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Office Administration - Medical Secretary

PLC Post Leaving Cert
5M1997

The aim of this programme is to enable the learner to acquire the knowledge, skill and competence to work independently and under supervision providing administration services and support in a range of office administration contexts and/or to progress to higher education and training.

Award Name Level 5 Certificate (Level 5 NFQ)
NFQ Classification Major
Awarding Body QQI
NFQ Level Level 5 NFQ
Award Name NFQ Classification Awarding Body NFQ Level
Level 5 Certificate (Level 5 NFQ) Major QQI Level 5 NFQ
Alternate Provider:
Location:
Ennis
Attendance Options:
Full time, Morning, Daytime
Apply to:
Course provider

Duration

36 weeks
Monday to Friday mornings only

Entry Requirements

Education: NFQ Level 4 or equivalent when accessing a Level 5 programme. CERFL proficiency at B2 for access to Level 5 courses for those whose first language is not English Mature learner entry requirements available via the local ETB pathway Additional requirements may apply to non-EU/EEA Applicants and may be subject to full international fees (Please refer to Information for International Learners) *Each provider may have additional requirements, not outlined above.

Aptitude: Applicants must have a motivation to learn, an interest in the subject and the ability to acquire the knowledge, skills and competencies set out in the course.

Previous Experience: Applicants must be able to demonstrate a moderate range of knowledge, skills and competencies relevant to the course, be able to work with responsibility and demonstrate the ability to work on their own initiative.

Careers / Further progression

Employability Statement
The successful completion of the QQI Level 5 award in Office Administration will enable applicants to work independently and under supervision providing administration services and support in a range of office administration contexts in a modern office environment.

QQI FET Links to CAO Courses

Course Web Page

Further information

The registration fee is payable (without exemption) and the exam fee may be payable (exemption for medical card).

PLC applicants may be eligible for Back to Education or Susi Grant.

Applications will be taken online through the FETCH system www.fetchcourses.ie

Links can be accessed through https://learningandskills.ie/ennis-campus/

Complete the online application form including an email address and we will contact you.

Applicants may be eligible for Back to Education or Susi Grant.

Learning Outcomes
On completion of this programme learners will have the knowledge, skills and competencies to work independently and under supervision providing administration services and support in a range of office administration contexts. Learners also have the option to progress to higher education and training.

COURSE CONTENT

Work Experience (5N1356) QQI
Communications Level 5 (5N0690) QQI
Audio Transcription (5N1549) QQI
Bookkeeping Manual And Computerised (5N1354) QQI
Payroll Manual & Computerised (5N1546) QQI
Text Production (5N1422) QQI
Information & Administration (5N1389) QQI
Medical Terminology (5N2428) QQI
Word Processing (5N1358) QQI

Development of Key Skills

5M1997 - Office Administration

Contact
Marie O'Callaghan
065-6824819
marie.ocallaghan@lcetb.ie

Alternate Provider:
Location:
Ennis
Attendance Options:
Full time, Morning, Daytime
Apply to:
Course provider