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Financial Aid
At Algonquin Careers Academy, financial aid is available for those who qualify. If you qualify, our Financial Aid Administrator will assist you with the necessary applications.

Convenient Training
We understand the pressures our students face. Many are working and/or raising families while they go to school. This training is designed to fit the needs of busy adult learners through flexible online and in-class learning options.

Industry Certification
Many Algonquin Careers College programs offer the opportunity to pursue industry certifications that show the world you’re a qualified professional in your field.

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A growing need for medical services and improved access to healthcare in Ontario is fuelling demand for trained Medical Office Assistants.

If you enjoy helping others and are interested in getting into a rewarding career in a medical office environment (without spending years in school), now’s the time to consider your potential in Medical Office Assisting.

Become a Qualified Medical Office Assistant

The Medical Office Assistant (MOA) diploma program from Algonquin Careers Academy provides the hands-on clinical training, practical skills and expert guidance it takes to pursue a rewarding healthcare career.

Learning is active and led by experienced medical office professionals. You get the firsthand skills employers look for. Skills include:

Patient registration
Taking medical history, family & patient history
Various body systems and how they function
Medical terminology
Diagnostic procedures
Collecting patient specimens
Health Office Procedures
And More!

Plus, a portion of the program addresses administration of a dental office. Students will learn AbleMed and AbleDent, two automated billing software packages commonly used in Medical and Dental offices.

Graduates enter the professional world prepared to be efficient and effective in medical and dental office environments.

Career Opportunities

Graduates of the Medical Office Assistant program can find employment in general/family practices, dental offices, specialists’ offices, clinics, chiropractor/physiotherapy/podiatrist practices, diagnostic imaging clinics, seniors/nursing homes and various hospital departments. Relevant positions include:

Medical/Dental Receptionist
Medical/Health Office Assistant
Medical/Health Office Manager
Dental Office Assistant
Medical Transcriptionist
Hospital Patient Registration Clerk
Ward Clerk
Medical Billing Clerk/Secretary
Administrator in Government Health Agencies
Medical Secretary

You'll feel confident making the transition from student to working professional with so many opportunities available to pursue.

"I love Algonquin Careers Academy. I would recommend anyone to attend this college.

You feel like family and the environment is so friendly and welcoming."

Stephanie B.

Real-World Lab Experience

During the last 4 weeks of the program you’ll participate in an “on the job” clinical placement so when you graduate, you'll feel comfortable moving into any professional lab setting after gaining real-world experience and industry connections before you graduate.

Convenient Training

We understand the pressures our students face. Many are working and/or raising families while they go to school. This training is designed to fit the needs of busy adult learners through flexible online and in-class learning options.

Accredited Programs

Accreditation provides you with the assurance that the level of education you will receive from Algonquin Careers Academy is industry validated and meets the skills and knowledge requirements of the occupational standards to be successful in your chosen career. Our programs are accredited or endorsed by:

Law Society of Ontario -Paralegal
Canadian Council for Accreditation of Pharmacy Programs - Pharmacy Technician
National Association of Career Colleges - Personal Support Worker
EQual™ Accreditation Canada - Medical Laboratory Assistant/Technician
Medical Laboratory Professionals Association of Ontario (MLPAO) - Medical Laboratory Assistant/Technician

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If you're interested in learning more about career options and exploring whether Algonquin Careers Academy is a good fit for you, fill out the form on this page to receive more information.

For immediate questions, give us a call at 613.722.7811.

Accredited Programs

Accreditation provides you with the assurance that the level of education you will receive from Algonquin Careers Academy is industry validated and meets the skills and knowledge requirements of the occupational standards to be successful in your chosen career.

Our programs are accredited or endorsed by:

Law Society of Ontario -Paralegal
Canadian Council for Accreditation of Pharmacy Programs - Pharmacy Technician
National Association of Career Colleges - Personal Support Worker
EQual™ Accreditation Canada - Medical Laboratory Assistant/Technician
Medical Laboratory Professionals Association of Ontario (MLPAO) - Medical Laboratory Assistant/Technician