Medical Office Administrator Micro-Credential (MOA-MC) Information

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The Medical Office Assistant Micro-Credential is designed to prepare learners for in-demand specialized skills such as fluency in medical terminology, electronic medical records, data entry, billing, and setting appointments. In addition, learning outcomes will prepare for in-demand common skills such as performing administrative functions, clerical works, transcribing, filing and scheduling.

Upon completion of the NWP Medical Office Administrator Micro-credential learners will be able to:

 

  • Capably execute clinical clerical procedures, such as scheduling appointments and managing workflow

  • Competently perform computer-related skills, like sending emails and writing letters

  • Demonstrate an understanding of Alberta Health Care billing systems, including working knowledge of applicable codes

  • Comprehend medical terminology to effectively communicate and support medical professionals and patients

  • Demonstrate knowledge of business practices and processes surrounding patient records


Courses required for this certificate are as follows:

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Certificate Details


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Classes in this Certificate may be taken in any order.
 

Courses Available for this Certificate

Excel Core Module 1 (MICROM0003) : Mandatory
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Infection Prevention and Control (MOA01) : Mandatory
As a healthcare professional, you are your community’s last line of defense against infection. Learn how you can prevent the spread of infections at your workpl ......(more)
Introduction to Medical Billing (MOA07) : Mandatory
Introduction to Medical Billing exposes learners to insured and uninsured billing in a medical office setting. Topics include provision insurance plans, diagnos ......(more)
Introduction to Medical Terminology (MOA02) : Mandatory
As a newcomer to the medical field, you might be at a loss trying to understand the terminology. No amount of time spent watching daytime medical dramas could h ......(more)
Introduction to Pharmacology (MOA06) : Mandatory
Considering a career in pharmacology? Start here! This flexible 15-hour self-study course will offer an overview of the foundations of pharmacology, from the ......(more)
Introduction to the Medical office Assistant Role (MOA04) : Mandatory
If you are interested in a career as a medical office assistant, this is the place to start! This micro-credential will give you the skills you need to becom ......(more)
Word Core Module 1 (MICROM0007) : Mandatory
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