Medical Office Assistant

A 'Successful' interview with school administration is required of all applicants. Standard Admission. Students must meet ONE of the following criteria: 1.. Alberta high school diploma, verified by transcript, or non-Alberta equivalent. - High School diplomas that are not from Canada must be verified by IQAS or the World Education Services Gateway Program. OR 2. Successful completion of the General Equivalency Diploma (G.E.D) Mature Admission. Students must meet the following criteria: 1. Be 18 years or older 2. Must complete an academic achievement test to demonstrate required competency-Wonderlic (minimum passing mark 18).. English Language Admission Requirement Students must meet the English language requirements through ONE of the following: 1. Successful Completion of Grade 12 Alberta Education English Language Arts, or non-Alberta equivalent. (High School diplomas that are not from Canada will be verified by IQAS or the World Education Services Gateway Program.) 2. Transcripts demonstrating the successful completion of, at minimum, one year (two semesters) of full-time post-secondary education at a school where English was the primary language of instruction in a recognized nation where English is the primary language of instruction. 3. Students whose primary language is not English must have a C.L.B. level of 7. The following tests will be used to test C.L.B. levels. * IELTS- 6 * TOEFL - Internet-based test score 70 * CELPIP - 7 * CAEL - 60 * Pearson Academic (P.T.E.) - 51-58 * Duolingo - 95 Practicum/Capstone Project: 1. Successful completion of coursework: Before beginning their practicum/capstone, students typically need to have successfully completed relevant coursework, which often covers medical terminology, administrative procedures, billing, and more. 2. Health clearances: This might include vaccinations, TB tests, and other health screenings. 3. Criminal background check: Many medical facilities require a clear criminal record or at least a review of any criminal history. 4. Duration: The length of the practicum is 4 weeks and covers 150 hours. 5. Evaluation: At the end of the practicum, the student's performance is evaluated, often based on criteria like professionalism, skill competency, and interactions with patients and staff. 6. Final Assessment: At the conclusion of the practicum, there may be an assessment or interview to evaluate the student's understanding and application of their learning.