This course introduces to the field of Health Office Administration. Students will develop the skills that they need to work productively in a busy health care office or setting. Students participating in the course will receive foundational training in office software applications including, Microsoft Office, keyboarding techniques, Power Point, Outlook and Excel. They will gain in-depth knowledge of accounting software applications, computerized booking, word processing and spreadsheet. Upon completion, students will be able to provide medical administrative support to medical professionals; have an understanding of medical terminology and a basic understanding anatomy and physiology; establish company records; understand the mechanics of scheduling and booking appointments; transcription procedures and techniques; health care billing procedures and techniques. Health Office Administration provides a framework for developing the skills and knowledge needed in an increasingly dynamic office environment with little or no supervision. The objective of this program is to help the student develop the skills and competences needed for increased interpersonal medical office environment. This program includes entry to advanced level training in computer applications such as Microsoft office, office and business skills in addition to heath office procedures, ethics, laws and terminology.