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Become an Administrative Specialist


RMC’s Administrative Programs include:

  • Administrative Office Specialist (one-term, face-to-face program if taken full time)
  • Bookkeeping Professional (one-term, online program if taken full time)
  • Medical Office Administrator (two-term, hybrid program if taken full time)
  • Medical Booking Clerk (one-term, part time hybrid program)
  • Medical Scheduling Clerk (one-term, hybrid program if taken full time)

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    There are multiple Administrative Programs available at RMC
    Administrative Office SpecialistIn order to enter the workforce or change careers, you must have a solid foundation in basic computer, organizational and communication skills. This program has been designed to prepare you for today’s office with a foundation of software, communications and bookkeeping skills.
    Bookkeeping ProfessionalRMC’s Bookkeeping Professional program is designed to enhance your existing office skills with Bookkeeping skills, including budgeting, cost management, payroll administration and industry leading software like Quickbooks and Sage.
    Medical Office AdministratorMedical Office Administrators (MOAs), work in doctor’s offices, clinics and other related medical services. Working as an MOA requires specialized training in fields like anatomy, pharmacology, document handling, referrals and billing to accompany other administrative skills.
    Medical Booking ClerkFor a shorter, introductory version of the MOA, students may choose to take the Booking Clerk Program. Booking clerks perform scheduling and booking functions for outpatient clinics, support medical imaging teams, organize patient appointments and locate / file appropriate documentation.
    Medical Scheduling ClerkMedical Scheduling Clerks (MSCs) perform scheduling functions for outpatient clinics and often work for regional health authorities. They are proficient with terminology, scheduling software and common computer programs like Microsoft Word and Excel.

    Why Ridge Meadows College?

    How it Works

    The Administrative programs at RMC may be taken full-time or part time at a comfortable speed for the student.  Students may also choose to take individual courses without completing the certificate.  Term starts are in September and January.

    RMC’s instructors are seasoned industry leaders with an emphasis on practical experience in the field. 

    Course sizes are generally limited to a max of 20 people, so students get plenty of face-time with instructors

    The RMC Advantage

    RMC is publicly operated by School District 42 (Maple Ridge – Pitt Meadows), one of the largest employers in Maple Ridge.  Its programs are designed to meet local market needs and to be of the upmost quality. Because RMC operates much like a non-profit, tuition fees are usually significantly cheaper than other private institutions and the quality of education on par with public colleges.

    Sign up for a free info session!

    For Administrative Office Specialist and Bookkeeping Professional, take the Administration and Bookkeeping Session.
    For all Medical Administrator programs, take the Medical Office Administrator Info Session.