Online
A flexible online approach developed to allow you to learn at your own pace.
Price from €995
(Instalment Price: €1,095)
Blended Online
Delivered through live online webinars, pre-recorded lectures, and access to associated reading material.
Price from €1,100
(Instalment Price: €1,210)
QQI Approved
QQI Accredited Online Course delivered either Online, In-Class, or Blended
Payment Plans
Choose to pay in full or sign up with with our available instalent plan
Students are introduced to the world of Medical Administration and IT practice. Medical Terminology and Audio Transcription modules provide learners with the theoretical knowledge and practical skills required to pursue an administrative career in the medical, healthcare, or dental sectors.
This course offers progression options for learners to programmes in Universities and Institutes of Technology. Students who complete this major QQI award at Level 5 are eligible to apply through the CAO system for entry into participating courses in the QQI Higher Education Links Scheme (HELS)
Graduates go on to secure employment in administrative affairs within a range of service-related industries, including schools, hospitals, healthcare, medical and dental practices, and within the pharmaceutical sector.
- 5N1549 – Audio Transcription
- 5N2428 – Medical Terminology
- 5N1977 – Word Processing
- 5N1389 – Information and Administration
- 5N1422 – Text Production
- 5N0749 – Anatomy & Physiology
- 5N1356 – Work Experience
- 5N0690 – Communications
Purchasing Multiple Modules (ONLINE ONLY):
| Pay In Full | Number of Minor Awards |
| €250 | One Minor Award |
| €475 | Two Minor Awards |
| €535 | Three Minor Awards |
| €625 | Four Minor Awards |
| €680 | Five Minor Awards |
| €750 | Six Minor Awards |
| €820 | Seven Minor Awards |
| €995 | Eight Minor Awards (Full Course) |
Special Needs Assisting Single Module is €270
Installment options are available for this course. A handling fee will be added at checkout if this option is preferred.
NOTE: When buying modules individually or with another module, course access and/or material will not be released until such time as the relevant fee has been received in full.
The minimum age is 17 Years. All learners must have a good standard of English.
Work Placement required of 160 Hours
- Continuous Assessment.
- Learners may need to complete Patient Manual Handling Training & Cardiac/Basic First Aid Training before completing their work placement which is not provided by Progressive College.
Course Award
QQI supports learners at each stage of their learning journey, whether by issuing and replacing QQI Award certificates, verifying existing qualifications such as FETAC or HETAC awards, or advising on the move to higher education.
As the national awarding body for further education and training and most private higher education providers, QQI works in partnership with providers and stakeholders to develop and maintain award standards. Along with offering guidance on certifying awards and verifying qualifications, we maintain searchable databases of QQI-validated programmes and CAS awards and support the recognition of prior learning, and access, transfer and progression pathways.
Corporate Training
In addition to our scheduled Professional Diploma courses, City Colleges can provide bespoke training over 3 – 4 days, please contact kevin.coyne@citygroup.ie for further details.
Why Progressive College?
Online/Blended Learning
All courses are delivered online/blended learning method
Classroom/Face-To-Face Classes
All courses are delivered in a classroom and part-time setting
QQI Accredited
QQI Accredited Online Course delivered either Online, In-Class, or Blended
Payment Plans Available
Choose to pay in full or sign up with with our available instalment plans
ETBs
Deliver extensively for Educational Training Boards
International Partnerships
Benefit from one of our many international partnerships
City Colleges 
Ashfield College
Progressive College
City Language School
