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National Certificate: N4 Medical Secretary (SAQA ID 66878)

This course equips you with the fundamental skills that you need to pursue a career in medical office administration. You will learn about topics such as office practice, communication, information processing, and medical terminology.

Studying this course may be a good option if:

  • You want to work towards a career as a medical secretary or medical office receptionist
  • You want to earn a national qualification in this administrative field
Course code:
EN4044-04
Accreditation status:
N4 – accredited by the Quality Council for Trades and Occupations (QCTO)
SAQA ID: 66878
Course duration:
12 months
Course fee:
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Please note: The course fee includes the examination fees.
Entry requirements:
Matric or Introductory Certificate
Subjects covered:
  • Office Practice N4
  • Communication N4
  • Information Processing N4
  • Medical Practice N4
Assessment and award:

Students are required to complete the following:

  • 3 assignments per subject
  • 1 exam per subject

Upon completion of this course, students will be awarded a National Certificate: N4 Medical Secretary from the DHET.

Additional information:
N courses are offered and assessed by Oxbridge Academy. After gaining a qualifying year mark, students will be admitted to write the national examination at an approved venue. Read our N4-N6 Exam letter for information on writing the exams.

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