Certificate III in Business Administration (Medical)
- National Course Code: BSB31115
- TAFE NSW code: BSB31115-01V03-21YAM-013
Location – Yamba
Study Type
PTE Connected
Course Start Date
08 Feb 2021
Study Commitment
14.6 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.
This course is superseded. You can still enrol in this course, and you will be contacted if you need to transition into the next version when it is available.
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
TAFE NSW offers the Certificate III in Business Administration (Medical) as either a traineeship or non-traineeship, so you can create the career you want.
Non-traineeship
There are no entry requirements for non-trainees. You can enrol in this course now.
Traineeship
To be eligible for this course you must:
- Be in relevant employment as this course is delivered in the workplace
- Have a signed traineeship contract
Thinking about a traineeship? Enquire today.
IS THIS COURSE RIGHT FOR YOU?
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 a desire to develop these further
If you need help preparing for study, contact us about your options.
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS
With 130 locations across the state, TAFE NSW tailors qualifications to meet the needs of the local community and specific student groups (like apprentices, fast-tracked and online students). To make sure this course is the right fit for you, we will need you to demonstrate that you can meet the additional requirements below.
To be enrolled in this course, it is recommended you have:
- a Certificate II in Business qualification, or equivalent skills and knowledge
If you are not working in the medical field, and/or have no previous experience in the Microsoft Office suite, it is recommended that you complete the Certificate III in Business Administration qualification first.
The flexible learning environment, is best suited to existing workers, already working in this field.
To successfully complete this course, you will need:
- Language, Literacy and Numeracy (LLN) skills as defined in the Australian Core Skills Framework (ACSF). If you haven't studied at this level or above before, you may be required to undertake an assessment of your LLN skills, so that we can better understand your academic capabilities and identify areas where you may need support. If you do not meet these requirements, a teacher will discuss alternative options or support services available to help you achieve your study goals
To register for an information session, head to tafensw.edu.au/infofest. Students who cannot attend the Information Session please make an online enquiry or contact us on 131 601 for more information about the course!
INFORMATION SESSIONS
To find out more about this course, meet our teachers and receive information about enrolment and next steps, attend an information session.
| Date | Time | Location |
|---|---|---|
| Monday, 7 December 2020 | 10.30am to 11.30am | |
| Friday, 11 December 2020 | 4.00pm to 5.00pm | |
| Monday, 18 January 2021 | 10.30am to 11.30am | |
| Friday, 22 January 2021 | 4.00pm to 5.00pm |
An online information session will be conducted. Please contact TAFE NSW on 131 601, and ask to speak to the relevant teaching section, to receive a Microsoft Teams link via email to participate.
STUDY COMMITMENT
This is a part time evening, connected learning course. You will need to attend approximately 8 hours of class, over 2 days a week, for 36 weeks. As well as the in-class component, you will need to complete approximately 6.6 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. You will be able to access links to online videos, tutorials, and professional articles and reading materials, for your self-paced, unstructured learning, independent study, revision, or skills practice.
The Teacher will be delivering this course via connected delivery to the Yamba Connected Learning Centre, Murwillumbah Connected Learning Centre, and Grafton Campus.
IS THIS COURSE RIGHT FOR YOU?
This course offering is designed for people who:
- want to work as a Medical Secretary, Clinical Coding Clerk, Medical Records Officer, or Medical Receptionist
SERVICES AND STUDY SUPPORT
There are additional learning and study tools available for this course, including:
- Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Student Support and Services
- Personal Counselling
- Vocational Counselling
- Learning Support
- International Student Support
- Scholarships
- Multicultural Support
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
To keep you safe while studying, some of our face to face classes may be replaced with online or connected learning. We have also modified our face to face classes to meet physical distancing requirements and increased cleaning on campus. As restrictions ease, the way you attend your class may change again. If work placement and the demonstration of practical skills are requirements of your course, due to the impacts of COVID-19 there may be a delay or modification in being able to undertake these aspects of your course in the planned timeframe. Be assured, we'll keep you informed every step of the way.
This course is currently scheduled at TAFE NSW Yamba Connected Learning Centre, on Monday and Wednesday, from 4.30pm to 8.30pm. This timetable may change and will be confirmed by your teacher.
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:
- general stationery, (ie, pen, pencil, eraser, highlighters, and stapler)
- an A4 ring binder/dividers, and plastic sleeves for handouts
- headphones
- a USB storage device, or access to a cloud storage account, will also be required
READ BEFORE YOU ENROL
Learn about TAFE NSW Fees
Learn about TAFE NSW Payment/Funding
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.
Find out more about Applying and Enrolling
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.
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Yamba
24 Treelands Drive,
Yamba
Phone
131 601
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