College Certificate – Medical Office Practices (1308) (Hybrid)

The Medical Office Practices 8-month (two-term) Ontario College Certificate program prepares students for front-line administrative and clerical support roles across healthcare, dental, and wellness settings.

The curriculum focuses on medical terminology, computer applications, professional communication, customer service, and simulated office workflows. Using industry-standard Electronic Medical Records (EMR) and practice management software, students gain hands-on experience with patient scheduling, OHIP/uninsured billing, triage, and medical document creation.

Academic Qualification: High School / Grade 12 completion.

Minimum GPA: 50.0%

Minimum Language Test Scores:

• IELTS: 6.0

• TOEFL: 80.0

• PTE: 53.0

• Duolingo: 110

Conditional Admission: Available for applicants who do not meet language test requirements by completing designated English pathway courses prior to academic study. Direct admission applicants missing language test results must submit valid scores prior to receiving a final offer letter.

Value: $1,500 – $2,500 CAD (automatically applied after Day 10 of the term).

Award Breakdown:

70% – 79% average: $1,500 CAD

80% – 89% average: $2,000 CAD

90% – 100% average: $2,500 CAD

Eligibility Criteria:

Open to all nationalities.

Must be enrolled in Year 1 of an eligible degree program across any Conestoga campus (Fall, Winter, or Spring terms).

Minimum 70% admission average required.

Exclusion: Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BScN) students are ineligible.

Maintenance Requirement: Continuing students must maintain a minimum 70% Program Weighted Average to retain funding.