Faculty of Health Science
National Certificate: N6 Medical Secretary
It is important to share that historic NATED qualifications are being phased out and the last date for registration for N6 Medical Secretary is 30 June 2026. If you are wanting to go on this learning journey, please contact us before then to ensure that you can be enrolled in time. If you would like to consider an alternative:
Take your career as a medical secretary or medical office receptionist to the next level with the National Certificate: N6 Medical Secretary course. This program focuses on refining your skills for success in the medical office environment. Studying this course is an excellent choice if you have completed the N5-level course and:
- Seek to develop your medical office administration skills.
- Aspire to work towards your National N6 Diploma.
Have plans to pursue university-level education in the future. Expand your expertise and unlock new opportunities in the dynamic medical administration field.
EN6044-04
- N6 – accredited by the Quality Council for Trades and Occupations (QCTO)
- SAQA ID: 67002
- 60 credits
12 months
- Office Practice N6
- Medical Practice N6
- Information Processing N6
- Computer Practice N4
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: N6 Medical Secretary from the DHET.
After students have completed this course, and submitted proof that they have gained 18 months of relevant practical experience, they will be awarded a National N6 Diploma (360 credits) from the DHET.
Please note: In order to qualify for a National Diploma, students must pass Information Processing N6.
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.