Medical Secretary (Office Administration)
Programme Aim
The aim of this programme is to enable the learner to acquire the knowledge, skill and competence to work independently and under supervision providing administration services and support in a range of office administration contexts and or to progress to higher education and training.
Employability Statement
The successful completion of the QQI Level 5 award in Office Administration will enable applicants to work independently and under supervision providing administration services and support in a range of office administration contexts in a modern office environment.
Target Award
QQI Office Administration – 5M1997
Start Date: 08-09-2025 Hours/week: 22 Hrs 00 Mins Duration: 38 weeks
NFQ Level 4 or equivalent when accessing a Level 5 programme.
CERFL proficiency at B2 for access to Level 5 courses for those whose first language is not English
Mature learner entry requirements available via the local ETB pathway
Additional requirements may apply to non-EU/EEA Applicants and may be subject to full international fees (Please refer to Information for International Learners)
*Each provider may have additional requirements, not outlined above.
Age Requirements
Minimum statutory school leaving age (16+)
Learning Aptitude
Applicants must have a motivation to learn, an interest in the subject and the ability to acquire the knowledge, skills and competencies set out in the course.
Previous Experience
Applicants must be able to demonstrate a moderate range of knowledge, skills and competencies relevant to the course, be able to work with responsibility and demonstrate the ability to work on their own initiative.
| Module | Award | Body |
|---|---|---|
| Customer Service Level 5 | Customer Service (5N0972) | QQI |
| Work Experience | Work Experience (5N1356) | QQI |
| Communications Level 5 | Communications (5N0690) | QQI |
| Audio Transcription | Audio Transcription (5N1549) | QQI |
| Bookkeeping Manual And Computerised | Bookkeeping Manual & Computerised (5N1354) | QQI |
| Database Methods | Database Methods (5N0783) | QQI |
| Text Production | Text Production (5N1422) | QQI |
| Information And Administration | Information & Administration (5N1389) | QQI |
| Reception And Frontline Office Skills | Reception & Frontline Office Skills (5N1407) | QQI |
| Medical Terminology | Medical Terminology (5N2428) | QQI |
| Word Processing | Word Processing (5N1358) | QQI |
On completion of this programme learners will have the knowledge, skills and competencies to work independently and under supervision providing administration services and support in a range of office administration contexts. Learners also have the option to progress to higher education and training.