Ward Clerk Certificate
Credential: Mohawk College CertificateProgram Number: 163
PROGRAM DESCRIPTION
This program is designed to provide the training necessary to obtain the basic skills to be employed as a hospital ward clerk/secretary. All courses are available online. You should have the equivalent of an introductory computer course.
Medical keyboarding is strongly recommended to increase your employment opportunities.
ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS
You should enter this program with a Grade 12 diploma, including Grade 12 English comprehension, reading and writing, or equivalency. Experience in the health care setting is always an asset.
PROGRAM OF STUDIES
To receive the Certificate, you must successfully complete the following courses:
| Course Number | Course Name | Course Hours | Tentative Schedule* | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fall | Winter | Spring | |||
Mandatory Modules: |
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| HSCI10003 | Comprehending Medical Terms and Diagnoses* | 42 | X | X | X |
| HSCI10024 | Pharmacology for the Medical Office | 36 | X | X | X |
| HSCI10002 | Medical Conditions for Medical Office Professionals | 36 | X | X | X |
| COMM10021 | Working and Communicating in a Medical Setting | 36 | X | X | X |
| HSCI10025 | Understanding Medical Tests for Medical Office Staff | 36 | X | X | X |
| HSCI10026 | Understanding Surgical Procedures for Medical Office Staff | 36 | X | X | X |
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* Subject to change - Browse current catalogue for course offerings |
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| View the program brochure (PDF) | |||||
OTHER RELATED COURSES
| Course Number | Course Name | Course Hours | Tentative Schedule* | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fall | Winter | Spring | |||
| MGMT10039 | Essentials in Health Records Management | 36 |
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X |
X |
| KEYB10005 | Medical Keyboarding | 42 | X | X | X |
| OADM10010 | Medical OHIP Billing | 42 | X | X | X |
| HSCI10157 | Medical Terminology II - Pronunciation | 36 | X | X | X |
| HSCI10152 | Styles and Practices of Medical Transcription | 42 | X | X | X |
| * Subject to change - Browse current catalogue for course offerings | |||||
FAQs
Is the complete certificate available online?
Yes, all 6 mandatory courses courses are offered online.
What is the cost of a course?
Exact course fees are listed in the current Continuing Education catalogue. The cost of each course is based on the number of course hours.
When are courses offered?
Courses are offered every semester.
Fall semester - September to December
Winter semester - January to April
Spring/Summer semester - May to August
Browse the current Continuing Education catalogue for details.
How do I register?
Click here for registration information.
What is the meaning of the number of hours given for each course?
The number of hours shown are “equivalent classroom hours”. Thus, the workload for a 42 hour distance education course would be about the same as if you took a course through the traditional classroom delivery that is offered three hours per week for 14 weeks. We estimate that the student workload for one course is approximately 6 – 10 hours per week.
How many courses can I take per semester?
You may take as many courses as you want per semester. However, depending on your other time commitments, you may want to start with one or two courses. Then you will get a sense of the workload relative to your personal situation. Also, you must keep in mind the prerequisite courses and ensure that you have satisfied this requirement.
May I take more than one course at a time?
Yes, you may take more than one course at a time. Please keep in mind that you are expected to access your course every 48 hours.
What about textbooks and/or course manuals?
Click here to search for the required texts for your course.
Are the courses self-paced?
No, there are specific start and end dates for these courses and a schedule for course activities. You must follow the schedule so all courses work can be completed on time and be evaluated before your final exam.
Where do I write exams, if there are any?
Final exams are usually written in person at the college during the last week of the course. Approximately six weeks before the end of the course, you can view exam booking information online. If you live outside a 100 km. radius from the college, you are eligible to write with a proctor at another University or College test centre.
What are the computer requirements?
You need a Pentium class computer with Windows 95 or better with an Internet connection and the most up-to-date browser possible. Although all OntarioLearn courses will work with a dial-up connection, it is preferable to have hi-speed access as some files and links are not able for viewing through a dial-up connection.
What are the withdrawal/refund procedures?
Click here to view this information.
How do I receive my final grade?
Approximately four to six weeks after the end of your course, you can log into MoCoMotion and view them yourself. If you are waiting for grades outside of this time-frame, please contact the Records Department.
How do I receive my Certificate?
After you have completed the program requirements, and grades haev been posted to you MoCoMotion account, please click here to complete your request for certificate form.
