Become a Certified Medical Receptionist
Health Studies
A course by
The Career Academy
Online certificate courses designed to provide skills and confidence to work as a medical receptionist, covering medical terminology, office administration, and patient management. Flexible, self-paced learning with industry-recognised qualifications.
Online study
Flexible online learning from anywhere


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Medical Reception Competence
Understand and perform key medical receptionist duties including managing appointments, patient records and communication.

Medical Terminology Knowledge
Gain familiarity with essential medical terms and abbreviations to work effectively in healthcare settings.

Office Administration Skills
Develop skills in office administration tailored to medical environments to support daily operations.
What You're Signing Up For
The Career Academy offers an industry-recognised certificate in medical reception designed for all levels. The program covers essential skills such as medical terminology, office administration, patient management, and telehealth introduction. Flexible online study allows learners to fit the course around their schedule. No prior experience is necessary, and students have access to unlimited tutor support and career services. Qualifications are endorsed by CPD, IARC, and ICOES and recognised in Australia and internationally. Career paths include medical receptionist, medical secretary, and administrative roles in healthcare.
Course Content
- Medical terminology and abbreviations
- Office administration tasks specific to medical practices
- Patient management and communication
- Introduction to telehealth and virtual care delivery
- Human anatomy and physiology basics
- Career support and resume building
- Unlimited tutor support and study resources

What sort of industry will this job lead to
Healthcare Administration
Medical Reception

Future employment opportunities might be
Medical Receptionist
Medical Secretary
Medical Administrative Assistant
Clinic Coordinator
Medical Billing Clerk


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The Career Academy is here to transform your future. As an internationally recognised online education provider, they partner with industry to deliver courses that are practical, flexible, and designed to get results. With expert tutors, a 4.8/5 star student rating, and graduates in New Zealand, Australia, Ireland and the UK, The Career Academy has already helped over 25,000 learners each year gain the skills, confidence, and qualifications to take their next step. You could be next.