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The Dental Administrative  program at PTI  is one of the leading dental administrative programs you can apply for because we prepare you to compete for great jobs in the dental industry with practical training. The Dental Office Administration program will empower you with the necessary knowledge and confidence to provide excellent customer service and support in a dental office. You'll gain an understanding of dental terminology, billing procedures, appointment management, insurance company protocols, and communication skills. You'll also have hands-on training in dental software applications and learn how to deal with patients’ charts in a clinical setting.

Program Description

• With a 100-hour-long practicum placement included, you'll have the chance to gain valuable real-world experience, designed to give you an advantage when launching your new career. 

Course Duration & Timings

•  1 Year: 1040 Hours (52 Weeks) 
• 20 Hours a Week, 4 Hours Theory.
• Shift timings Theory: Monday to Friday:  Morning Group 9:00 AM to 1:30 PM ,  Evening Group 2:30 PM to 8:00 PM
• Shift timings Practicum: Monday to Friday:  9:00 AM  to 9:00 PM. You can set up the time with program coordinator

Course Outline

• Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel
• Professional Skills
• Medical Emergency, First Aid, CPR and WHMIS
• Keyboarding
• Health Care Communications
• Medical Language I
•  Medical Language II
• Dental Reception Procedures
• Dental Insurance
• Charting and Records Management
• Financial Systems
• Dental Software Management
• Career and Employment Strategies
• Practicum

Admission Requirements

• Minimum 18 years of age -Alberta High School Diploma or equivalent -Mature students- away from school for at least 1 year and pass entrance exam (Wonderlic, passing mark of 20) International Student Assessment from IQAS, WES, or other assessment agencies recognized by Peerless Training Institute -English Language Benchmark 6(CLBA) or IELTS 5.5 -Interview with school to determine program suitability.

Total Tuition$16,800.00 (Reviewed Annually)

Total Books/Supplies/Other Fees$1,650.00

This program is eligible for full-time post-secondary assistance by Student Aid Alberta for the funding year 2019/08/01 to 2020/07/31*.

* Tuition and fees are provided to Student Aid Alberta and may be used when processing full-time post-secondary funding applications. The educational costs provided are based on a 100% full-course load and may not reflect current or all educational costs charged by the school. Contact the school to obtain accurate educational cost information.

Peerless Training Institute is glad to offer its 26 weeks Medical Office Assistant Certificate Program. Medical Office Assistants, sometimes called Medical Office Administrators, play an important role in the healthcare system and keep medical offices or clinics running smoothly and efficiently. Graduates of the Peerless Training Institute’s Medical Office Assistant program are often the first people to interact with patients, meaning they can shape the experience of an entire visit. 

Our Medical Office Assistant program not only teaches you the specialist skills required to be part of a health care team; but also core administrative skills that are transferable across all industries.

Program Description

• You will advance your career opportunities by earning a Medical Office Assistant certificate that reflects high standards of learning.
• Our MOA graduates are fully qualified to work in a hands-on administrative and or clinical support capacity in any medical field,
• You will participate in the delivery of a variety healthcare industry tasks.
• Multiple scheduling options have been provided and designed for flexibility and convenience with your work schedule. 

Course Duration & Timings

• 26 Weeks: 820 Hours and 160 Hours of Practicum.
• 30 Hours a Week, 5 Hours Theory for 5 Days and 5 Hours of Practicum per week. 
• Shift timings Theory: Monday to Friday:  Morning Group 9:00 AM to 2:30 PM ,  Evening Group 3:30 PM to 9:00 PM
• Shift timings Practicum: Monday to Friday:  9:00 AM  to 9:00 PM. You can set up the time with program coordinator.

Course Outline

• Program Orientation: 2 days 
• Clinical and Administrative Procedures
• Medical Terminology
• Keyboarding
• Employment skills
• Clinical Placement
• Additional Certification

Admission Requirements

• Student must meet ONE of the following criteria: 1. Alberta high school diploma, verified by transcript, or non-Alberta equivalent Credit in English 30-1 or minimum 65% in English 30-2 or equivalent credit in a Grade 10 math (excluding Math 10-4 and Math 16 levels. OR 2. Successful completion of the General Equivalency Diploma (G.E.D.) Test that consists of five tests with minimum score in the following sections; Interpreting Literature and Art: 520 minimum standard score Writing Skills: 520 minimum standard score Math Test: 450 minimum score Keyboarding (15wpm, no errors) Clear Security Clearance - Prior to practicum a vulnerable sector security check would be needed. Ability to carry out the workload - Determined during interview Current Record of Immunization with up to date immunization record such as Hep B Vaccination Interview with program coordinator for program suitability/aptitude test
• Mature Admission: Students must meet the following criteria: 1. Must be 18 years of age or older, out of school for at least 2 years 2. Complete an academic achievement test to demonstrate required competency Standard testing; for PTI the required test would be CAAT (Canadian Adult Achievement Test) Level D (content reference score) which measures 11-12+ years of formal education and have probably finished high school. 3. Students whose first language is not English will need to provide proof of Canadian Language Benchmark level. Required to achieve a minimum level of CLB7

Total Tuition$9,400.00 (Reviewed Annually)

Total Books/Supplies/Other Fees$650.00

This program is eligible for full-time post-secondary assistance by Student Aid Alberta for the funding year 2019/08/01 to 2020/07/31*.

* Tuition and fees are provided to Student Aid Alberta and may be used when processing full-time post-secondary funding applications. The educational costs provided are based on a 100% full-course load and may not reflect current or all educational costs charged by the school. Contact the school to obtain accurate educational cost information.