Medical Secretary Diploma (Full)
Earn up to £30,000+ as a qualified Medical Secretary. Build the practical, job-ready skills needed to work in GP surgeries, hospitals, and private healthcare settings with confidence.
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About this Medical Secretary Diploma
Who the Medical Secretary Diploma is for
This Medical Secretary Diploma is designed for individuals who want to work in healthcare administration roles. It’s suitable for beginners as well as those with admin experience looking to move into the medical sector.
- Beginners wanting a structured pathway into medical administration
- Individuals aiming to work in GP surgeries, hospitals, or clinics
- Admin professionals looking to specialise in healthcare
- Career changers moving into healthcare roles
Why choose this Medical Secretary Diploma?
This Medical Secretary Diploma is designed to build the practical skills needed to work confidently in healthcare environments. It focuses on real administrative tasks, medical knowledge, and preparing you for roles within the NHS or private sector.
- Covers real workplace tasks (not just theory)
- Designed for UK healthcare employers
- More flexible than classroom training
- More practical than short courses
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Jobs you can apply for with the Medical Secretary Diploma
A Medical Secretary Diploma prepares you for specialist administrative roles in healthcare, with skills in medical terminology, patient communication, and clinical documentation that employers and the NHS actively require.
- Medical Secretary
- Senior Medical Secretary
- GP Practice Secretary
- Clinical Administrator
- Medical Receptionist
Medical Secretary Diploma Units
This Medical Secretary Diploma covers the core skills needed to work in NHS and private healthcare settings, including administration, medical terminology, patient communication, and the use of healthcare systems.
Learn the organisational and procedural skills to keep any medical office running smoothly.
Diary Management
Organising Business Meetings
Composing Medical Letters and Emails
Develop strong document production skills essential for professional healthcare settings.
Mail Merge
Medical Audio Transcription
Medical Documents
Touch Typing and Speed Development – Interactive Program
Develop a strong foundation in the most widely used office software, giving you the confidence to handle any task in a professional environment. You’ll cover Word for word processing, Outlook for email and personal information management, Excel for spreadsheets, charts, and graphs, PowerPoint for electronic presentations, Access for databases, and Publisher for desktop publishing, along with internet and web research. These skills will ensure you’re fully prepared for the digital demands of today’s workplace.
Build the professional behaviours and confidence needed to excel in demanding healthcare roles.
Professional Telephone and Communication Skills
Professional Customer Care Skills
Managing Workload
Maintaining Professional Working Relationships
Managing Ergonomics/Health and Safety
Gain a deep knowledge of the medical language essential for working in hospitals, GP practices, and the private sector.
Basic Term Construction
Digestive System
Respiratory System
Cardiovascular System
Blood and Lymphatic System
Oncology
Renal System
Male & Female Reproduction System
Pregnancy, Childbirth and Paediatrics
Muscular System
Nervous System
Connective System
Sensory Organs
Infection and Disease
Pathology and Drugs
Endocrine System
(Includes Revision and Mocks, with option of AMSPAR external exam.)
Stay ahead of the curve by learning how to use artificial intelligence as a powerful workplace tool. This unit shows you how to apply AI directly to the role — from managing diaries and drafting documents to preparing reports, analysing data and streamlining communication. You’ll gain the knowledge and confidence to harness AI safely and effectively, making you more efficient, future-ready, and indispensable in your job role.
Payment Options
Price
Was £1,550 Now £930
💳 Pay in Full
3️⃣ Pay in 3
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Time to complete
5 months full-time
Complete in as little as 5 months or take up to 18 months – flexible study to suit you.
Location
100% online
Learn 100% online with full tutor support, wherever you are in the world.
Accredited
Yes – NCFE CQ & CPD
Graduate with a nationally recognised NCFE CQ & CPD qualification.
Real Graduate Results
“I was offered an NHS Band 3 Medical Secretary role after starting the course.” - Megan
Real Earning Potential
Medical Secretaries can earn up to £30,000 per year*
Real Qualifications
Accepted by NHS employers and private healthcare providers.
