Certificate III in Business Administration (Medical)
- National Course Code: BSB31115
- TAFE NSW code: BSB31115-01V03-20BEL-061
Location – Belmont
Study Type
PT Evening
Course Start Date
Anytime
Study Commitment
14.7 Hours per week
Duration
36 Weeks
- Nationally Recognised Training
- Traineeship Allowed
- This training is subsidised by the NSW Government
Course Details
Complete the nationally accredited Certificate III in Business Administration (Medical) to specialise your administration career as a medical Receptionist, clinic administrator, nursing administrator, medical records officer. Work in medical and allied health practices, private surgeries and hospitals.
LEARN NEW SKILLS
Through theory and practical course work, you will build skills in:
- Working in a medical environment
- A medical software program called Pracsoft
- Managing competing priorities
- Creating spreadsheets and managing documents
- Touch typing and keyboard skills
- Supporting a team in an office environment
DEVELOP YOUR TALENT
Develop the personal qualities that will help you get ahead in this field:
- Build your confidence in engaging with colleagues and patients
- Switch on your drive and self-motivation
- Work collaboratively and independently
- Develop your written and verbal communication style
ACHIEVE YOUR GOALS
Completing this course will provide you with:
- A nationally recognised qualification at Certificate III level
- Skills that can be used in any industry
- A strong foundation to continue your studies
Career opportunities:
- Medical Receptionist
- Clinic administrator
- Nursing administrator
- Medical Records Officer
GROW YOUR CAREER
Take your studies further with:
- Certificate IV in Business Administration
- Diploma of Business Administration
- Certificate IV in Business
- Diploma of Business
- Diploma of Practice Management
- Bachelor of Business with TAFE NSW Degrees
INDUSTRY DEMAND
Administrative assistants and support workers are employed in practically every industry, including schools, hospitals, government agencies, legal offices, digital and media agencies and more. This is a career choice with endless opportunities for employment and professional growth.
When you study with TAFE NSW, we want you to succeed. Entry requirements allow us to make sure that you have the right pre-existing knowledge and skills to achieve your chosen qualification. You will need to provide evidence that you meet the requirements listed in this section.
TRAINING PACKAGE REQUIREMENTS
There are no entry requirements for this qualification.
TAFE NSW REQUIREMENTS
There are no TAFE NSW entry requirements for this qualification.
LICENSING REQUIREMENTS
No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this qualification.
WORK PLACEMENT
There is no work placement requirement for this qualification.
BE PREPARED
To be prepared for this course, it is recommended that you have:
- Some experience with different computer software programs, like Microsoft Word
- Typing skills
- Experience in an office environment
- A good understanding of workplace expectations and practices
- Communication and collaboration skills and want to develop these further
If you need support in preparation for study, contact us about your options.
You may also consider the Certificate II in Business which will give you the skills you need to complete the Certificate III in Business Administration (Medical).
INFORMATION SESSIONS
There are no information sessions currently scheduled for this course.
STUDY COMMITMENT
This is a part time flexible course. You will need to attend approximately 9.9 hours of class, over 3 nights a week, for 36 weeks. As well as the in-class component, you will need to complete approximately 4.8 hours of other study per week.
You may also be required to complete approximately 3.4 hours of additional study each week outside of class hours including keyboarding practice and specific task reinforcement (mail merge, absolute referencing, PowerPoint features, etc.).
You will need to attend face to face medical classes on a Wednesday, for 6 months only. You can complete the remaining units flexibly in evening classes which are offered on Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday evenings.
IS THIS COURSE RIGHT FOR YOU?
This course offering is designed for people who:
- are career starters who need to learn hands-on medical administration, computing and customer service/communication skills, in order to gain employment in a medical administration support role, or would like to go on to study either business administration or medical practice management at higher levels
- have some basic administration, communication and computing skills, gained either as a result of life experience in an increasingly technology-savvy world and need to be able to interact using these technologies as part of day-to-day life
- have completed Certificate II in Business
SERVICES AND STUDY SUPPORT
There are additional learning and study tools available for this course, including:
- Disability services
- Multicultural services
- Library services
- Pathways and career counselling
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)
- Studiosity - online access to a real life tutor
- 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
This course is currently scheduled on Tuesday and Thursday from 5.30pm to 8.30pm, and Wednesday from 9.00am to 4.30pm. You can also attend day classes on Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday from 9.00am to 3.30pm.
SMART AND SKILLED FEES
This course is government-subsidised, meaning you pay a portion of the full course fee to TAFE NSW and the NSW Government will pay the balance. However, you must meet certain eligibility criteria for this to apply.
Depending on your previous qualifications and experience, your fee may be less than the maximum fee quoted. Your actual fee and eligibility for concession/exemption will be calculated and confirmed during the enrolment process. Payment plans are available through TAFE NSW for Smart and Skilled eligible qualifications.
For further information about eligibility and explanations of the different fee categories, visit Are You Eligible?
ADDITIONAL RESOURCES
You will need to provide for yourself the following resources which you will keep when you complete your study:
- USB stick, earphones, folder, notebook and pen: $20
READ BEFORE YOU ENROL
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RECOGNITION
Recognition is a process of acknowledging previously completed qualifications, skills, knowledge or experience relevant to your course. This may reduce the amount of learning required, reduce your course fees and allow you to achieve your qualification faster.
Learn about Recognition at TAFE NSW Recognition
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
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Core Units
| Number | Title |
|---|---|
| BSBWHS201 | Contribute to health and safety of self and others |
| BSBITU307 | Develop keyboarding speed and accuracy |
Elective Units
| Number | Title |
|---|---|
| BSBMED305 | Apply the principles of confidentiality, privacy and security within the medical environment |
| BSBMED304 | Assist in controlling stocks and supplies |
| BSBCUS301 | Deliver and monitor a service to customers |
| BSBITU306 | Design and produce business documents |
| BSBITU313 | Design and produce digital text documents |
| BSBMED301 | Interpret and apply medical terminology appropriately |
| BSBMED303 | Maintain patient records |
| BSBADM307 | Organise schedules |
| BSBMED302 | Prepare and process medical accounts |
| BSBDIV301 | Work effectively with diversity |
| BSBWRT301 | Write simple documents |
Whether you're a school leaver, an aspiring apprentice, looking to kickstart a career, or you're upskilling, reskilling, or re-training, there's a TAFE NSW course to give you the skills you need for the job you want.
Course Location
Belmont
647 Pacific Highway, Belmont
Phone 131 601
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