Office Administrator – Medical or Legal Specialism
(Business Administration)

INTRODUCTION:

Course Code: 5M2468

This course provides students with skills and knowledge specifically for the medical, dental, HSE and general health sector.

All of the required office specialisms coupled with medical terminology and use of the Socrates medical package & Practice Evolve meaning that students are well equipped for employment as administrators in the Legal & Medical sector.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS:

• Leaving Certificate, LCA or QQI Level 4.
• Mature students are exempt from Leaving Certificate requirement.
• All applicants are interviewed.
• An offer of a place on this course is contingent on the applicant meeting the entry requirements set out here and satisfactory presentation at interview.
• CERFL proficiency at B2 for access to Level 5 courses for those whose first language is not English.

DURATION:

This is a one-year course. Timetables vary from year to year please contact the college directly for detailed timetable information.

FEES:

€50.

CERTIFICATION:

• QQI Level 5 Certificate in Business Administration (5M2468).
• QQI Component Maths (5N1833) – Available as an option in the evening for learners requiring Maths for progression.
• CCOC Socrates Medical Package.

COURSE CONTENT:

The following subjects may be offered:

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ADDITIONAL TRAINING:

• Socrates Medical Package: Socrates software is a medical records system for a General Practice. It is used by Irish GPs. Our Socrates course which is certified by Morrison’s Island Campus includes the management of patient files and the addition of new patients, managing the appointment system for the practice. It includes organising the waiting room and consultations of patients once they arrive at the practice, printing repeat prescriptions and referral letter as well as billing and fee management functions. This course gives the student a valued experience in what it would be like to work as a receptionist in General Practice.

• Practice Evolve is a Case Management System which is used by the legal profession. It is a comprehensive cloud-based platform which combines matter management, document handling, and legal accounts oversight into a single solution that’s purpose-built for law firms. Training in this subject area gives the learner the knowledge and skills to use any Case Management System in the workplace. A record of achievement from Morrison’s Island Campus is issued on successful completion of this course.

• Morrison’s Island Campus – Infection Prevention and Control: The Infection Prevention and Control programme aims to give learners an in-depth look at this vital aspect of the healthcare industry/workplace. Topics covered include basic microbiology, healthcare associated infections and the role of infection prevention in the workplace. Additionally, the role and standards of the HSE & HIQA and hands

• Data Protection (online): This Data Protection course gives learners an overview of GDPR. The workshop examines what GDPR stands for and gives an understanding of the current data protection rules and obligations. The learners also receive information on the types of data, the terminology associated with GDPR, the penalties with breaches, storage of data and general do’s and don’ts regarding data. A record of achievement from Morrison’s Island Campus is issued on successful completion.

• First Aid Workshop (online): This First Aid workshop will introduce the learner to the principles of First Aid. A record of achievement from Morrison’s Island Campus is issued on successful completion.

PROGRESSIONS:

Progress to one of the Cork College of FET Morrison’s Island Campus – Advanced Business Specialisms, subject to Entry Requirements being met.

Special arrangements in place with MTU (Cork), MTU (Kerry) and SETU (Waterford & Carlow) for preferential entry for Cork College of FET students.

• UCC: Law (CK301), Law & Business (CK307), Commerce (CK201).
• MTU Cork: Business Studies (MT550), Business (MT550), Business Technology & Communications (MT551).

Go to our progressions database at https://morrisonsislandcampus.ie/progressions/ for exact requirements on progressions for this course.

CAREER OPPORTUNITIES:

Administrator in Medical Practice, Clerical Officer in HSE/Hospital environment, Office Assistant in Clinical Facility, Accounts Assistant, Dental Practice Administrator. Graduates can subscribe to ‘CCOC college jobs register’ and CCOC LinkedIn alumni for up to date vacancies and networking.