Why Employers Value a Recognised Qualification
Medical Secretary roles, particularly within the NHS and established private practices, are highly competitive. Employers often list a medical administration or secretarial qualification as desirable when shortlisting candidates.
A recognised diploma demonstrates structured training, specialist terminology knowledge, and professional readiness. This helps your application stand out in a competitive healthcare job market.
Student Reviews
I have completed the Level 3 Medical Secretary Course with Lewis College. I have really enjoyed the course and it's content. Some of the content I already had experience with but there was lots I had not done before and I am glad to be able to refresh and add to my knowledge, and also be able to prove to future employers that I am able to do these things - a big tick for my CV! I started this course when working in a call centre which I did not enjoy and wanted a change. I have since changed to a band 3 medical secretary role in the NHS with no previous experience in healthcare whilst I was in the middle of this course and I definitely think mentioning it my interview gave me a big leg up. The tutors are all very friendly and encouraging. I would be happy to complete another course with Lewis College.
I started a Virtual Assistant course with Lewis College, and the experience has been fantastic.
After being away from studying for so long, I honestly thought it would feel daunting but the tutors made the journey so comfortable and reassuring from the very beginning.
They were incredibly supportive, patient, and encouraging throughout, always taking the time to help and guide me whenever I needed it.
A huge thank you to Simon, Craig, and Rebecca.
After being away from studying for so long, I honestly thought it would feel daunting but the tutors made the journey so comfortable and reassuring from the very beginning.
They were incredibly supportive, patient, and encouraging throughout, always taking the time to help and guide me whenever I needed it.
A huge thank you to Simon, Craig, and Rebecca.
I completed the Executive PA Diploma and couldn’t be happier with the course. The tutors were always helpful and supportive, and I gained so much valuable knowledge. This course really prepares you for a PA role, and I would highly recommend it to anyone.
I recently completed the Executive PA Diploma at Lewis College and I couldn’t recommend it more highly. The course is extremely well structured, nicely paced, and covers a huge amount of relevant material without ever feeling overwhelming.
A special thank you to the wonderful tutors, especially Rebecca, Simon, Craig and Jen, who were incredibly supportive, knowledgeable, and encouraging throughout the programme. Their guidance really made a difference and helped bring the content to life.
The diploma covers so much that is directly applicable to building and advancing your career as an Executive PA. I’ve learned valuable skills, gained confidence, and feel far more prepared for professional growth.
I would highly recommend this course to anyone looking to develop their career and invest in their future. An excellent experience from start to finish!
A special thank you to the wonderful tutors, especially Rebecca, Simon, Craig and Jen, who were incredibly supportive, knowledgeable, and encouraging throughout the programme. Their guidance really made a difference and helped bring the content to life.
The diploma covers so much that is directly applicable to building and advancing your career as an Executive PA. I’ve learned valuable skills, gained confidence, and feel far more prepared for professional growth.
I would highly recommend this course to anyone looking to develop their career and invest in their future. An excellent experience from start to finish!
I recently completed the excellent bespoke advanced IT course with Lewis College. The course was very well structured and flexible with excellent tutors who responded quickly and professionally providing support in advancing skills and confidence to complete the assignments and work. I would highly recommend Lewis College and am very happy with the outcome and experience.
I've had a great experience studying with Lewis College. The communication has always been clear and supportive, and the team is very responsive whenever I've had questions. My course was well structured, easy to follow and genuinely helped me develop valuable new skills. Overall, I highly recommend Lewis College for anyone considering further training or professional development.
I studied a Level 3 Medical Secretary Diploma with Lewis College over 18-months and I couldn’t rate them higher. The support has been incredible and all the tutors have been friendly, supportive and always provided prompt feedback and responses to any queries. The course content was indepth over all modules and covers absolutely everything - having this course and qualification on my CV despite at the time still studying it still led to me getting 2 job offers of a Medical Administrator as well as an NHS Medical Secretary. I loved the flexibility of this course, whilst studying I changed jobs, moved house and went through a period of illhealth which meant there were periods I wouldn’t study for a few weeks at a time, but again the support and understanding from the tutors and having access to the course for 18-months meant there were no concerns in terms of not having enough time to finish the course. If you’re looking at a career change into medical administration/secretarial work, I’d highly recommend this course.
