This certificate program prepares graduates to manage information and administrative workflows in a fast-paced health care setting. Learners acquire knowledge and skills in health care fundamentals, health organizations, medical terminology, digital literacy, office administration, unit coordination, medical orders, health billing, health information systems, clinical skills, and communication strategies.
This is a one-year (two term) certificate program. A standard course load is five courses per term. Students can maintain full time status with at least three courses. Taking less than five courses per term will take longer to complete the program.
The Medical Office Assistant and Unit Clerk program is accredited with the Canadian College of Health Information Management. This program meets the quality and educational program standards set out for the Health Information-Certified Associate (HICA) certification. Graduates of the Medical Office Assistant and Unit Clerk Certificate are eligible to write the Health Information-Certified Associate (HICA) National Certification Exam (NCE) and can begin their career as a certified health information professional.
Bow Valley College is a proud partner of the Canadian College of Health Information Management (College). The College is a national, not-for-profit corporation that sets the accreditation standards for educational institutions and certification standards for health information professionals in Canada.
Looking for a flexible Medical Office Assistant and Unit Clerk program? Our flexible learning options are designed to accommodate your needs and fit your lifestyle.
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Program availability and start dates are subject to change. Admission is based on first applied, first qualified.
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Successful completion of the General Educational Development (GED) test that consists of five tests with a minimum score in the following sections:
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If English is not your first language, please review the English language proficiency requirements.
Missing a required admission criteria? Complete academic upgrading before applying.
If you studied outside of Alberta, you can see which of your courses is equivalent to an admission requirement.
International Students:
Check whether your previous studies completed outside Canada meet the admission requirements using our country-specific document list found in step 2.
If you live in the service area surrounding Calgary and want to take a course, visit our Regional Stewardship page.
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Not all delivery modes are available for all courses or programs, and not all courses are available each term. Students should follow up on their individual program areas or their MyBVC for information for courses delivery types and availability.
Delivery modes, descriptions, and availability of courses each term are subject to change.
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