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NURSING UNIT CLERK

This program prepares students for the challenging and rewarding career of providing clerical and administrative support for a hospital unit or health care institution. Students develop office management and business communications skills for the healthcare environment, and acquire a thorough understanding and ability to interpret and relay medical terminology, medical conditions, pharmacology, surgical procedures, and medical tests.

Graduate employment opportunities include entry level positions in hospitals, doctor offices, long-term care facilities, agencies, walk-in agencies/clinics, and organizations such as VON, Red Cross.

Click on the Course Number for information on prices and start dates.  Course Descriptions are available on the Courses page.


Course Number Course Name
HLT0008 Medical Terminology
HLT0009 Pharmacology for the Medical Office Professional
HLT0010 Medical Conditions for Medical Office Professionals
HLT0056 Working and Communicating in a Medical Setting
HLT0019 Understanding Medical Tests for Medical Office Staff
HLT0044 Understanding Surgical Procedures for Medical Office Staff