Qualifications

AMSPAR is an Awarding Body, recognised by the Department for Education and Skills.

A range of qualifications are offered.

Medical Administration

Are you a caring person who enjoys working with and for others? Do you enjoy working as part of a team? If the answers are yes, then you could be an ideal person to work in medical administration.

As a medical administrator or receptionist you will fulfil a very important role within a health care environment. You will be part of the ‘front - line’ staff and often the first port of call for patient and relative enquiries, either by telephone or in person. You will also be involved in the electronic “Choose and Book” scheme. The impression that you make on these people will influence their opinion of the organisation that you work for. You will also work as part of a team and liaise with a variety of colleagues and health care professionals.

The medical receptionist or administrator can choose to work within general practice, hospitals, clinics or private practice.

AMSPAR IDMR

(Level 2)

Studying for the AMSPAR Intermediate Diploma in Medical Reception (IDMR) will equip you with the knowledge and skills required for this interesting and challenging role. It will also provide you with a stepping stone into your career.

The IDMR is a nationally recognised qualification for medical receptionists and is accredited by the Qualifications and Curriculum Authority (QCA) within the National Qualifications Framework. The award is set at Level 2 where the Government is directing increased funding through the Learning and Skills Council.

The Course

Unit 1 - Health, Community and Social Services
Unit 2 - Medical Office Practice and Reception Skills
Unit 3 - Medical Aspects of Reception Work
Unit 4 - Medical Reception Work Experience

To achieve the Diploma candidates must:

gain a pass in three written examinations (in June)
gain a pass in nationally set assignments
satisfy the work experience requirements and pass the work based assignment

The programme is available for full or part time study depending on the arrangements of the training provider. The average length of the course is 12 months and is suitable for both school leavers and mature students.

Students who successfully complete the full programme will be invited to become Members of AMSPAR free of charge for the remainder of the membership year in which they achieve their qualification. They are then entitled to post-nominals after their name.

The Association of Medical Secretaries, Practice Managers, Administrators and Receptionists
Registered Charity Number 313310. Registered in England and Wales, Company Number 850300.
Tavistock House North, Tavistock Square, London WC1H 9LN
Telephone: 020 7387 6005, Fax: 020 7388 2648