National Diploma in Medical Secretary
        
            A national diploma will be issued by the department of higher education and training following the successful completion of both 
                    the theoretical and practical component, a level 6 [360 credits] university equivalent diploma is attainable via this channel. 
                    The total duration of study is a combined of 18months theory and 18months [minimum training period of 3years]. This qualification
                     is QCTO accredited and department of higher education and training registered, a certificate is issued at the 
                    completion of each level and a diploma will be issued only after a successful completion of both the theoretical and practical component.
        
          
        N4 [certificate level]
        
            - office practice
- communication
- medical practice
- information processing
N5 [certificate level]
        
            - office practice
- communication
- medical practice
- information processing
N6 [certificate level]
        
            - office practice
- communication
- medical practice
- information processing