Advance your administration career with this short course and gain the skills to work in medical administration. Learn how to use medical terminology and abbreviations in oral and written communications and enhance your career opportunities.
Through a mixture of theory and practical course work, learn to:
Interpret written and oral instructions using medical terminology
Identify and use appropriate abbreviations for medical terms
Use appropriate medical terminology in oral and written communication
Follow confidentiality, privacy and security procedures to store patient records
Securely store drugs, equipment and other materials potentially posing a work health and safety (WHS) threat
Gain practical experience and develop specialist skills that give you an advantage in the job market.
A nationally accredited Statement of Attainment
Credit toward a full qualification
Confidence to use medical terminology in oral and written communications
Strong pathways to continue your studies and enhance your career opportunities
Some courses require evidence of previous experience or study before you can enrol
To be prepared for this course, we recommend that you have:
Good communication and interpersonal skills
Access to a computer and a reasonable internet connection
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Our graduates go onto roles like: medical receptionist, clinic administrator, health administrator, nursing administrator, medical records officer and dental administrator.
Take your study further with other courses offered at TAFE NSW:
Begin here to gain experience and confidence in this study area.
The Statement of Attainment in Medical Terminology and Confidentiality does not have any pre-requisite courses.
Advance your skills to take your career to the next level
Strengthen your expertise and gain specialist skills to expand your employability.
The Statement of Attainment in Medical Terminology and Confidentiality does not have any related courses.
At TAFE NSW, we recognise your previous study and work experience. You can apply for recognition of prior learning or a credit transfer with any of our courses. If you're successful you'll get your qualification faster.
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