Medical Office Assistant and Unit Clerk Diploma in Calgary
Delivery Method
Online, In-person or Hybrid
Program Duration
54 Weeks Total
Practicum Duration
4 Weeks
Program Schedule
Morning, Evening or Weekend
Next Start Dates
Medical Office Assistant and Unit Clerk
Diploma Summary
The Medical Office Assistant and Unit Clerk Diploma in Calgary at ABM College offers a fast-paced, comprehensive program designed to prepare students for successful careers in various healthcare settings. Combining theoretical knowledge with practical skills, this medical office assistant course in Calgary provides the foundation needed to work alongside healthcare professionals and deliver exceptional patient care. Calgary’s dynamic healthcare landscape offers diverse opportunities for graduates to make an impact.
Students benefit from modules learning and gain hands-on experience through a practicum, helping them transition confidently into the workforce. With healthcare being one of Calgary’s fastest-growing fields, this program opens doors to employment in hospitals, clinics, insurance companies, and beyond.
Medical Office Assistant and unit Clerk
Course Highlights
The MOA and Unit Clerk Program allows students to master key administrative skills, such as patient scheduling, medical transcription, and records management, to ensure healthcare offices operate efficiently.
Gain expertise in industry-standard software, including Microsoft Office and health information systems like Accuro and Med Access, essential for today’s medical environments.
Develop a strong understanding of advanced medical terminology and refine your communication skills for professional interactions with patients and staff.
Learn the financial aspects of healthcare, including billing, coding, and insurance claims management.
Apply your knowledge in a hands-on practicum that offers invaluable real-world experience in Calgary’s bustling medical sector, ensuring you’re ready to launch your new career.
Career Opportunities
| Role | Work Setting | Key Duties |
|---|---|---|
| Medical Office Assistant (MOA) | Family medicine and walk-in clinics, specialist offices, community health centres, telehealth providers | Schedule appointments; manage patient records in EHR (e.g., Accuro, OSCAR); process referrals; handle billing and insurance claims |
| Hospital Unit Clerk / Health Unit Coordinator | Acute care hospital units, surgical and medical wards, rehabilitation units, emergency departments | Process physician orders; coordinate patient admissions, transfers and discharges; manage unit communications and chart flow |
| Medical Receptionist | GP and specialist clinics, diagnostic imaging centres, physiotherapy and allied health offices | Greet patients; manage multi-line phones; verify health care information; maintain scheduling and EHR records |
| Laboratory / Diagnostic Imaging Clerk | Hospital lab and pathology departments, private diagnostic imaging clinics, community lab collection sites | Process requisitions; coordinate specimen tracking; manage patient bookings; maintain lab data entry and records |
| Health Information Clerk | Health authority medical records departments, hospitals, long-term care facilities | Organize and maintain patient files; process release-of-information requests; support health data compliance and records retention |
| Medical Billing Specialist | Physician billing companies, multi-physician group practices, health authority billing offices | Submit and reconcile provincial health insurance claims; follow up on rejected claims; maintain billing records and reports |
| Clinic / Administrative Coordinator | Specialty clinics (oncology, orthopedics, cardiology), outpatient surgery centres, Indigenous health centres | Manage referral intake; coordinate diagnostic bookings; liaise between physicians, allied health teams and patients |
| Administrative Nursing Coordinator | Community care agencies, home health services organizations | Coordinate agency caseloads and activities; assign new admissions based on priority and nurse capacity; convey patient medical information; track admissions and discharges |
| Clinic Manager | Community health clinics, outpatient care centres, primary care practices | Triage and schedule patients; manage daily clinic operations; resolve operational issues; maintain a patient-centered environment alongside administrative and business functions |
| Medical Transcriptionist | Clinics, hospitals, medical transcription companies | Transcribe and edit dictated medical documents |
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MOA and Unit Clerk Diploma Information Kit
This kit includes important details on the Unit Clerk & Medical Office Assistant Course in Alberta at ABM College.
Medical Office Assistant & Unit Clerk Information Kit
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MOA Course and Unit Clerk Course in Alberta: Detailed Curriculum
Admissions Requirements
Graduate Reviews of the Medical Office Assistant and Unit Clerk Course in Calgary
"Definitely amazing service and support you can get from ABM college. They have updated and variety of tools in teaching to make learning fun and a gold worth of its value. I’m grateful and proud to say I am a graduate of medical office assistant and unit clerk, from this prestigious college! From the instructor, admin staff and to all..."
"Definitely amazing service and support you can get from ABM college. They have updated and variety of tools in teaching to make learning fun and a gold worth of its value. I’m grateful and proud to say I am a graduate of medical office assistant and unit clerk, from this prestigious college! From the instructor, admin staff and to all the people who made ABM college to thrive, thank you so much for everything! I highly recommend ABM college to everyone!"
Daisy FuentesGraduate of Medical Office Assistant and Unit Clerk Program"I enrolled with ABM College's Medical Office Administration to gain foundational knowledge and skills in managing medical offices. The online platform was comprehensive, clearly outlined the learning objectives, the instructor's expertise was evident and weekend schedule was convenient for working professional like me. In overall, it provides an extremely positive..."
"I enrolled with ABM College's Medical Office Administration to gain foundational knowledge and skills in managing medical offices. The online platform was comprehensive, clearly outlined the learning objectives, the instructor's expertise was evident and weekend schedule was convenient for working professional like me. In overall, it provides an extremely positive experience. I would recommend this class to anyone interested in medical office administration to have a solid foundation and practical insights that are directly applicable to the healthcare industry. Salute ABM College!"
Maricar BattuingGraduate of Medical Office Assistant and Unit Clerk Program"I had a wonderful experience at ABM College. The teachers/instructors there, especially my MOA Instructor, Dr. Krishnaveny Shanmugam and Sir Joel Dizon are very passionate and knowledgeable; they always go the extra mile to help their students succeed. Dr. Krishnaveny, thank you so much for your thorough teaching; for making learning such a fun and exciting..."
"I had a wonderful experience at ABM College. The teachers/instructors there, especially my MOA Instructor, Dr. Krishnaveny Shanmugam and Sir Joel Dizon are very passionate and knowledgeable; they always go the extra mile to help their students succeed. Dr. Krishnaveny, thank you so much for your thorough teaching; for making learning such a fun and exciting experience! Sir Joel, thank you so much for making learning computer software/programs so easy! Thank you both for being excellent teachers! Kudos to ABM College for hiring such excellent teachers/instructors. THANK YOU SO MUCH, ABM!"
Russbe GandolaGraduate of Medical Office Assistant and Unit Clerk Program
