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Medical Secretary Courses & Diplomas
Medical Admin Diploma
Every successful diagnosis begins with an organised appointment and accurate patient records, and medical administrators play a key role in making this happen. They coordinate the systems that ensure healthcare services run efficiently. Our diploma programme offers flexible, self-paced training with full support along the way, equipping you with the skills needed to take on this vital role in GP surgeries, HSE facilities, hospitals, and private healthcare settings – along with the opportunity to achieve a recognised industry qualification that employers across Ireland value.
Start Date
Flexible
Study Type
Online, Hybrid or In-centre
Duration
240 hours or 10 weeks full-time study
Training Type
Diploma
get a job in healthcare with a diploma from pitman training
Working in the medical sector is interesting, challenging, and rewarding — you’ll become an information guardian, a patient guide, and the calm presence who turns healthcare complexity into order. Medical Administrators and Medical Secretaries need to be super-efficient with top office skills, manage multiple systems while demonstrating genuine concern and empathy for individuals facing their most vulnerable moments.
The Medical Admin Diploma will teach you all the vital skills needed to be the welcoming and efficient face of a medical practice or department. You’ll learn medical terminology covering general practice and various specialisms, combining this with key Microsoft Office applications and essential administration techniques. You’ll also personalise your qualification by choosing two elective courses from options including successful meetings and minutes or health and safety essentials, tailoring your skills to your specific career goals.
This diploma creates healthcare connectors: professionals who bridge administrative precision with medical understanding. Show employers your commitment by investing in becoming exactly what their patients need, the professional who keeps healthcare working smoothly.
is this right for you?
The diploma programme suits several situations:
- Office workers looking to specialise in healthcare
- Those facing redundancy who need marketable skills
- People currently working in healthcare but lacking structured techniques
- Professionals in healthcare transitioning to an administrative role
- CV builders seeking to add in-demand technical qualifications
- Busy individuals requiring flexible study options with personal support
award & associatedQualifications
Upon successful completion, you'll earn 240 CPD points, a professional credential that validates your skills to employers and demonstrates your commitment to ongoing learning.
Aims and Objectives This diploma covers a wide range of subjects from Microsoft Office programs and effective communication skills through to the specialised medical secretary word processing and terminology courses, giving you the essential skillset you’ll need to get that job or promotion!
Courses Included Microsoft Office
Excel
Microsoft Excel is the world’s most popular spreadsheet program. In Part 1, you will learn how to use the core features of Excel, such as…
Medical Secretary Courses & Diplomas
Medical Terminology
This course helps you learn commonly used medical terminology across a wide range of disciplines. Upon completion, you’ll obtain the Pitman Training certificate in Medical…
Medical Secretary Courses & Diplomas
Medical Word Processing
Medical offices require a lot of admin. Get to grips with the finer workings of Word and you can go on and gain Pitman Training…
Microsoft Office
Microsoft SharePoint
In this course, you will learn how to use the core features of Microsoft SharePoint to store, organise, share, and access information from any device.
EA/PA Courses
Microsoft Teams
In this course, you will learn how to use the core features of Microsoft Teams to set up and start meetings, send messages, collaborate on…
Microsoft Office Courses
Outlook
This flexible study Outlook course takes you through everything you need to use this popular email system as a work tool, from navigation and views…
Medical Secretary Courses & Diplomas
Socrates GP Practice Healthcare
This is a fully accredited course which will enable you to learn all about the processes of GP and Healthcare practice management, using the latest…
Microsoft Office Courses
Word
Our Microsoft Word course is designed to provide you with the essential skills you will need to be proficient in Word, in a work environment,…
Elective Courses
In addition to the core courses you will also select one additional elective course of your own choice. Below are some recommendations but there is a wider list of courses available. Speak to a Course Advisor for more information.
Touch Typing Courses
Audio Transcription Level 1
Audio Transcription is a valuable skill to gain. It has applications in many industry sectors. This audio typing course will teach you how to operate…
Communication Courses
Effective Business Communication
This excellent course will raise your game when it comes to business communication skills, which is often top of the list of qualities demanded by…
Microsoft Office
Excel Expert
In this course, you will learn advanced-level features of Microsoft Excel, such as macros, PivotTables, PivotCharts, and data analysis tools to help you make data-driven…
General Office Skills Courses
Google Docs
Google Docs is the online word-processing application that forms part of Google’s G-suite, which is used by organisations all over the world.
Personal Development Courses
Health and Safety Essentials
This is a flexible study course, so you’ll have the freedom to study whenever suits you. The interactive e-learning system makes this an extremely accessible…
Medical Secretary Courses & Diplomas
Medical Audio Transcription
Our comprehensive Medical Audio Transcription training covers the transcription of medical documentation used when working in a medical administration role in hospitals, GP practices and…
Microsoft Office
Microsoft OneDrive
In this course, you will learn how to use the core features of Microsoft OneDrive to organise documents, import files and folders, and share documents…
General Office Skills Courses
Personal Computer Essentials
In this course, you’ll learn the components and basic operation of the personal computer, covering hardware and software components, application software, and file management.
General Office Skills Courses
Successful Meetings and Minutes
If you work as a Secretary, Administrator, PA, EA or Office Manager for instance, your role may involve taking notes or minutes at meetings.
Microsoft Office Courses
Word Expert
In this course, you will learn advanced-level features of Microsoft Word, such as templates, document protection, Track Changes, forms, macros, and more.
General Office Skills Courses
Zoom
This course will show you how to use the essential features of this popular video-conferencing platform to bolster your skillset for today’s business environment.
Pre-Requisites There are no pre-requisites for this diploma.
Finance Options Wherever possible our training is tailored to your needs. The cost of our training programmes depend on the course(s) you choose and varies according to duration and breadth. Rest assured we have a number of payment options available to ensure the cost of training is affordable and can be worked alongside your other financial commitments. Common ways people fund their training include: –
Self-Funded:
- Flexible payment plans to help you spread the cost* available at many of our centres;
- You could opt to pay upfront.
Company Funded:
Requesting funding from your employers needn’t be a daunting task. Many employers support and encourage their employees with their professional development and consider it a worthwhile investment to fund any training required.
What we can help with:
- Providing a comprehensive training programme outlining learning outcomes
- Tailored personnel letters
- Communication with finance departments to arrange payment options (upfront or payment plan*).
* Terms and Conditions apply. Speak to a Course Advisor for full information on the options available to you.
Career Path Once your training is completed, you can look to apply for roles working as a Medical Administrator or Medical Secretary. From there, you could work towards becoming a Practice Manager or Team Supervisor.
Your Healthcare Breakthrough Starts Here
Facing redundancy? Looking for a career change? Simply after better opportunities? Whatever your situation, healthcare offers remarkable stability and always needs good administrators. The HSE employs thousands in these roles, with private practices and clinics creating even more opportunities across Ireland.
Discover how 240 hours of flexible training can transform your professional trajectory.
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Maximise your potential with a clear development path that employers are actively seeking. Select your location below to find the centre closest to you and learn more about medical administration.
Speak with one of our Course Advisors today to learn more about the Medical Admin Diploma and how it can help you achieve your professional goals.
