The Inspirational Scoop on Medical Office Administration – From Students Like YOU!

The healthcare industry depends on skilled professionals who provide the administrative, technical, team and patient support from behind the desk and behind the scenes, daily. As a medical office assistant, versed in the ways of medical terminology, and tasks to support the fundamental functioning of doctor’s offices, clinics, and hospitals, you are invaluable.
As you look to this in-demand career and determine whether a medical assistant training program and medical administration courses are for you, there is no greater tell-tale than the stories from the students who have taken the leap before you. And we have plenty. When we reached out to our students to share their experiences, those from our Medical Office Administration (MOA) program flooded in. From insights on what to expect from the program, the highlights of learning and the impact of the faculty and staff to the potential career opportunities after graduation, these graduates offer an overview of precisely what it’s like to go for Anderson’s medical administrative assistant diploma.
Whether you’re a single mom or dad, new to Canada, have lost your job and are focused on starting over or are looking to take your career and life to new levels, MOA is an incredible option, and you’ll find a student sharing , below, that will let you know … you’re not alone and you can do this!
No matter how proud we may be at Anderson College, of our 138-year history, compassionate community known for cheering students on and track record for ensuring our grads have the competitive edge … nothing is more powerful than what they have to share.
The Scoop from our MOA Students, for You.
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Quotes to Make You Consider …
I chose Anderson College because the location was convenient and the hours of the course fitted my schedule. My teacher was amazing and always available to answer any questions I had, even outside of class hours. I graduated and got hired at my placement site in the hospital. I’m so happy because I love working in a hospital environment. I really enjoyed my experience at Anderson College. ~ Jessica B.
I liked that I could do the MOA program primarily online, while I had my kids at home. The teachers really cared about the students and did their best to help us all understand the work. I did my placement at Sage Naturopathic Clinic and was lucky to be hired when I completed my hours. ~ Rebeca J.
I chose Anderson College to do my Medical Office Administrator course because it was the closest campus to me. Virtual learning was a new challenge but my teachers were patient and spent extra time with me when needed. I enjoyed all my classes, and now, I know how to take vitals, fill out referrals, and transcribe. All my efforts and hard work led me to work at a new Chiropractic Clinic. ~ Christine D.
I decided to opt for Medical Office Administration. At that time, I wondered how I could manage my family commitments. My teacher’s instructions were exceptionally good and enabled me to understand the course materials. As I got the opportunity to study virtually and had the best lectures, I successfully completed my fifteen courses. I am so proud of myself as an Anderson College student, and the courageous moments I’ve experienced here will inspire me forever. ~ Thushyanthy P.
1.23 Seconds of Powerful Insight – from a proud Anderson Grad
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We’re wildly proud of our MOA graduates, happy they made Anderson their medical assistant college of choice and deeply grateful we were able to be a small part of their extraordinary life journey. Knowing they’re achieving their career goals and have memories with Anderson to last a lifetime, is precisely why our team does what we do everyday. We’d love to have the opportunity to empower you to go after your dreams too.
If you’re still exploring how your interests fit a future career, you can take our “Medical Office Administration Career Training Readiness Quiz”.
But if you’re ready to start your Medical Office Administration career today, we’re here to help. Book a virtual appointment with our Admissions team, and let’s get you on your way to being able to share your success story too!
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