Medical Administrative Specialist Program
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Learning Options
Many Eastern College students are pursuing a new career by continuing their education through online learning. Our goal is to ensure our existing and new students continue to work toward their new career and a brighter future.
In New Brunswick, you can learn online with live, scheduled classes, enabling you to learn from anywhere. In Nova Scotia, this program is offered on-campus in Halifax. You can also learn online at your convenience at a set weekly pace with our online self-study option.
Online: Remote Classes
Instructor-led classes on a set schedule, held remotely live on video over the Internet
Duration: 53 Weeks
Internship: 8 Weeks
On-Campus
Instructor-led classes held in-person at one or more of our 4 campuses
Duration: 53 Weeks
Internship: 8 Weeks
Online: Self-Study
Instructor-led classes on a set schedule, held remotely live on video over the Internet.
Duration: 33 Weeks (FT)
Internship: Unavailable
Medical Administrative Specialists play a vital role in doctors’ offices, hospitals, medical clinics and other healthcare settings. They manage the front desk and the office side of a medical practice, ensuring that each patient receives quality care.
With Eastern College’s hands-on Medical Administrative Specialist program, you can get the knowledge and experience you need to pursue a rewarding career in the healthcare sector.
With modular learning, hands-on training, and a 100% employment rate, you will feel prepared and supported to pursue your career goals upon graduation. Contact us today to find out more about professional Medical Administrative Specialist training and start down your path to success.
Financial Aid is available to those who qualify.
Why Become a Medical Administrative Specialist
PURSUE A GROWING CAREER IN CANADA
Medical Administrative Specialists are always needed to fulfill vital tasks in a variety of healthcare centres and clinics. The aging population has strongly increased the need for medical office professionals. If you’re looking for a stable, flexible, and in-demand career in healthcare, becoming a Medical Administrative Specialist is a great option for you.
DO REWARDING WORK
As a Medical Administrative Specialist, you are often the first person to interact with patients. From greeting patients at the front desk to ensuring critical paperwork is properly processed, you have the opportunity to build lasting relationships with regular patients and provide passionate care.
FLEXIBLE SCHEDULES
Medical Administrative Specialists have the opportunity to choose a working schedule that best fits their life. There are full-time 9-to-5 positions at doctors’ offices, and there’s also shift work that can be found in hospitals. Part-time medical administrative positions are typically available as well, ideal for those with other important life commitments.
CHOOSE WHERE YOU WORK
As a skilled Medical Administrative Specialist, you can choose from many different types of healthcare facilities for work. Whether you’re looking to join a smaller, specialized clinic working with patients or want to work in a larger hospital facility, you can be assured that your skills are valued across many healthcare operations.
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What Our Graduates Say
Anthony Waddell
“Great atmosphere and caring staff”
The material that is taught is always hands-on and allows students to stay ahead of the “curve” in their career choice. Great atmosphere and caring staff make for an exceptional vocational college.
Joy
“Great classes, and still so many months to go!”
Wonderful staff, great classes, and still so many months to go! I’m sure they are going to be fantastic. If you’re looking for a school, this one is the best!.
Devon Green
“I was given the tools to be successful”
I am so thankful for the people and the education I received at Eastern College. I was given the tools to be successful and create an income off the education I received. Not only did this school land me the career I have now, I have life long friendships with the people I met here! I highly recommend this school !
Why Study to Become an Medical Administrative Specialist with Eastern College
18-WEEK FIELD PLACEMENT
This Medical Administrative Specialist Diploma program (excluding self-study) includes an 8-week internship at a business or organization within the industry. You’ll enhance your skills, make industry connections, and feel more confident pursuing your career.
286% EMPLOYMENT RATE
If you’re looking for a steady, reliable career, look no further than a career as a Medical Administrative Specialist. Eastern’s Medical Administrative Specialist program has an employment rate of 86%, so you can feel confident knowing that you’ll find related work in the industry**.
3FAST-TRACK TRAINING
You will receive the job-specific skills you need to get into your career within a condensed amount of time, so that you can get to work right away. Get job ready faster!
4ONGOING CAREER SERVICES
Eastern College offers job placement assistance and ongoing Career Services to all of our graduates. Get expert advice on how to nail interviews and take your resume to the next level. You’ll feel prepared to enter your chosen field with our Career Services team on your side.
5HALF-DAY CLASSES
At Eastern, you’ll only put in 4-hour days, so you’ll have the flexibility you need for your busy life. With half-day classes, you can continue to put your energy into what matters most in your life.
6MONTHLY PROGRAM START DATES
At Eastern College, we have programs that start monthly so you never have to wait long to start your learning journey.
7MODULAR LEARNING PLATFORM
When learning at Eastern, you will never feel overwhelmed in your program. You will complete one course at a time, allowing the focus to be on excelling in your studies.
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Becoming a Medical Administrative Specialist
You like helping people, and you’re looking for a career in a field that’s stable and growing. Transform your passion for helping others into a rewarding and fulfilling healthcare career by training to become a Medical Administrative Specialist.
With Eastern College, it’s simple.
Our hands-on Medical Administrative Specialist program prepares you to enter one of the fastest growing industries in Canada.
Let’s Break It Down
You’ll develop skills in four key areas:
- Medical terminology
- Medical office administrative skills
- Medical transcription
- Word processing
Some of the job-focused courses you will take include:
- Medical Office Practice and Assisting
- Medical Machine Transcription
- Anatomy and Terminology
- Business Communications
- Bookkeeping Fundamentals
- Career Planning and Preparation
- And more!
This program is instructed by experienced professionals from the field who know the inner workings of the Medical Office world. You’ll be learning from people who really know the Medical Administration environment and can guide you toward success.
Want to know if this program is right for you? Talk to one of our dedicated Academic Advisors to start moving toward your new career.
Is Medical Administrative Specialist Training Right for You?
If you’re interested in learning more about Medical Administrative Specialist career training at Eastern College, fill out the form. A helpful Career Advisor will assist with everything from career questions to financial aid and help you discover the perfect career path for you.
*Program length when completed in normal time
*Employment Rate based on 2022 contactable Eastern graduates employed in a related field within 12 months.
For immediate questions, give us a call at:
- Fredericton: 506-705-2320
- Saint John: 506-799-4150
- Moncton: 506-804-4427
- Halifax: 902-701-9335
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