QQI Medical Secretary Course in Bunbeg/Derrybeg

Are you hoping to develop a career as a Medical Secretary? Our Certified Medical Secretary course is designed for learners who wish to gain a recognised qualification as a medical secretary to enable them to begin work in a new role.

QQI Medical Secretary is one of the most sought after qualifications in Ireland.

92.2% Of Our Attendees Pass First Time

Our Learners Get Jobs They Love

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Full Course Outline

What's Inside the Brochure: Course Format; Trainer Profiles; Member Testimonials; Full 2024 Timetable & Fee.

Job Opportunities & Salary Survey

The course is run in a number of different locations in Bunbeg/Derrybeg

Career Opportunities

With time and experience, medical secretaries can become office managers, senior secretaries, medical office managers and much more.

Why choose this Certified Medical Secretary course?

The healthcare industry is a booming field, with plenty of more growth to come. Now is a great time to step foot into this thriving industry or to consider a career in health.

Recognition & Accreditation

Being a QQI Certified Medical Secretary demonstrates that you have mastered the best practices of medical terminology. This course leads to a QQI certification (formerly FETAC).

Get Certified in Your Own Time

Our courses allows a student the ability to learn at their own pace, whether that is slow or fast. This eliminates the student feeling left behind, or ahead of a standard classroom.

Practical Learning

By using real-life case studies and examples, you'll gain more than just theory. Learners are more likely to pass their exam having learnt in this hands-on environment.

According to Glassdoor.ie, the national average
salary for a Medical Secretary is €28,214

Dedicated Online Portal

You will be able to access the course via our dedicated online portal. Pause, rewind, skip and learn at your own pace.

Work at Your Own Pace

You can work at your own pace and complete the course at a time that suits your schedule. Learn anytime, anywhere.

Quizzes & Practical Examples

The course content consists of pre-recorded videos with in-depth discussions, quizzes, exercises and practical examples.

Dedicated Support Team

When you study with us you will gain access to resource pages, live Q&A sessions, opportunities to talk to your trainer.

No Experience Required

There is no experience or previous qualifications required for enrolment on this course. The course is available to all learners.

What our learners are saying

We’ve helped thousands of learners to kickstart enjoyable careers in medical administration.

Terri Finn-O'Hegarty

New Job as a Lead Medical Secretary

You can rely on DCM to ensure you complete the course successfully. I have been able to employ the skills and knowledge I acquired from the Medical Secretary course to real life situations in my new role as Lead Medical Secretary in a renowned medical practice.

Majella Lyons

New Job as a Medical Secretary

I was working in hospitality and during the first lockdown, found myself with time on my hands. I found DCM efficient, very encouraging and the course was very well put together. I am now working in a GP Practice, total career change and absolutely love it!

Chance Sewald

Attended Medical Secretary in 2020

Friends of mine have done courses through DCM and couldn't say enough good things. They were extremely helpful as well when I was querying the course. I have now been offered a better job with better money and location so I couldn't recommend the course enough.

Sarah Leonard

Attended Medical Secretary in 2020

I did the medical secretary course because I wanted to learn about becoming a medical secretary. DCM are fantastic and encourage you all the way. Be patient and also that the staff are there to help, make sure to ask loads of questions if you're not sure about anything.

Breakdown of the Certified Medical Secretary Course

When you attend this course, you leave with all the skills you need to work in an office environment as a professional Medical receptionist.

What You'll Learn

Specialised Medical Secretary skills

Module One & Two

Getting Started with Medical Terminology & Legislation

Module Three

Understanding Healthcare Reports & Preparing for Assessment

What You'll Learn:

This online course will provide learners of all levels with the skills necessary to enable them to begin work or to improve their career in Medical Secretary, Medical Reception and Medical Administration roles. By completing the QQI Level 5 course, you'll have demonstrated your dedication and drive to your work in the medical sector.

After this QQI Level 5 Course you will be able to:

1. Use and understand medical terminology
2. Understand relevant legislation
3. Manage healthcare records
4. Create healthcare records
5. Administer a medical office environment
6. Prepare medical reports

Module One - Medical Terminology

1. Medical Terminology
2. Constructing Medical Terms
3. Prefixes, Root Words and Suffixes
4. Common Abbreviations
5. Specialist Medical Terminology
6. Other Medical Terms

Module Two - Legislation and Information Sources

1. Relevant Legislation
2. Health and Safety
3. Confidentiality and Ethics
4. HSE Patient Charter
5. Information Sources

Module 3.1 - Healthcare Reports

1. Healthcare Records
2. Creating and Managing Healthcare Records
3. Patient Care Guidelines
4. Communication Skills
5. Reception Skills
6. Case Notes
7. Medical Reports and Referrals

Module 3.2 - Assessment Preparation

1. Preparing for the written Assessment
2. Preparing for Case Studies
3. Understand of and Completion of a Medical Report

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92.2% Of our learners pass the certified course first time

394 learners attended the QQI Medical Terminology Course over the past 2 years

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Why Choose this Certification?

This certification will help you look better to employers and will open doors to new and exciting opportunities. With this certification and experience, you could become a manager, responsible for an admin department. Some medical secretaries move into areas such as finance, HR or health records.

About DCM Learning

Founded in Dublin, DCM Learning is fast becoming recognised as a leading training organisation with specialisation in learning and development. The company works closely with industry to define the skills and qualifications required to thrive. Our courses are taught by expert trainers.

At our core, we believe people learn best by doing. We design fun, powerful experiences that have a profound and lasting impact on people and their careers.

Our Support Team

With a support team on hand to help you learn with us, we ensure that you are not alone during your learning.

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Our Locations

Bunbeg/Derrybeg | The course is run in various locations

What's included? A hot lunch each day with morning and afternoon tea/coffee; Free parking, WIFI and course materials.