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Healthcare Office Assistant
Academic Diploma
Healthcare Office Assistant
About the Program
The Healthcare Office Assistant program teaches you the basics of medical terms, office skills, and healthcare software. You’ll learn how to manage patient records, handle scheduling, and support daily tasks in healthcare offices. This program is perfect if you want to work in a fast-growing field with diverse job opportunities in healthcare support.
This program has been approved by the Private Training Institutions Regulatory Unit (PTIRU) of the Ministry of Post-Secondary Education and Future Skills.
Career in
high demand
First Aid & CPR
Certification
60 hours
Practicum Placement
WHMIS
Training
Career Opportunities
Medical Office Assistant
Manage patient records, schedule appointments, and support healthcare staff.
Healthcare Facilities Assistant
Support administration operations in healthcare facilities.
Dental Office Assistant
Assist with scheduling, documentation, and administrative tasks in dental offices.
Courses
Microsoft Word Foundations
The objective of this course is to introduce students to the basic commands, functions, and capabilities of MS Word. It is designed for computer users who are new to word processing.
Microsoft Excel Foundations
The objective of this course is to introduce students to the basic commands, functions, and capabilities of MS Excel. It is designed for computer users who are new to word processing.
Introduction to Healthcare Office Assistant
As a Healthcare Office Assistant, you will play a valuable role in today’s health system, which is a complex system of administration, science, technology, innovation, and collaboration. This course introduces you to the skills, attributes, and abilities required to become a valuable member of the team no matter what healthcare environment you work in.
Writing for Healthcare
Business Communication Essentials’ integrated learning system helps you develop your communication skills so you will be prepared for the workplace. The features of the text will help you learn and apply the communication skills needed for a successful career.
Healthcare Office Assistant Tools and Procedures
In this course, students will be introduced to practical duties of the Healthcare Office Assistant, including an understanding of the teamwork structure within the healthcare industry.
Medical Terminology
Understand the common medical words used by doctors and nurses so you can communicate and keep records accurately.
Dental Terminology Treatment Planning & Estimates
Students are introduced to structures of the oral cavity, their function, types of occlusion, tooth numbering methods, and a variety of dental administrative functions including treatment planning and dental scheduling.
Career Strategies
Prepare yourself for job hunting with tips on writing resumes, preparing for interviews, and finding jobs in healthcare.
First Aid & CPR and WHMIS Training
This course will provide opportunities for industry certificate workshops like Industry Certifications – First Aid & CPR, and WHMIS.
Practicum Placement
Use what you’ve learned in a real healthcare setting to gain hands-on experience and make professional connections.
ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS
Students are required to be 19 years of age prior to the start of the program or possess a high school diploma (or equivalent), and provide 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, or
• Completion of 2 years of full-time post-secondary education at an accredited institution where English is the language of instruction, or
• 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, or
• Provide verified results for one of the English language proficiency tests listed below. Test results must be dated no more than two years before the start date of the program:
• 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
Students are required to be 19 years of age prior to the start of the program or possess a high school diploma (or equivalent), and provide 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, or
• Completion of 2 years of full-time post-secondary education at an accredited institution where English is the language of instruction, or
• 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, or
• Provide verified results for one of the English language proficiency tests listed below. Test results must be dated no more than two years before the start date of the program:
• 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
Tuition & Fees
Domestic students
Tuition:
$10,332.00
Application Fee
$250.00
Administrative Fee
$200.00
Textbooks
$200.00
Total:
$10,982.00
International students
Tuition:
$14,400.00
Application Fee
$500.00
Administrative Fee
$200.00
Textbooks
$200.00
Total:
$15,300.00
Please review our refund policy.
SCHEDULE
UPCOMING START DATES FOR 2025
March
May
July
Duration
5.5 Months of Duration
Format
Combined Delivery (both in-class and distance)
500
total program
hours
25
weeks
total
5.5
months of
DURATION
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Discover the Excel ExperienceFrequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
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.