National Certificate: N5 Medical Secretary

Enhance your career prospects as a medical secretary or medical office receptionist with the National Certificate: N5 Medical Secretary course. This program builds upon previous knowledge and equips you with the necessary skills to excel in a medical office setting. Consider studying this course if you have completed the N4-level course and desire to:

• Further develop your administrative skills, specifically in a medical office environment.
• Meet the entry requirements for the N6-level course.
• Prepare for future university-level education. Unlock new opportunities and pave the way for a successful career in medical administration with this comprehensive course.

EN5044-04

• N5 – accredited by the Quality Council for Trades and Occupations (QCTO)
• SAQA ID: 66957
• 60 credits

12 months

N4

• Office Practice N5
• Communication N5
• Information Processing N5
• Medical Practice N5

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 Certificate of Achievement: N5 Medical Secretary from the DHET.

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.