I recently completed my PA Certificate at Lewis College, and I could not be happier with the experience. The course was well-structured, highly informative, and delivered in a clear and engaging way. The tutors were incredibly supportive, always available to answer questions and provide helpful guidance throughout the programme.
Lewis College truly helped me build confidence in my skills and prepared me thoroughly for the next step in my career. I am very grateful for their professionalism, encouragement, and dedication to student success. I would highly recommend Lewis College to anyone looking to develop their administrative or PA skills.
Lewis College truly helped me build confidence in my skills and prepared me thoroughly for the next step in my career. I am very grateful for their professionalism, encouragement, and dedication to student success. I would highly recommend Lewis College to anyone looking to develop their administrative or PA skills.
I have thoroughly enjoyed studying the Medical Secretary Diploma Level 3 course with Lewis College. The course content was comprehensive, well-structured, and highly relevant to real-world medical administration. Each module built my confidence and developed my understanding of both medical terminology and professional office procedures.
The tutors were extremely supportive and responsive, always providing clear feedback and encouragement throughout the course - special thanks to Simon and Rebecca. I particularly appreciated the flexibility of the programme, which allowed me to balance my studies with other commitments without feeling overwhelmed.
Overall, this course has given me the knowledge and practical skills needed to progress in a medical administrative career. I would highly recommend Lewis College to anyone looking for a professional, supportive, and rewarding learning experience.
The tutors were extremely supportive and responsive, always providing clear feedback and encouragement throughout the course - special thanks to Simon and Rebecca. I particularly appreciated the flexibility of the programme, which allowed me to balance my studies with other commitments without feeling overwhelmed.
Overall, this course has given me the knowledge and practical skills needed to progress in a medical administrative career. I would highly recommend Lewis College to anyone looking for a professional, supportive, and rewarding learning experience.
Recently completed the Medical Secretary Short Course and can say that Rebecca was brilliant, very helpful and so supportive! Definitely recommend!
More information
No formal qualifications are needed to enrol — just a good level of English and a drive to succeed. This makes the Medical Secretary Diploma (Full) accessible to anyone ready to take the next step in their career, whether you’re starting fresh or looking to advance.
The diploma is delivered 100% online, giving you the freedom to study anytime, anywhere. You can work at your own pace and fit your learning around your lifestyle, while still benefiting from expert tutor guidance..
All assessments are completed online, making them simple and convenient. Each assignment is carefully reviewed by your tutor, who provides personalised feedback to help you progress with confidence. On completion, you’ll achieve an NCFE CQ-certified qualification.
You’ll have access to expert tutors who provide one-to-one feedback, guidance, and support via email and video calls throughout your studies. They’ll be there to answer your questions, keep you on track, and ensure you feel confident as you progress.
You can start at any time — there are no fixed enrolment dates. The diploma is designed to be flexible, with a completion time of up to 18 months at a pace that suits you.
Yes. On successful completion, you’ll receive an NCFE CQ certified qualification, a nationally recognised award that demonstrates your skills and credibility to employers.
Graduates typically move into specialist roles such as Medical Secretary, Medical Administrator, Clinic Coordinator, or Healthcare Support Officer. With your qualification, you’ll also be well-placed to progress into senior healthcare administration roles, supporting doctors, consultants, and medical teams.
We offer flexible monthly instalments to help spread the cost, plus big savings when you choose to pay in full. You can also pay securely using Klarna, PayPal, major credit or debit cards, or bank transfer.
Medical Secretaries in the UK can typically earn between £22,000 and £30,000 per year, depending on experience, location, and the healthcare setting. With additional training and experience, many progress into senior administrative roles within hospitals, GP practices, and private healthcare, where salaries can rise further.
Yes, many of our students are funded by their employers as part of their professional development. We can provide invoices, receipts, and any required documentation to make the process simple for your company. If you’d like to explore this option, just let us know when enquiring.
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