This course helps you to develop your skills in medical office administration, and helps to prepare you for a career as a medical secretary.
Course code:
EN6044-04
Accreditation status:
N6 – accredited by the Quality Council for Trades and Occupations (QCTO)
SAQA ID: 67002
Course duration:
12 months
Course fee:
Click here to view the course fee. Please note: The course fee includes the examination fees.
Entry requirements:
Subjects covered:
- Office Practice N6
- Medical Practice N6
- Information Processing N6
- Computer Practice N4
Assessment and award:
Upon completion of this course, students will be awarded a National Certificate: 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 N Diploma: . Please note: In order to qualify for a National N Diploma: Medical Secretary, students must pass Information Processing N6.
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.
Need assistance with gaining practical work experience?
While you are busy with your course, or after you have completed your studies, you can sign up for the DHET’s free placement service – https://webapps.dhet.gov.za/iWIL – so that your profile can be matched with a suitable employer offering opportunities for Work Integrated Learning (WIL) or Workplace Based Learning (WBL) in your field of study.
