New CMIT QQI-approved Medical Administration and Terminology Course

CMIT have launched a QQI Medical Administration and Terminology Course. The course is ideal for all those working in administration or customer service roles within Private Consultant clinics, Hospitals, Doctor or Dentist surgeries, and private Health Clinics. This is an area in strong demand in Ireland, with excellent career potential. This programme is designed for people who wish to gain a recognised qualification to enable them to begin work or improve their career in Medical Reception and Medical Administration roles. No prior knowledge is required. Students will learn how 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, and (6) prepare medical reports.  The Medical Administration and Terminology course is ideal for all those working in administration or customer service roles within Private Consultant clinics, Hospitals, Doctor or Dentist surgeries, and private Health Clinics.

The Medical Administration and Terminology course is designed for people who wish to gain a recognised qualification to enable them to begin work or improve their career in Medical Reception and Medical Administration roles. No prior knowledge is required. The course covers the following:

Unit 1. Medical Terminology

• Medical Terminology
• Constructing Medical Terms
• Prefixes, Root Words and Suffixes
• Common Abbreviations
• Specialist Medical Terminology
• Other Medical Terms

Unit 2: Legislation and Information Sources

• Relevant Legislation
• Health and Safety
• Confidentiality and Ethics
• HSE Patient Charter
• Information Sources

Unit 3: Healthcare Reports

• Healthcare Records
• Creating and Managing Healthcare Records
• Patient Care Guidelines
• Communication Skills
• Reception Skills
• Case Notes
• Medical Reports and Referrals