Certificate:Medical Office Assistant Diploma (Fall 2023)
MEDICAL OFFICE ASSISTANT DIPLOMA PROGRAM
At present there is a tremendous increase in demand for Health Care Professionals throughout British Columbia as skilled workers in this sector are retiring.
This program teaches students the knowledge and skills required in the areas of anatomy, medical terminology, pharmacology, and, medical front office procedures, such as billing functions which are required to be successful in an entry level position as a MOA.
Work in medical offices (Physician’s offices, private clinics, hospital departments, etc.) supporting Doctors with administrative tasks such as booking and confirming patient appointments, performing billing procedures, medical transcription and clerical duties, maintaining confidentiality, etc.
Prerequisites:
Grade 12 or related experience & training
Basic knowledge of MS Windows
Basic keyboarding
Grade 10 English, Foundations English 7 or equivalent
Course Requirements:
90% attendance
70% grade average
Successfully complete MOA Diploma courses & requirements
Provide proof of immunizations & a negative TB test prior to practicum as required by practicum sites
Acquire mandatory seasonal flu shot
Complete a current Criminal Record Check as required by employers
3 weeks full time practicum during business hours.
Basic supplies will be the student’s responsibility. (Binders, tabs, pens, pencils, USB drive etc.)
The following textbooks are required in class. There will be the option to add new or used textbooks to your cart depending on your preferences. See our BCJS Textbook Refund Policy for more information about our Used Textbook buy back program.
Textbooks:
Employment Preparation Manual
The Language of Medicine 12th Edition
Introduction to Microsoft Office 365: Manual
Stress Management Manual
Inclusion: Diversity, The New Workplace & The Will To Change
Administrative & Clinical Procedures
Note: For some of the textbooks you have the option to purchase used copies at a reduced price. Please contact our office to inquire.
*Students may now claim Business, Careers & Job Skills course tuition expenses as Education deductions. Please ask your Accountant for more Information**
Key Details
Tuition: $4,199.00
Schedule Information
Class Name (Course #/Class ID) |
Location |
Start Date |
Class Schedule |
BCJS Practicums- MOA (Fall 2023) (5100023 /7826)
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Millside Centre
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11/27/2023
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Weekly - Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri 9:00 AM - 3:30 PM; 15 sessions starting 11/27/2023, ending 12/15/2023
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Computer Essentials for the Medical Office Assistant (5300009 /5706)
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Millside Centre
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09/25/2023
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Weekly - Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri 12:30 PM - 3:30 PM; 9 sessions starting 9/25/2023, ending 10/6/2023 ; Class Skip Dates : (No class on 10/2/2023)
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Diploma Program Welcome MOA Fall 2023 (5100022 /5704)
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Millside Centre
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09/25/2023
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Weekly - Mon 8:30 AM - 8:55 AM; starting 9/25/2023, ending 9/25/2023
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Diversity & Inclusion (5350017 /5709)
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Millside Centre
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10/16/2023
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Weekly - Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri 12:30 PM - 3:30 PM; 5 sessions starting 10/16/2023, ending 10/20/2023
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Employment Preparation for Medical Office Assistants (5100009 /5708)
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Millside Centre
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10/10/2023
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Weekly - Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri 12:30 PM - 3:30 PM; 4 sessions starting 10/10/2023, ending 10/13/2023
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Keyboarding Speed Test (5300010 /5714)
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Millside Centre
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11/22/2023
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Weekly - Wed 8:30 AM - 8:55 AM; starting 11/22/2023, ending 11/22/2023
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Keyboarding: MOA (5300010 /5705)
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Millside Centre
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09/25/2023
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Weekly - Mon 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM; starting 9/25/2023, ending 9/25/2023
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Medical Office Procedures & Clinical Practice including Billing & EMR (5350002 /5712)
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Millside Centre
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10/24/2023
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Weekly - Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Mon 12:30 PM - 3:30 PM; 21 sessions starting 10/24/2023, ending 11/22/2023 & Weekly - Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM; 17 sessions starting 10/30/2023, ending 11/22/2023 ; Class Skip Dates : (No class on 11/13/2023)
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Medical Pharmacology (5350003 /5713)
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Millside Centre
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10/25/2023
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Daily - Wed,Thu,Fri 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM; 3 sessions starting 10/25/2023, ending 10/27/2023
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Medical Terminology & Anatomy (5350005 /5707)
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Millside Centre
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09/26/2023
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Weekly - Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Mon 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM; 17 sessions starting 9/26/2023, ending 10/20/2023 ; Class Skip Dates : (No class on 10/2/2023, 10/9/2023)
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Standard First Aid with CPR level C and AED (Blended) (5350016 /5715)
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CE Online, Millside Centre
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11/23/2023
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Weekly - Thu 9:00 AM - 3:30 PM; starting 11/23/2023, ending 11/23/2023 & Weekly - Fri 8:00 AM - 3:30 PM; starting 11/24/2023, ending 11/24/2023 (New lessons are released None specified)
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Stress Management for Medical Office Assistants (5900005 /5710)
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Millside Centre
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10/23/2023
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Daily - Mon,Tue 9:30 AM - 12:00 PM; 2 sessions starting 10/23/2023, ending 10/24/2023
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WHMIS 2015 (5250003 /5711)
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Millside Centre
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10/23/2023
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Weekly - Mon 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM; starting 10/23/2023, ending 10/23/2023
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