Build the clinical vocabulary and front-desk skills to work confidently in a medical practice. Study 100% online, self-paced, in around 160 hours.
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Upon successfully completing the course, students are awarded a Certificate of Achievement from The Career Academy, accredited by ICOES and the CPD Standards Office.
Unlimited access to tutor support via phone and email during business hours throughout the course.
Study completely online at your own pace, with 6 months access and approximately 160 hours of content. No fixed class times.
Instant access to Career Centre upon enrolment, including latest job opportunities, CV templates, a free personalised CV review, job tips, and interview preparation.
Receive a free virtual Student ID card giving access to over 150,000 discounts in New Zealand and around the world including food, entertainment, and travel.
Verify your qualification from The Career Academy with SEEK Pass upon completion to share on SEEK and stand out to employers.
Access to resources from industry-recognised institutions like MedTech and ICOES, and connect with medical professionals and employers through support services and networking opportunities.
As a MedTech Partner, The Career Academy provides students with access to MedTech healthcare software, updated course content, and the latest MedTech functions, tips and tricks.
Additional certification issued alongside the course.
Practical, job-relevant skills for these roles. As a professional development course, it builds capability in this field rather than guaranteeing a specific role or salary.
No specific job, salary or outcome is guaranteed.
The modules that make up the course, as published by the provider.
Payment Plan - $29 per week. No deposit, no credit check. 10-day money back guarantee.
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There are no formal academic entry requirements listed for this course. It suits people new to medical administration as well as those already working in a reception role who want to formalise their skills. Submit an enquiry to confirm any current prerequisites.
A weekly payment plan may be available for this course. Submit a Get Course enquiry to confirm current pricing and any payment options.
Students have 6 months of access to complete the course. The content is approximately 160 hours in total. Because study is fully self-paced, you can move faster or slower depending on your schedule.
The course is 100% online and self-paced with no fixed class times. Students have unlimited access to tutor support by phone and email during business hours throughout their enrolment. The Career Academy NZ also provides access to a Career Centre with CV templates, a personalised CV review, and interview preparation resources.
This course does not include a work placement. Practical skills are developed through the online course content, including hands-on access to MedTech healthcare software. Submit an enquiry if you have questions about how this prepares students for real clinic environments.
The course carries endorsement from ICOES (International Council for Open and Distance Education Standards) and the CPD Standards Office, and graduates receive a Certificate of Achievement verifiable through SEEK Pass. It is not a government-accredited or New Zealand Qualifications Framework (NZQF) qualification. The ICOES accreditation and CPD endorsement are recognised by employers and professional development bodies as evidence of quality training.
This course covers the medical terminology, reception workflows, and patient communication skills used daily in clinics, general practices, and health centres. Students learn how appointments are managed, records are handled, and healthcare software is used in a real front-desk environment.
Delivered by The Career Academy NZ, the course is completed entirely online and self-paced, with 6 months of access and approximately 160 hours of content. There are no fixed class times, making it practical for people fitting study around work or family commitments.
Students gain hands-on familiarity with MedTech healthcare software, one of the most widely used practice management systems in New Zealand. On completion, graduates receive an ICOES-accredited and CPD Standards Office-endorsed Certificate of Achievement, verifiable through SEEK Pass.
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