Health Services Administrator
(Business Administration)
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INTRODUCTION:
If you are an organised person and would love to work in administration in a busy doctors, dentists, hospital or other healthcare environment then this course is perfect for you. The admin team member in these environments is the person who sensitively deals with vulnerable clients to ensure that they are professionally dealt with. If you can see yourself in that role then this is the right course for you.
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS:
- Leaving Certificate, LCA or QQI Level 4.
- Mature students are exempt from Leaving Certificate requirement.
- CERFL proficiency at B2 for access to Level 5 courses for those whose first language is not English.
- All applicants will undergo a processing stage during which further information will be gathered in relation to their application. An offer of a place on this course is contingent on the applicant meeting the entry requirements set out here and satisfactory completion of the processing stage.
DURATION:
September to May.
FEES:
€300 including QQI examination fees. (Medical card holders exempt from €50). See fees & payment for details.
CERTIFICATION
- QQI Level 5 Certificate in Business Administration 5M2468.
- QQI Component Maths 5N1833 (available as option in evening for learners requiring Maths for progression).
COURSE CONTENT
Business Administration Skills - 5N1610
Examine a range of recruitment options for selecting and appointing staff and current employment rights legislation. Maintain a range of documents pertaining to HR management and employees including employment contracts, attendance records etc. Explore sources of finance for a business including cash-flow. Examine different types of meetings held and complete a range of documentation necessary for the effective function of a meeting. Explain the role of quality systems.
Bookkeeping Manual and Computerised - 5N1354
Word Processing - 5N1358
Communications - 5N0690
Work Experience - 5N1356
Spreadsheet Methods - 5N1977
Text Production - 5N1422
Medical Terminology - 5N2428
Database Methods - 5N0783
Socrates Medical Package
Morrison’s Island Campus – Infection Prevention and Control
ADDITIONAL TRAINING / WORKSHOPS
- Introduction to GDPR – This 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 Certificate of Completion is issued on completion.
- Microsoft Outlook (online) – This Microsoft Outlook workshop will give information on accessing your college email, Outlook layout, how to send and receive emails, attaching/downloading a file and reply options. It also covers organising your emails – folders etc, Outlook settings, signature, out-of-office reply, using the calendar, setting up meetings, setting up reminders and to do lists. A Certificate of Completion from Morrison’s Island Campus is issued on successful completion.
FAQs
What hours are involved?
Our courses are full-time, classes are timetabled Monday to Friday.
How is the course assessed?
Are there job opportunities?
Will I get a place in a 3rd level course if I do this course?
WORK PLACEMENT / EXPERIENCE
Students undertake work experience one day a week in an office environment. Work placement is a highly valued component of the student experience here at the college. An excellent opportunity for you to gain insight into the world of work. Students are encouraged to source their own Work Placement but you will be supported by the Work Placement team should you need assistance to do this.
EDUCATION PROGRESSION OPPORTUNITIES
Some of our popular progression opportunities include:
- Morrison’s Island Campus: Progress to one of the Morrison’s Island Campus Advanced Business Specialisms, subject to entry requirements being met.
- MTU Cork: Business (MT550).
- MTU Cork: Business Technology & Communications (MT551).
Excellent progression opportunities to other Higher Education colleges. Special arrangements in place with MTU Cork (CCPS), MTU Kerry and SETU (Waterford & Carlow) for preferential entry for students of Morrison’s Island locations. Go to our progressions database for exact requirements on progressions for this course.
CAREER OPPORTUNITIES
Medical and Dental Administration and Reception, general practices, hospital and care facilities. Former students have been employed in Primary Care Centres and other large and small health related environments.
CONTACT DETAILS:
Email: healthservicesmacroom@morrisonsislandcampus.ie
Tel: (086) 014 0217