Medical Office Assistant Diploma
Become the person every clinic, hospital, and specialist office needs at the front desk — in as little as 6 months, 100% online.
What You’ll Learn
The Medical Office Assistant Diploma is a comprehensive, career-focused program designed to prepare you for administrative roles in medical clinics, hospitals, specialist offices, and other healthcare environments across Ontario.
You’ll develop practical skills in electronic medical records (EMR) systems, patient scheduling, medical billing and coding, insurance form processing, healthcare correspondence, and confidential patient data management.
Is This For You?
This program is designed for:
No prior medical office experience required. This diploma is designed for both newcomers to healthcare and experienced administrators looking to specialize. If you’re accurate, organized, and ready to support healthcare teams, you’re ready.
Why This Program
Built for professionals ready to be the first point of contact in healthcare.
Medical office assistants keep clinics, specialist practices, and healthcare offices running. From patient scheduling and intake to EMR management, medical billing, and health records — this diploma builds the complete skill set that every medical practice needs.
Run a medical front office
Manage scheduling, patient intake, correspondence, and day-to-day clinic operations.
Master EMR systems and medical billing
Work with electronic medical records, process insurance forms, and handle billing accurately.
Maintain patient records with precision
Handle confidential health information with accuracy, compliance, and professional responsibility.
Work across healthcare settings
Build skills applicable to medical clinics, hospitals, specialist offices, and community health centres.
“I started at a family practice two weeks after finishing.”
— Jasmine L., Medical Office Assistant Diploma ’26Tuition & Payment Options
Choose the path that works for you.
Then 7 monthly payments of $500
- York College Access Grant ($3,000) — for all self-funded students, applied at enrolment
- No separate application — it’s our commitment to accessible education
- Flexible monthly payments available
- Better Jobs Ontario
- Ontario Works
- ODSP
- WSIB
- Indigenous Education Funding
- Approval required before enrolment — for Better Jobs Ontario, through an Employment Ontario service provider
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does it actually cost out of pocket?
Our published tuition for this program is $6,995. To make education accessible to self-funded students — many of whom are newcomers and career changers — every self-funded student receives the York College Access Grant of $3,000, applied automatically at enrolment. That brings your tuition to $3,995, and you can start with a $495 deposit followed by 7 monthly instalments of $500.
If you qualify for Better Jobs Ontario, Ontario Works, or another government funding program, your tuition may be fully covered by your funding program — meaning nothing out of pocket. Note that funding approval must be in place before you enrol; for Better Jobs Ontario, this means pre-approval through an Employment Ontario service provider. We’re happy to help you find out what you qualify for.
Is this program recognized by employers in Ontario?
Can I complete this while working full-time?
Do I need previous experience in healthcare administration?
Is financial aid or payment plans available?
Funding & Financial Support
ESDC-Certified Institution · Tuition eligible for federal tax credits
Can I get funding to cover the cost of this program?
What is Better Jobs Ontario and do I qualify?
Better Jobs Ontario (formerly Second Career) helps unemployed and low-income Ontarians retrain for in-demand careers. As of January 2026:
- Up to $28,000 for training under 52 weeks (including micro-credentials and certificates)
- Up to $35,000 for 1–2 year programs
- Covers tuition, books, transportation, living allowance, and dependent care
You may qualify if you’ve been laid off, unemployed for 12+ weeks, or are receiving EI, Ontario Works, or ODSP. Eligibility now also includes gig workers, newcomers, and self-employed individuals. All York College programs fall within the eligible duration.
Important: You must be approved through an Employment Ontario service provider before starting your training. Learn more →
What if I don’t qualify for government funding?
You still have options:
- York College Access Grant — automatically reduces self-funded tuition by $3,000
- Employer sponsorship — many employers cover tuition as professional development
- Canada Training Credit — refundable federal tax credit for Canadians 26–65 with earned income (eligible for our short certificates and micro-credentials)
- Tuition Tax Credit — claimable through T2202 for our vocational diploma programs
- Flexible payment plans — start now with a small initial payment
Consult a tax advisor or visit canada.ca for guidance on tax credit eligibility.
Will I receive a T2202 tax form?
Yes — for our vocational diploma programs. You’ll receive your T2202 by the end of February following the tax year, which can be used to claim the federal Tuition Tax Credit.
For our short certificate courses and micro-credentials, T2202 forms are not issued due to our self-paced format, but tuition may still qualify for the Canada Training Credit. Please consult a tax advisor or visit canada.ca for guidance.
How do I find out which funding options are available to me?
York College of Applied Studies is registered under the Ontario Career Colleges Act, 2005, by the Ministry of Colleges and Universities, and is certified by Employment and Social Development Canada (ESDC).
Earn a Verifiable Digital Credential
Note: All certificate images are for illustrative purposes only and may be subject to change at the discretion of York College of Applied Studies.
Receive your official digital credential
When you complete the program, you’ll receive a secure, verifiable digital credential issued by York College of Applied Studies. Your credential can be downloaded for your records, shared directly with employers, and added to your LinkedIn and other professional profiles.
Resources for future medical office assistants
We can help you find the right path.
Tell us about your experience and interests — we’ll recommend a starting point. No pressure, no obligation.
“I’d been doing general office admin for five years but couldn’t get interviews at medical offices without healthcare-specific training. This diploma gave me EMR skills, medical billing knowledge, and the confidence to handle patient intake professionally.”
— Jasmine L., Medical Office Assistant Diploma ’26
