Frequently Asked Questions
You’ve got questions and we’ve got answers. These are some of the most frequent questions we get about this course.
Why should I take this course?
Why Take Our Clinical Medical Administrative Assistant Course?
- In-Demand Skills: Gain expertise in a field where demand is constantly high. Healthcare facilities are always in need of skilled administrative assistants to ensure smooth operations.
- Career Opportunities: Equip yourself with the knowledge and skills needed to pursue a rewarding career in the healthcare industry. Clinical medical administrative assistants are valued members of healthcare teams, with opportunities for advancement.
- Hands-On Training: Learn through practical, hands-on training that simulates real-world scenarios. Our course provides you with the tools and experience necessary to excel in your role.
- Industry-Relevant Curriculum: Our curriculum is designed in collaboration with industry experts to ensure that you learn the most up-to-date practices and procedures relevant to clinical medical administration.
- Personal and Professional Growth: Develop essential skills such as communication, organization, and attention to detail, which are not only valuable in the healthcare field but also transferable to various other industries.
- Flexible Learning: Our course offers flexibility, allowing you to learn at your own pace and balance your studies with other commitments.
- Certification: Upon completion of the course, receive a certification that validates your skills and knowledge, enhancing your credibility in the job market.
Invest in your future today by enrolling in our Clinical Medical Administrative Assistant course and take the first step towards a fulfilling and successful career in healthcare administration.
What jobs will this program prepare me for?
Career Opportunities After Completing Our Clinical Medical Administrative Assistant Course:
- Medical Office Assistant: Perform administrative tasks in medical offices, including patient scheduling, billing, and medical record management.
- Healthcare Receptionist: Manage front desk operations, greet patients, schedule appointments, and handle inquiries in healthcare settings.
- Medical Secretary: Provide administrative support to healthcare professionals, including typing correspondence, maintaining files, and managing office supplies.
- Hospital Admissions Clerk: Coordinate patient admissions, gather necessary information, and ensure accurate record-keeping for hospital admissions processes.
- Patient Care Coordinator: Assist patients in navigating healthcare services, schedule appointments, and coordinate care between patients and healthcare providers.
- Insurance Coordinator: Work with insurance companies to process claims, verify patient insurance coverage, and assist patients with understanding their insurance benefits.
- Health Information Technician: Manage electronic health records, ensure compliance with regulations, and maintain the confidentiality of patient information.
- Medical Billing Specialist: Handle medical billing processes, including coding procedures, submitting claims to insurance companies, and following up on outstanding payments.
By completing our Clinical Medical Administrative Assistant course, you’ll be equipped with the skills and knowledge necessary to pursue these rewarding career opportunities in the healthcare industry.
What are the prerequisites for enrollment?
Ready to Enroll? Here’s What You’ll Need:
Basic Qualifications:
- Be 18 Years or Older: To participate in the program, you must be at least 18 years old.
- English Language Proficiency: You must be able to speak, read, and understand English effectively. This ensures you can fully grasp the coursework and effectively communicate in a medical setting.
Academic Requirements:
- CXC O’Levels: A minimum of five (5) successful CXC O’Level passes is required.
- Science Requirement: One of your CXC O’Level passes must be in a science subject.
Application Process:
- Completed Application: Submit a signed admissions application form.
- Enrollment Agreement: Review and sign the enrollment agreement outlining program details and student responsibilities.
- Registration Fee and Tuition: Settle the registration fee and establish a plan for tuition payment.
General Programme Questions
You’ve got questions and we’ve got answers. These are some of the most frequent questions we get about this course and from our students.
I work full-time and have a family. Can I still study?
Learning at the Global Career Institute is all about flexibility. We believe everyone should have access to Higher Learning Education, despite their challenges and circumstances. Typically spend 4.5 hours weekly in the classroom,(or, if you’re studying via Distance Learning) your weekly studies are carried out as and when it suits you. With so many ways to access your learning resources, be it by laptop, phone or tablet, you can fit study around your life.
What is Blended Learning?
If you enroll on a GCI Distance Learning course, there is no campus and no fixed timetable – instead, you study from home, as and when it suits you. We provide you with all the study materials you need, a team of expert tutors, and other support to get you through your studies and the qualification you gain at the end is the same as any other Institute/ University Degree Diploma or Certification. We simply make the process easier.
We also offer Blended Learning at our study centre in Trinidad and Grenada. You get access to all our online materials and support, but you’ll attend classes at your study centre two days a week, giving you face-to-face time with tutors and that additional structure to your student life.
Do I need a computer?
You’ll need a device with an internet connection to access and download your learning materials. Ideally, this will be a computer or laptop – but you can also access ilearn on your tablet or mobile phone.
What study materials do I get?
Your learning materials are developed by subject specialists and have been developed with your future career in mind – so you don’t just learn the theory to help you pass your exams, but also real-life, practical examples to make things easier to understand and to help you thrive in the workplace. As well as access to your modules in our online portal, you will also find discussion forums, study schedules, an online library and research database.
How do I pay?
You can pay using our Online Payment Gateway or call us on the number at the top of the page. We accept credit and debit cards (Paypal,Visa and Mastercard), and online bank transfers.
*Subject to eligibility.
How do I apply?
We are accepting applications and classes are ongoing.
Applications Online
The following applications are available online for download. These are in Adobe Acrobat PDF format and can be viewed using the freely available Acrobat Reader.
Applications at the Institute
Visit us at #2 Yard Street, Chaguanas to apply on-site, one of our friendly enrollment officers would be happy to assist you.
Application Deadlines
- The priority application deadlines vary by course of interest:
*Subject to eligibility.
