Statement of Attainment in Medical Receptionist

The Statement of Attainment in Medical Reception will give you the skills needed to carry out the fundamental duties and responsibilities of a medical receptionist or administration in a range of health settings. You will learn how to manage written, digital and verbal interactions with customers and work colleagues; and be able to Interpret and apply medical terminology appropriately. During this short practical course, you will be focused on learning how to effectively work technology to maintain patient records and prepare medical accounts within a health setting. You will achieve the following units of competence which can be credited towards the Certificate III in Business Administration (Medical) Course code: BSB31115:

BSBMED301 Interpret and apply medical terminology appropriately,
BSBMED302 Prepare and process medical accounts,
BSBMED303 Maintain patient records, and
BSBMED305 Apply the principles of confidentiality, privacy and security within the medical environment.

INFORMATION SESSIONS

To find out more about this course, meet our teachers and receive information about enrolment and next steps, attend an information session.

STUDY COMMITMENT
This is a part time evening, blended course . You will need to attend approximately 3.5 hours of class, over 1 day a week, for 16 weeks. As well as the in-class component, you will need to complete approximately 3 hours of other study per week.

You may also be required to complete approximately 1 hours of additional study each week outside of class hours, including Private study; research; assignment preparation and pre reading.



IS THIS COURSE RIGHT FOR YOU?

This course offering is designed for people who:

• Are seeking to work in an administrative role within the medical environment. Training includes medical terminology, billing (using PracSoft and Medical Director Software), applying the principles of confidentiality in a medical environment, maintaining stock supplies and medical records. The training will provide the participant with the skills and knowledge to undertake work as a Medical Secretary, Medical Receptionist, Medical Typist or Medical Records Clerk.

SERVICES AND STUDY SUPPORT

There are additional learning and study tools available for this course, including:

• Disability support and Learning Literacy and Numeracy support is available where relevant. All students enrolled in this course will have free access to an online learning platform. If you have any questions about this course please email: ME.Businessadministration@tafensw.edu.au

We offer student services and study support to ensure you can achieve your goals. Learn about TAFE NSW Student Services

As a TAFE NSW student in this course, you will have access to:

• LinkedIn Learning (formerly Lynda.com)
• Smarthinking - after hours online study support service
• Easy computing online short courses
• Access to local TAFE libraries
• Accessibility and Disability Support Services
• Access to Read&Write learning support software at TAFE and at home

The way you learn may change during your enrolment to ensure the best learning experience or to keep you safe as COVID-19 restrictions change, and some of our face to face classes may change to online or virtual classroom learning. Also, to ensure that we keep you safe while studying, we may modify our face to face classes to meet physical distancing requirements and increased cleaning on campus. If work placement and the demonstration of practical skills are requirements of your course, there may be a modification or delay in the planned timeframe due to COVID-19 impacts. Be assured, we'll keep you informed every step of the way.

This course is currently scheduled on Thursday from 6.00pm to 9.00pm. This timetable may change and will be confirmed by your teacher.

Enrolling with us is easy, though the exact process does depend on your course and any prerequisites that go with it. Be sure to read all course information carefully to make sure it is the right qualification, location and study type for you. Enrol and pay online via our secure payment gateway to secure your place. As you progress through the enrolment process you will be prompted to provide additional information.

For further information or assistance, call 131 601.

If you are interested in studying as a Trainee please call 131 601 for full details. (only if available as a trainee)

Core Units

Medical Receptionist, Medical accounts, Administration assistant.