This programme is designed for people who wish to gain a recognised qualification as a Medical Administrator. The course is designed for existing Medical Administrators, Medical Receptionists or Healthcare Admin roles, or for those who wish to pursue a career in these areas. 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 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.
View a detailed list of the learning outcomes for this course on our learning outcomes page.
By enrolling on this course, you’ll receive 24/7 access to the eLearning platform for the full duration of your studies. This includes a detailed course manual, engaging videos, interactive quizzes, and dedicated one-to-one tutor support via a messaging system. You’ll also have access to the CMIT Digital Library, providing a wealth of additional resources.
The course materials for this QQI-certified programme are clearly structured and easy to follow. You can conveniently upload your assessments online and receive feedback through the eLearning platform. You will receive personalised feedback from your tutor on each assessment you submit. The CMIT eLearning platform is accessible from any internet-connected computer, giving you the flexibility to study anytime, anywhere.
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I am really enjoying the course so far and finding it very interesting.
Really good course. Highly recommend.
As somebody who struggled in a school environment, it was really enjoyable completing this course
It’s very professional and easy to understand thank you
It’s an informative course with a well thought out workload.
I enjoyed the course and I do feel I learnt a lot of skills and information.
i enjoyed this course, it was very interesting and had a good lay out of where to find information
I really enjoyed the course. The assignments helped me understand the theory more clearly, and I received great support from the tutor, Gary.
Very enjoyable.
A very good course
The course is very well structured and easy to follow. I learned new skills and feel more confident about working in medical administration
Very good course. Great layout and very helpful tutors.
Fantastic course, I am really enjoying it. I am learning so much, it is very interesting.
The course was very informative and well-structured. The tutor’s support was excellent, and the platform was easy to use. I feel more confident in my skills now.
Tutor very helpful and quick to reply with feedback
I found this course interesting as it is an area I would love to find employment in and the course content was of high standard.
I’m really enjoying the course so far it is packed full of information.
I am extremely happy that I opted to undertake this course in Medical Terminology and Administration. The content has been thoughtfully curated, with a good combination of foundational concepts and real-world administrative applications. I must say that the course material provided was most helpful and it has significantly enhanced my understanding of the Irish healthcare system. I appreciate the efforts of CMIT in creating well-organized course structure and logical sequence of study material and activities. I congratulate the team of tutors who made my learning smooth and productive as complex medical texts were broken down into simple clear which made the resources much easier to comprehend and retain. The inclusion of practical examples, case scenarios in the assessments helped me to understand the application of the knowledge imparted. Additionally, the section on administrative practices offered valuable insights into medical documentation, patient communication, and healthcare regulations, which are critical for anyone aspiring to work in a clinical or administrative healthcare role. This was new to me and I was happy that the regulations were, explained in such a manner that it was easy to comprehend.
Overall, this course has exceeded my expectations and has equipped me with both confidence and competence to use medical language accurately and understand the administrative dynamics of healthcare institutions. I have decided to do more courses with CMIT, the immediate one I would like to learn is Leadership and management. I would highly recommend CMIT courses to anyone seeking to build a strong foundation in their professional domain.
I chose to study with CMIT because they offer courses that are highly relevant to today’s job market. The course content is well-structured and practical, which makes learning more effective. I also appreciate the support provided by the tutor — he is responsive, approachable, and genuinely helpful throughout the learning journey. I’m also happy that the course is short and gives me exactly what I need at this moment. It allows me to build my skills efficiently, and I can continue with further courses to upgrade my level and expand my knowledge over time.
I chose to study with CMIT because it provides high-quality education through a flexible online platform, which is ideal for balancing my studies with personal and professional commitments. The course content is well-structured, up-to-date, and aligned with current industry needs. Additionally, the instructors are knowledgeable, supportive, and bring real-world experience to the learning environment. These factors made CMIT the perfect choice for advancing my skills and career, The course has been very informative and well-organized. The online platform is easy to navigate, and the flexibility has allowed me to study at my own pace. The content is relevant and clearly explained. I’m really enjoying the learning experience so far.
I feel it it very well laid out and very easy to read.
Excellent course.
I love it.
Very good corse.
I love it and it’s easy and straightforward to learn.
