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Medical Assistant and Patient Care

Who it’s for

You have strong communication and organizational skills, pay attention to detail, and wish to pursue a career in health care. You are people-oriented, empathetic and non-judgmental, and thrive in a busy environment. Calm under pressure, you can think on your feet and solve problems on the fly.

What you’ll learn

Through hands-on learning in our patient care simulation lab and four practicums (long-term care, acute care, medical assistant, and health unit clerk), you will gain a blend of patient care and medical office skills that will prepare you for diverse employment opportunities in the health care field. Courses focus on clinical, medical technology, and administrative skills to enhance your medical knowledge, critical thinking, human relations, and organizational abilities.

Program details

Program length:

2 years full time

Credential:

Diploma

Work-integrated Learning:

19 weeks of practicum for qualifying students

Start Times:

  • Fall

Tuition:

$12,846*
Full tuition

Two students, one sitting in a chair wearing a respirator, the other standing behind him, check his vitals

Your career

This pathway promises a rewarding career with long-term job security, given the rising demand for healthcare services. You will start in an entry-level role and can advance to supervisory and managerial positions as you gain experience or further your education.

Career opportunities

  • Health care aide or assistant
  • Health care support worker
  • Health unit clerk
  • Medical assistant
  • Patient care aide
  • Resident care aide
  • Nursing assistant
  • Personal support worker

Career opportunities

  • Health care aide or assistant
  • Health care support worker
  • Health unit clerk
  • Medical assistant
  • Patient care aide
  • Resident care aide
  • Nursing assistant
  • Personal support worker

Program features and outcomes

  • Industry-recognized instructors
  • Canadian Health Information Management Association (CHIMA) accredited program
  • Curriculum that aligns with current national and best practice standards
  • Experiential learning, including simulation lab activities and long-term and acute care work practicums
  • Specialized industry-recognized training and certifications
  • Prepares graduates for the Health Information Certified Associates (HICA) designation designation

Key Program Courses

  • Clinical transcription and order management for health unit clerks
  • Admission, discharge, and transfer (ADT) for health unit clerks

Admission requirements

  • Manitoba high school diploma
  • Grade 12 Math (40S)* or equivalent
  • Grade 12 English Language Arts (40S)* or equivalent
  • Grade 11 Biology (30S)* or equivalent

*minimum grade of 50%