The Advance Medical Office Assistant (AMOA) program equips students with the skills they will need to assist a physician in a greater capacity. This includes theory, advanced administration, staff leadership, patient support, and clinical support skills. This program is perfect for experienced MOAs who are seeking career advancement and an advanced skill set.
Successful completion at the post-secondary level of a Medical Office Assistant certificate program that includes a practicum and two years of current employment as a Medical Office Assistant; or
Three years of medical administrative experience, current employment in a medical office, and a letter of recommendation from their medical office employer.
Applicants must meet the Entry-level English language proficiency requirement. For details on how this requirement may be met, see the English language proficiency requirement section of the calendar.
When to apply
Applications are accepted on a continuous basis throughout the year. Qualified applicants are considered for the next intake in which there is space. See Continuous application process for more information.
Additional documents required for a complete application:
Official transcripts (or interim transcripts) from all post-secondary institutions attended showing grade/course achievement as per entrance requirements. To be considered official, transcripts must be sent directly to UFV from the originating institution; see the Transfer Credit section for details.
Applicants will be advised of an admission decision and, if accepted, will be provided with registration information. Full tuition is due at the time of registration.
Basis for admission decision
Applicants who meet the entrance requirements will be admitted in order of their application date. This date is set when an application, all required documentation, and the application fee have been submitted.
This certificate program is 150 hours, scheduled in part-time and full-time schedules. The program will be offered in a hybrid delivery format over a four month period and includes face-to-face and online study. Face-to-face classes will be scheduled during evening and weekend hours to accommodate working professionals.
Location
The program is located at the Clearbrook Centre in Abbotsford. Courses may be delivered online and face-to-face (classes are scheduled during the evenings and weekends) and in hybrid format.
Program outline
Course
Title
Hours
HLTH MOA20
Medical Terminology (MOA) Level 2
10
HLTH MOA21
Anatomy and Physiology (MOA) Level 2
10
HLTH MOA22
Pharmacology (MOA) Level 2
10
HLTH MOA23
Chronic Disease Management
15
HLTH MOA24
Clinical Procedures (MOA) Level 2
20
HLTH MOA25
Patient History and Education
10
HLTH MOA26
Communication and Patient Support
10
HLTH MOA27
Leadership, Supervision, and Team-Based Care
10
HLTH MOA28
Medical Billing (MOA) Level 2
15
HLTH MOA29
Emerging Best Practices
15
HLTH MOA30
Capstone
25
Program continuance
Students whose GPA fall below 2.00 will be required to withdraw from the program.
Residency
The entire program must be completed at UFV.
Graduation requirements
To be eligible to graduate, students must successfully complete each course with 80% or better.
Maximum length of time to complete program
Students must complete the program requirements within three years.
Contact Continuing Education at 604-851-6324, or 604-504-7441 local 6324, or toll-free (within Canada) 1-888-504-7441 local 4626, or continuingeducation@ufv.ca.
