load

  • Approximately 500 hours
  • You will have access to this course for up to 18 months before you complete

Entry requirements

  • You must be a New Zealand Resident or Citizen to enrol in this course. If you are on a New Zealand work visa, your enquiry will be sent to The Career Academy’s International Office to assess eligibility. The Career Academy does not accept any students on a Student Visa or Tourist Visa
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Course features

  • Gain a certificate and become a certified medical receptionist
  • Gain a qualification and prepare for managerial and top-tier administrative roles
  • Work with an experienced tutor and other students to successfully complete your course
  • Gain a practical understanding of Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook
  • Learn medical terminology and abbreviations

Assessment

  • Assignments
  • Quizzes
  • Case studies
  • Written Assessments
  • Practical Exercises

Testimonials

  • Melissa Edge
    Administration Pathway – Medical Reception
    "Nothing could be improved. This course is so easy to work through from home at your own pace. Tutors are quick to provide any assistance or feedback. Excellent!"
  • Jess Wilcox
    Administration Pathway – Medical Reception
    "The tutors have been very helpful, the introduction email and videos were very informative and it’s great that we can refer to them in the future of need be"

Who's it for?

  • Individuals seeking or currently in an administration role wanting to move into a senior position
  • Anyone seeking a position as a receptionist in a medical facility
  • Medical receptionists who want to become certified
  • Anyone who wants to explore a career in nursing, medical records or medical transcription

Subjects

Core Modules
Diploma in Business Administration
Diploma in Business Administration
  • ADMG154 – Effective Business Communication
  • ADMG160 – Office Ergonomics & Data Entry
  • CITG127 – Introduction to Microsoft Word
  • ADMG159 – Producing Business Documents
  • ADMG166 – Maintain Business Resources
Customer Relations
  • ADMG164 – Customer Service Strategies
  • ADMG162 – Deliver & Monitor a Service to Customers
  • ADMG163 – Address Customer Needs
  • ADMG161 – Process Customer Complaints
Workplace Practices
  • ADMG165 – Organise Schedules
  • ADMG167 – Organise Workplace Information
  • ADMG168 – Organise Meetings
  • ADMN150 – Understanding Key New Zealand Business Legislation
  • ADMN127 – Workplace Health and Safety
Financial Data
  • ABKN202 – Accounting and Bookkeeping Fundamentals
  • ABKN152 – General Journal
  • ABKN153 – General Ledger & the Trial Balance
  • ADMG114 – Managing Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable & Cash Management
  • ABKN103 – Accounting with Xero
  • ABKN217 – Accounting with MYOB AccountRight
Project Management
  • MGTG119 – Introduction to Project Management
  • MGTG109 – Establishing Timelines and Milestones
  • MGTG138 – Project Implementation, Completion and Evaluation
  • CITG138 – Using Microsoft Excel
Certificate in Medical Reception
Role of a Receptionist
Medical Reception Service Skills
Time Management, Ethics and Professionalism
Maintain Patient Records
Working with ACC & Introduction to Medtech
And more!
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Payment options

Payment: $2,450 + GST or only $25 per week on a payment plan.

Save 20% by paying upfront

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About The Career Academy

The Career Academy is New Zealand's leading provider of online courses. Their education driven team of developers and tutors are located in Parnell, Auckland. They are committed to providing exceptional online courses and personal tutor support. The Career Academy offers a range of specialist courses to improve job performance. Their focus is on mentoring, inspiring and supporting people through training so their career or business can reap the rewards.

The Career Academy’s course delivery is flexible, so their students can study with minimal disruption to their daily life. They offer flexible payment plans so anyone wanting to learn has the opportunity no matter their circumstances.