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| School | Academy of Learning Career College - Nova Scotia | | |
| Location | Various Cities, NS, Canada | | |
| School Type | Career College | | |
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| Degree | Diploma | | |
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| Prerequisites Notes | Admission requirements include a Grade 12 diploma or equivalent or mature student status. In addition, a satisfactory command of the English language and the ability to work with the Integrated Learning™ System are necessary. Additional requirements may also be necessary for certain specialized programs. All applicants must attend an initial interview process and receive a positive recommendation from the Director. Foreign students who are not Canadian citizens must obtain a “Study Permit” from Citizenship and Immigration Canada.
Please contact Academy of Learning for more information. | | |
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| Description | This program provides students with the base knowledge, skills, and work experience to become permanently employable in various medical settings. This program is designed to provide employment-ready, comprehensively trained graduates. Successful graduates will be eligible to achieve the CMAP® – Certified Medical Assisting Professional designation in addition to their diploma. These graduates are fully qualified to work in a hands-on administrative/clinical support capacity in any medical field.
Skill development is delivered in three areas:
1. Comprehensive medical administrative knowledge, which includes medical terminology, anatomy and physiology, pharmacology, hospital and medical office administrative and clinical procedures.
2. A full range of computer and office skills, including current software applications, keyboarding skills of 55 wpm, general office management, accounting, personal and professional development, and customer service.
3. On-site work experience through participation in a one-month clinical externship at an approved healthcare training facility.
Not all programs are offered at each location. | | |
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