Diploma in Medical Secretary
Forge a new career pathway in the health industry
Learn valuable skills and learn what it takes to become a Medical Secretary. Discover how to create and manage healthcare records using Medtech Evolution software, understand medical terminology, and discover the importance of precision formatting with The Career Academy’s medical secretary course. Use this medical secretary course online to learn about discharge and death summaries, work on perfecting your business communication skills, and get experience with reading medical records correctly. Enrol in our medical secretary course and discover how far you can go.Or Call 01 437 8559
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CAREER BENEFITS
- Take a module in Medical Transcription
- Learn basic medical and pharmacological terminology & abbreviations
- Become qualified as a medical secretary
- Gain a professional certificate recognised by employers
- Course accredited by the International Council for Online Educational Standards
- Receive a Certificate in Medical Terminology
- Note: There is no extensions available for the Medical Transcription portion of this Diploma
COURSE CONTENTS
- Scope and Nature of Medical Terminology
- Anatomical Terms and Structures
- Medical Equipment and Procedures
- Pharmacological Terminology
- Musculoskeletal System
- Cardiovascular, Lymphatic and Immune System
- Respiratory and Reproductive Systems
- Digestive and Excretory Systems
- The Skin
- Nervous and Sensory Systems
- Certificate in Medical Terminology Assessment
- Role of a Receptionist
- Medical Reception Service Skills
- Time Management, Ethics and Professionalism
- Maintain Patient Records
- Effective Business Communication
- Introduction to Microsoft Word
- Using Microsoft Excel
- Workplace Health and Safety
- First Aid and Medical Emergencies
- Customer Relationship ManagementOptional:
- Introduction to Medtech Evolution
- Introduction to Medical Transcription
- Tools of the Trade
- Understanding Medical Records
- Listening Carefully
- Grammar, Sentence Structure, and Punctuation
- Style
- Medical Terminology and Spelling
- Report Formatting and Word Processing
- Checking Your Work
- Classification Systems, and Discharge and Death Summaries
- Infections, Blood, and Cells
- The Nuts and Bolts of Working as an MT
FREE membership to the Irish Association of Healthcare Assistants
On successful completion of this course, you’ll become a member of the Irish Association of Healthcare Assistants (IAHA) and receive all these fantastic benefits:
- Employers and members of the public will have confidence in knowing that your professional standing and qualifications have been independently verified;
- Receive Discounts on IAHA products (Nurses Notepads, Diaries, Homecare Communication);
- Be part of the largest Professional Healthcare Assistant Body in Ireland;
- Receive special offers, discounts and value-added services from chosen affinity partners;
- FREE attendance at IAHA events, plus training at a reduced rate;
- Access to the job board where you can find Healthcare and medical reception roles in Ireland.
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Why The Career Academy?
We’re an internationally recognised online education provider, who partners with industry to deliver you the latest and most up to date content. We have over 15 years experience in online education and help change the lives of over 20,000 students every single year.
- Upskill and be awarded with a certificate of achievement to help you reach your potential & earn more.
- Flexible online learning so you can study whenever and wherever you want.
- Get free access to the career centre who will review and improve your CV to help you succeed.
- 83% of our graduates say our qualifications improved their ability to get a new job or promotion.
Receive unlimited tutor support
Our professional tutors at The Career Academy are industry experts who are passionate about helping students succeed. They’re committed to providing exceptional online course support and personal tutoring to help you succeed. Throughout your course, you’ll receive unlimited tutor support via phone and email.
Stephanie completed her Bachelor of Business (Marketing/Event Management) from La Trobe University in Melbourne. Before joining The Career Academy, Stephanie received 5+ years of Reception and Administration experience, with a working knowledge of Microsoft Office and administrative skills. With her experience and expertise, Stephanie started her journey as an Administration, Management, and MS tutor at The Career Academy. As an educator, Stephanie is passionate about assisting each of her students to reach their full potential and seeing her students achieve their career goals and new opportunities.
Kelly graduated with a Bachelor of Arts major in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL), and a minor in Linguistics and Chinese at Victoria University of Wellington. She engages well with students from different age groups, backgrounds, and cultures. Her past experiences in working with students involved being a junior class mentor in College, a campus coach/student ambassador at University, participating in cultural clubs, and teaching dance (which is one of her hobbies!)
Kelly has joined The Career Academy in 2020 as a tutor to build her career and experiences. She confidently says this: “I am grateful to be a part of a positive company with core values that I align with. It is amazing to get to interact with a variety of students. Being a tutor for me is not just about getting the work done, but ensuring that I do my best to help someone – whether it may be easy or difficult. At the end of my day, it makes me happy knowing that I have helped a student.”
Amoré is an Administration, Management & Microsoft Office tutor who works with The Career Academy to help students achieve their career goals. Amoré has a Bachelor of Arts Degree specialising in Psychology, English and a Certificate in Language Teaching (CELTA), along with many years of working within the administration and education field. These qualifications coupled with years of experience in various industries enables Amoré to provide the best education experience for her students.
When Amoré isn’t helping students to achieve the very best out of their studies, she enjoys travelling with friends , yoga, and creating artwork in her free time.
