Medical Secretary
This course has been designed, and the modules carefully selected, through consultation with our Programme Design Team and our Clients, to give you the knowledge and skills to apply for work in a medical office environment.
| 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 |
Duration
Classroom-directed hours:
Directed delivery is where qualified teacher/trainer delivers the content of the programme directly to the learner. It includes class contact, direct online contact, assessment and laboratory time. It can also include work-based direction.
Self-directed learning hours:
Self-directed delivery means learning that is learner-led. It includes practise time, work experience, preparation, study time and reflection time. While a certain amount of self-directed learning activity is desirable, it must take into consideration the level of the award being offered and Learning-to-learn indicators for learners at that level and for the specific vocational area.
Duration of modules: each module may vary in duration and non-IT modules may consist of 5 x training days or 10 x half day/evening classes, plus self-directed learning hours, as above.
Entry Requirements
Learners who have a Level 4 Certification and a basic computer skills qualification and/or life/work experience at that level or higher. Learners who have no qualification at this level will be assessed as to their level of knowledge and skills, and advised on QQI modules at Level 4 before embarking on the QQI 5M2468 Business Administration Award. If may be agreed that the Learner will benefit from completing this award from examination of their experiential learning to date.
• Good numeracy and literacy skills required.
• Problem solving skills and time management skills will be required.
• Willingness to work as part of a group, and in using own initiative.
• Attendance to all classes and good time keeping ability
• Undertake and complete all assignments/assessments given to Learner.
• Complete the work experience requirement included in this Award.
• Ability to take responsibility for own self-directed learning through practice/study time, small group discussions outside of class time.
• Access to internet and PC is a requirement.
Careers / Further progression
Progression Paths:
This Major Award may lead to entry-level College degrees - contact Lir Director of Training for information or go to the CAO website for more information.
Further information
Please contact provider for next start date.
€1,600
Pay Installment: 5 Payments of €330 per month
How do I book my course?
First of all, contact Lir Reception (044) 9342754 before you book. This way you will get an opportunity to speak with a Training Professional to discuss your options and to make sure that this module is the best one for you.
To register, fill out our Lir Registration Form - please see Application Weblink above.
You will have been given an Access Code for this form. Once registered we set you up with a Lir Microsoft email address which gives you access to Microsoft 365 software, at no extra cost to you. From there we send you access details on how to access your course so you can avail of the 'Live' Tutor scheduled Online Classes, Learner Supports and give you access to the Lir eLearning Hub.
Lir Medical Secretary/Admin Course
(part of our NEW Lir Train and Place Programme)
(Leading to a QQI 5M2468 Business Administration Major Award - Level 5)
Complete this Major Award on a 2 Phase x 4 (or more) modular basis.
Phase 1: 4 modules towards a practical office position qualification ( 4 modules, 60 credits) or standalone certification.
This course has been designed, and the modules carefully selected, through consultation with our Programme Design Team and our Clients, to give you the knowledge and skills to apply for work in a medical office environment.
Programme profile:
The overall aim of this Programme is to provide you, the learner, with the opportunity to enable you to acquire the knowledge, skills and competence to work both independently and/or under supervision in an administrative role in a range of business environments and to progress further to an equal or higher level on the National Framework of Qualifications.
This programme is based on learning objectives stated in the Major Award and on over 30 years training experience with both individual learners, community-based group, and companies including multi-national companies. We offer both accredited and non-accredited training.
Lir Business Services & Training Centre also offers other business services such as printing and recruitment services to individuals and to client companies.
This is a part-time or full-time programme based on a 1200-hour typical learner effort, comprising of both directed and self-directed learning. On successful completion of 8 modules (including mandatory and elective modules) you will gain 120 credits for the QQI Business Administration Major Award 5M2468. You have the option or registering on our Lir ‘Train and Place’ Programme where we select a number of learners who are completing this Major Award, and we actively look, in conjunction with yourself, for suitable positions in a business/office environment. If you are completing this Major Award on evenings and Saturdays, this also gives you the option to work during the day or to keep your present position.
We discuss options with you before embarking on this Award, to ascertain your needs and advise on the best options for you in going forward.
Objectives:
The overall aim of this programme is to enable you to gain knowledge, skill and competence in a range of business administrative areas; in the practical and efficient use of standard computer applications software, procedures and documentation with a view to gaining employment or improving job prospects in this area. Emphasis is placed on making sure you are job-ready after completing the Major Award.
Here are some of the objectives:
• To gain the skills, knowledge and competencies necessary within the core subject areas, including theoretical and practical elements, within the Business Administration Programme.
• To give you practical advice on modern, day to day business administration practices in an office environment.
• To facilitate you to take also responsibility for your own learning, through support from our Tutors and through self-directed learning outside of classroom time.
• To gain up-to-date IT skills for a business administration/office environment.
• To think critically and to reflect on your learning experiences.
• To give you the confidence to progress further to other modules or to another Level on the N.F.Q.
The modules form part of a QQI 5M2468 Business Administration Award, where other modules can be added to later to achieve a full Major Award. However, each module covered is focused on the Medical Office environment and documentation involved. If you have already completed some of the modules included in this package course, it was probably a general word processing or spreadsheets or reception module that you achieved, with no particular reference to medical texts, terminology, documentation or procedures. The aim of this course is to have you concentrating on being 'job ready' for a medical reception/office environment. You can also complete 5N2428 Medical Terminology module only.
How to choose your QQI 5M2468 Business Administration Major Award:
You need 8 x modules (15 credits each) 120 credits: start counting ...
• Mandatory:
• 5N1610 Business Administration Skills (Mandatory)
• 5N1354 Bookkeeping (Manual & Computerised) (Mandatory)
• 5N1356 Work Experience (Mandatory)
Choose 1 Module:
• 5N1358 Word Processing
• 5N1422 Text Production
• Choose 1 or 2 modules:
• 5N0690 Communications
• 5N0972 Customer Service
Remaining Modules:
• 5N0783 Database Methods
• 5N1389 Information and Administration
• 5N1546 Payroll (Manual and Computerised)
• 5N1977 Spreadsheet Methods
• 5N1358 Word Processing (if not chosen above)
• 5N1422 Text Production (if not chosen above)
Remaining credits: max 30 credits at Level 5, or max 15 credits at Level 6 (if not chosen above):
• 5N0783 Database Methods
• 5N1364 Digital Marketing
• 5N1389 Information and Administration
• 5N0765 Intercultural Studies
• 5N2428 Medical Terminology
• 5N1546 Payroll (Manual and Computerised)
• 5N1407 Reception and Frontline Office Skills
• 5N3113 Research and Study Skills
• 5N1977 Spreadsheet Methods
• 5N1358 Word Processing (if not chosen above)
• 5N1422 Text Production (if not chosen above)
• Check the 6M4985 Business Major modules (max, 1 module)
If you are completing the 5M2468 Business Administration Award, then you have to complete 5N1610 Business Administration Skills (worth 15 credits) as it is a Mandatory module. Otherwise, just complete any of these modules as QQI Certified Standalone Component Certificates. Remember, you do not have to complete these modules in this order.
5M2468 - Business Administration
Tel: 044 934 2754
Email: training@lirbusinesscentre.com