Full time Medical Secretaries Programme Level 2
Vocational qualification
In Doncaster
Description
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Type
Vocational qualification
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Location
Doncaster
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Duration
1 Year
The course includes a wide variety of medical topics. A work placement opportunity offers the chance to utilise your knowledge and skills in a practical environment.
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About this course
4 GCSEs grade D and above including English at Grade C
For equivalent qualifications see the Entry Requirements Explained page
All applicants must complete an initial assessment in Maths and English and attend an interview
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Course programme
Medical Secretaries Programme Level 2Duration
One Year full time
Attendance
You are expected to be available to attend college Monday to Thursday 9am to 5.30pm and Friday 9am to 4.30pm.
Course Description
The course includes a wide variety of medical topics. A work placement opportunity offers the chance to utilise your knowledge and skills in a practical environment.
Course Structure
The programme consists of 2 main qualifications:
- City & Guilds L2 Certificate in Medical Administration and
- L1 and L2 Text Processing units
- Employment Skills and key skills as appropriate.
Course Assessment
- The Medical Administration qualification consists of 4 units.
- 2 units are assessed by means of externally set and marked written tests and
- 2 units are assessed by means of externally set and internally marked assignments.
- The Text Processing units are assessed by means of externally set and marked time constrained examinations.
You need to be prepared to spend some time out of College on assignments and research.
Course Entry Requirements
- 4 GCSEs grade D and above including English at Grade C
- For equivalent qualifications see the Entry Requirements Explained page
- All applicants must complete an initial assessment in Maths and English and attend an interview
Course Costs
There are no course fees if you are under 19 years old on 31 August 2010. However, you may have to pay for textbooks, personal kits, uniforms, trips and personal stationery. You will be informed of these at your interview.
Course Enrichment
Activities such as trips and visits will be arranged, which are beneficial to this course and your learning. These activities are optional and additional fees will be charged to you. Details will be provided at the time of interview.
Course Progression
OCR National Diploma in Business
Advanced Apprenticeship in Business Administration
Course Career Prospects
There is a constant demand for suitably qualified medical receptionists and secretaries both locally and nationally. Close liaison with employers ensures that students are kept well informed of changes and opportunities that may arise.- If you are unsure about your career progression please contact the Careers Team.
Full time Medical Secretaries Programme Level 2