Medical Administration Level 5

Overview

This is a two year part time course leading to a Level 5 QQI Award in Office Administration.
This course provides learners with a comprehensive knowledge in medical terminology and legal practice. It equips learners with a high standard of administrative, business, legal, medical and IT skills for the modern office.

Learners are introduced to the world of legal and medical practice. Legal studies enables learners to get an overview of legal principles and procedures. Medical Terminology provides learners with the theoretical knowledge and practical skills required to pursue an administrative career in healthcare or related fields.

This programme enables the learner to acquire the knowledge, skill and competence to work independently and under supervision providing administration services and support in a range of office administration contexts and or to progress to higher education and training.

Modules

• Information and Administration

• Text Production

• Database Methods

• Work Experience

• Communications

• Word Processing

• Medical Terminology

• Anatomy and Physiology

*Modules subject to change

Entry Requirements

• Leaving Certificate or equivalent

• Leaving Certificate Applied with a Merit profile

• Mature Applicants – Experience will be considered in lieu of formal qualifications

Career Opportunities

• Medical Administration – Hospitals / Medical Practices

• Public/Private Sector Administration / IT