I am extremely happy that I opted to undertake this course in Medical Terminology and Administration. The content has been thoughtfully curated, with a good combination of foundational concepts and real-world administrative applications. I must say that the course material provided was most helpful and it has significantly enhanced my understanding of the Irish healthcare system. I appreciate the efforts of CMIT in creating well-organized course structure and logical sequence of study material and activities. I congratulate the team of tutors/resource creators who made my learning smooth and productive as complex medical texts were broken down into simple clear which made the resources much easier to comprehend and retain. The inclusion of practical examples, case scenarios in the assessments helped me to understand the application of the knowledge imparted. Additionally, the section on administrative practices offered valuable insights into medical documentation, patient communication, and healthcare regulations, which are critical for anyone aspiring to work in a clinical or administrative healthcare role. This was new to me and I was happy that the regulations were, explained in such a manner that it was easy to comprehend.
My tutor Mr.Gary has been very helpful in giving prompt feedback and guidance whenever I asked for. Overall, this course has exceeded my expectations and has equipped me with both confidence and competence to use medical language accurately and understand the administrative dynamics of healthcare institutions. I have decided to do more courses with CMIT, the immediate one I would like to learn is Leadership and management. I would highly recommend CMIT courses to anyone seeking to build a strong foundation in their professional domain.
Loved the course and the content.
I chose to study with CMIT for numerous reasons. I chose to study with CMIT because of the accessibility and flexibility it offers through its online platform. As someone with a busy schedule ( working full time and already partaking in a full time level 8 course), being able to access course materials anytime and from anywhere made it much easier to balance my studies with other commitments. I also appreciated the fairness of the course structure, everyone has equal access to resources and support, regardless of location or circumstances. This being offered online ensures that learning is inclusive, and the clear layout of the course made it easy to stay on track and focused.
I really like the course and I have recommended this course to a few of my new colleagues.
I really enjoyed the course and thought the information was clear and easy to understand.
Excellent 24/7 access to the online course which suited my life so well . Course content very high standard i learned more than i initially expected.
Really enjoyed it , a lot more content then i expected . Covered a vast range of topics .
I really enjoyed the course it challenged me and i learned a lot.
The course was accessible, and easy to complete. there was interesting and high quality learning to take away from all the modules.
While I thought I would find more time to complete the course outside of work, I think the workload is very realistic without taking on any immense pressure over the 10 weeks.
I find it very easy to understand and straightforward, clear and precise instructions.
I am so glad I plucked up the courage to study in a new field and get out of my comfort zone . The videos on assessments and referencing are handy to watch and refer back too . My tutor Gary is very helpful and encouraging so far .
I really enjoyed completing this course. My tutor Gary was helpful throughout. The course content was very informative and provided me with a better understanding of the role of a medical administrator.
It was an excellent course.
I am just over half way into my course and so far it has been very enjoyable and interesting. The information provided in the notes is well detailed and easy to understand. My tutor has responded promptly to any messages I have sent.
My Tutor Gary was brilliant help and the course was great also. I was able to keep up working while studying at the same time.
I think the course is well laid out. Very concise in its information.
I found the course to be interesting and the notes easy to follow.
I chose to study this course with CMIT as I have previously completed the Business Data Analytics course with CMIT last year and found it a great way of learning new skills while still being able to work full time. I value the freedom to study at times that suit me, without needing to be present at specific times for lectures, and appreciate how available the course tutors are, should I have any issues or queries. I am enjoying this course so far, and finding it very interesting. I also like the variety between notes and videos, and find the short quizzes a great way of determining my comprehension of the notes as I go.
The content of the course was very good and all the assignments were clear. The communication with the tutor was excellent and he replied to my enquiries very quickly.
It was a very beneficial course to take to try and find a job in this sector. The course layout was easy to follow and I enjoyed learning about medical terminology.
Thank you very much for this interesting course. I am looking forward to use my new skills and my new knowledge in my next job. I also think my tutor Gary Kelly was brilliant and very clear with his feedback and instructions. He was very patient with all of my questions. I very much appreciated him as a tutor!
Well designed for the modern student
Overall I found the course very interesting and I liked how easy it was to access it whenever suited me. My tutor was very helpful in guiding me and helping me to complete the course. The video guides were also very helpful.
I have found it very beneficial and can find my way around the tasks and videos. The course material has been clearly laid out on the website
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