Nick works as an Administration, Management, and MS Office Tutor, coming from a background of studying Criminology and Sociology at Monash University. This was followed by years of experience in Administration roles based in many departments across an array of industries. With a passion for helping people, Nick has come to The Career Academy with a mindset to use his experience in these roles to help make a difference for students, assisting them on their road to upskilling towards a new role or career, and reaching their goals.
In his spare time, Nick can be found cheering on one of his many sports teams, at the gym, watching films, hiking and singing Motown songs while cooking.
Be awarded with an industry recognised certificate
Upon successful completion of your course, you’ll be presented with a Professional Certificate by The Career Academy. This an industry recognised certificate which will go a long way to helping you get a new job or promotion. You’ll also be given access to our exclusive Career Centre and be eligible for a free CV Review.
Opportunities
Career Opportunities
Graduates of The Career Academy’s Health program frequently secure employment in general and family health practices, as well as within small to medium-sized businesses. Our team is committed to ensuring that you are fully prepared for the professional world. Upon completing your studies, you can anticipate being qualified for job titles such as:
- Medical Receptionist
- Medical Secretary
- Health and Safety Officer
- Medical Assistant / Receptionist
- First-Aid Specialist
- Safety Manager
Career Projections
In Ireland, the sector for administration jobs, especially within the medical field, is projected to grow steadily by 3.1% until 2026. This expected growth is likely to lead to:
- A consistent increase in demand for medical administrative roles.
- Health graduates commonly find employment in sectors such as Health Care and Social Assistance.
Sources: Morgan McKinley, National Skills Bulletin
The Career Centre
The Career Academy is committed to helping you on your pathway to success. We believe by utilising The Career Centre’s resources and connections, you’ll gain confidence and the networks you need to get a new job or promotion.
Once enrolled with us, you will get instant access to our Career Centre and benefit from:
- Access to CV Templates – freshen your current CV with one of our professional templates
- A free personalised CV review – we’ll review and provide feedback on your CV to ensure it stands out from the crowd
- Useful job tips and resources – we’ll outline a clear five step job success process for you to follow
- Help getting ready for interviews – will give you tips & tricks on how to succeed
CHRISTINE OVERCOMES CHALLENGES TO STEP INTO HER DREAM CAREER
For many years, Christine has dealt with significant health issues, but she doesn’t let them get in the way of her eagerness to learn. Over the years, she has taken various word processing, computing and administration courses, and become a proficient audio typist who is able to work from home.
But that wasn’t enough for Christine – she wanted to further advance her skills. So, she searched online and found The Career Academy. After she had a conversation with one of our one-on-one career advisors about her goals and aspirations, she knew that The Career Academy was the right choice to help her reach them. Ultimately, she enrolled in the Certificate in Medical Reception , which would give her the skills to become a certified medical receptionist in only 10 weeks.
From her prior education experience, Christine was ‘used to textbooks and lecturers.’ But with The Career Academy’s flexible online learning, she knew things were going to be a little different. ‘I was on my own, receiving my assignments through the website.’ At first, she was a little nervous that not interacting with tutors face-to-face was going to be a difficult adjustment, but it wasn’t long before she discovered that online learning was a breeze. ‘I quickly realised that my tutors were nothing like the fierce and overbearing teachers from my school days! These were professional businesspeople who really were there to help.’ As she continued to receive positive feedback on her assignments her confidence started to grow.
As Christine worked her way through her course, she started to discover benefits outside of what was in the content. ‘I’m definitely more confident using the Internet now, which means I can be more proactive searching for contracts and, therefore, increase my workload.’
Helen, Christine’s mentor, reports seeing a huge change in Christine since she completed her certificate. ‘She’s had this glow, like a spring in her step!’ smiles Helen. ‘Being respected and having her skills recognised has been a great boost for Christine. The value of improved self-esteem and self-confidence can’t really be overstated.’
As for her advice for future students, Christine only has one thing to say:
‘Feel the fear, and just go for it!’
Christine studied the Certificate in Medical Reception , developed to teach you the skills involved in running a medical practice in only 10 weeks. It also includes a training guide for Medtech, one of the common pieces of software used in medical practices.
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This course costs €499.00 or only €25 per week on a no-deposit, interest-free payment plan. Click here to get started now.
This course takes approximately 160 hours, and you’ll have up to 6 months to complete. Study in your own time, at your own pace. Most of The Career Academy courses are designed so that you do one module a week, but if life gets busy, you can apply for a course extension if you need more time.
Upon completing this course, you could obtain work as a Medical Receptionist or Secretary.
Contact a friendly student advisor on 01 437 8559 to learn about potential career outcomes and where our courses could take you. You’ll also receive a FREE CV review.
Your course is delivered through our online learning platform, which you can access from any web browser 24/7 to work whenever and wherever you want. You can also interact with your tutors and other students within the learning environment. Online learning allows you to make the best use of your time and puts all the necessary resources at your fingertips. There are no set course start dates; you can start whenever you are ready, and your tutors and student services will check in on your progress and help you every step of the way.
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Absolutely! You’ve got a 14-day cooling-off period (trial period) at the start of your course. Take that time to review all your learning material and get a feel for online learning. If you decide the course isn’t for you within the trial period, you’ll get a full money-back guarantee*.
Completing The Career Academy Diploma in Medical Secretary is an excellent first step towards a career as a Medical Secretary.
