SUNY REOC: Rochester Educational Opportunity Center

The Medical Secretary Program prepares the graduate for entry-level employment in a variety of healthcare environments. Students learn theory and gain hands-on experience through internships with the local healthcare community. Potential careers include: Receptionist, Office Clerk/Assistant, Data Entry, Secretary, Records Clerk in a medical/healthcare setting.

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Requirements**

Click Here to see REOC Admission Requirements. View Medical Secretary Program Requirements Checklist.

FAQ's:

Q: How do I find out more information about the Office Technology Program?

A: To find out more information about the Office Technology programs, visit the REOC Admissions Office or contact the Office Technology Chairperson at 232-2730, ext. 272.

Q: Can you tell me more about the Medical Secretary, Office and Administrative Support and Medical Office Preparation Programs?

A: Both the Medical Secretary and Office and Administrative Support Programs are 30-week certificate programs where classes are held during the day from 8:30 a.m.-2:10 p.m. Both programs prepare the student for entry-level employment in a variety of healthcare and office environments. Potential careers include receptionist, office clerk, typist, secretary, records clerk, file clerk, office assistant, data entry assistant, and keyboard specialist. Each program offers hands-on training through participation in an internship experience. The Medical Office Preparation program is a series of 3 ten-week evening classes where classes meet twice a week for 30-weeks. The courses in the MOP program include medical terminology, medical billing and coding, and medical transcription. Students must meet certain requirements in all the programs.

Q: How do I register for the Medical Secretary, Office & Administrative Support, MOP Program, or Stand-alone courses?

A. To register for the programs, visit the Admissions office on the first floor of the REOC building. To find out additional admission information, visit the REOC Admissions Department web page or call the Admissions Office at 232-2730.

Q: What are the requirements for admittance into the Office Technology Programs?

A: The requirements for admittance into the Office Technology day programs is a TABE score of 8.0 reading, 8.0 math and a high school diploma or GED.

Q: What is the student cost for the Office Technology Programs?

The program is tuition-free*.  Please contact the Admissions department for additional information.

Q: How do I get in touch with my instructor?

A: The best way to find out how to contact your instructor is to refer to your course Information sheets. Instructors will list contact information on the course information sheets.

Q. Will I be able to find a job upon completion of the program?

A. EOC faculty and staff and the various REOC departments work with each student to assist in job placement. For answers to other questions, call the Office Technology Department at (585) 232-2730, ext. 272 or send an e-mail to mchapman@brockport.edu. For more information about the admissions process, visit the REOC Admissions Department Web page.

Career Options:

Receptionist; Office Clerk/Assistant; Data Entry/Typist; Secretary or Records Clerk.

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