Academic Admission Requirements:
Applicants must meet the admission requirements listed below:
Non-Academic Medical Office Practicum Requirements:
Before starting MOAD 2600 Medical Office Practicum, students in this program must satisfy the following criteria:
- Criminal Record Check (CRC) within one year of starting the program and before practicum.
- Immunizations - A current record of immunizations must be provided. Applicants must obtain all immunizations mandated by Health Authorities or Public Health orders before they are permitted to access practicum sites.
All costs/planning related to compliance with mandated requirements in preparation for (and fulfillment of) practicum are the responsibility of the Medical Office Administration (MOA) student.
Graduation Requirements:
- Successful completion of 30.00 credits
- 50% of all coursework (15.00 credits) must be completed at Douglas College
- Minimum of:
- C+ or higher in all credit courses and
- Mastery grade in all courses designated "Mastery".
- In good academic standing.
- Up to 50% (15.00 credits) of coursework used towards a previously received credential can be used to meet graduation requirements (see the Credentials Awarded Policy).
- Time limit to complete the program graduation requirements: 4 years. Any courses completed outside of that time limit will not be usable. Students may seek the permission of the Department/Program to complete a credential outside the approved time limits.
Course Requirements (see note):
| Course Number | Course Title | Credits |
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Medical Office Foundations I |
3.00 |
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Medical Office Practices I |
3.00 |
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Medical Office Applications I |
3.00 |
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Medical Health Conditions I |
3.00 |
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Medical Office Clinical Procedures I |
2.00 |
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Medical Office Foundations II |
3.00 |
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Medical Office Practices II |
3.00 |
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Medical Office Applications II |
3.00 |
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Medical Health Conditions II |
3.00 |
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Medical Office Clinical Procedures II |
2.00 |
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MOAD 2600 |
Medical Office Practicum |
2.00 |
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Total credits |
|
30.00 |
Note: This is a full-time program. Part-time program options are available in consultation with the program coordinator or advisor.
Upon successful completion of the program,students will be able to:
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Communicate effectively (accurately, confidentially, and collaboratively) in a professional environment.
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Demonstrate a breadth of administrative/clinical knowledge, skills, and abilities according to established competencies.
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Perform record/information management and document production skills in various formats, and compliance with applicable legislation.
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Apply critical thinking and organizational skills resulting in optimal patient care and efficient medical office administration.
- Demonstrate ethical and social responsibility in health care practices and procedures, incorporating principles of equity, diversity, and inclusion.