Get the Skills to Become a Medical Office Assistant
34-Week* Medical Office Assistant Training Program in British Columbia
Medical Office Assistants play an essential role in the healthcare industry, helping to maintain the day-to-day functions of many medical facilities. By using a strong knowledge of medical terminology and clinical procedures, Medical Office Assistants help manage patient files and assist healthcare practitioners in their treatment of patients.
If you’re a compassionate, detail-oriented individual interested in getting established in a professional medical office career, Cambria College’s Medical Office Assistant program could be an excellent opportunity for you.
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Medical Office Assistant Overview
34-Week* Diploma | $47,969 median annual salary**
- Graduates hired by hospitals, physician’s offices, & nursing homes
- Advance into Medical Records Management, Office Management, Medical Assisting and much more!
**https://www.workbc.ca/career-profiles/medical-administrative-assistants visited on May 30, 2024. Salary source for medical administrative assistants in British Columbia with lowest 10% earning $41,600 to the highest 10% of workers earning $61,505.
Qualified Medical Office Assistant Training
The Medical Office Assistant Program is designed to prepare students for an exciting and rewarding career as a clerk/secretary in a health care setting. Students will gain knowledge in Medical Terminology, billing procedures, appointment booking & scheduling, transcription prioritizing & organizational skills and communication skills. This knowledge will be taught within the modules in the Medical Office Assistant Program.
This program is eligible for up to $3,000 in scholarships.
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Practical On-The-Job Training
At Cambria College, we believe that you should not only complete training with theoretical knowledge, but with real experience in the industry. That’s why students in the Medical Office Assistant program will complete a 120-hour practicum placement during their training.
Your practicum enables you to apply what you’ve learned in a real setting and gain not only experience to put on your resume, but also industry connections, references, and confidence.
Program Fees
Domestic Students:
- Application Fee: $250
- Assessment Fee: $100
- Tuition: $9,815
- Textbooks: $735
- Others: $50
Total: $10,950
International Students:
- Application Fee: $500
- Assessment Fee: $250
- Tuition: $13,965
- Textbooks: $735
- Others: $50
Total: $15,500
Career Opportunities for Medical Office Assistants
Medical Office Assistants may be employed in the offices of:
- General Practitioners
- Surgeons, Gynecologists and other Medical Specialists
- Various Medical Offices; such as Physiotherapy, Massage Clinics, Dermatology Clinics
- Various Hospital Departments
- Nursing Facilities
Designed to prepare graduates for NOC 1243. This program is approved by the Private Training Institution Branch (PTIB) of the Ministry of Post-Secondary Education and Future Skills.
Rewarding Career as a Medical Office Assistant
If you’re interested in learning more about a career as a Medical Office Assistant and exploring whether Cambria College is right for you, fill out the form on this page to receive more information.
For immediate questions, call your nearest Cambria College location today.
Richmond: (604) 242-4000
Surrey: (604) 416-5522
Vancouver: (604) 428-7500
Victoria: (778) 265-7547
*Program length when completed in normal time