Occupational Health and Safety
OCHS 3620 - Disability Case Management

Focuses on return to work options and opportunities for workers who have suffered injuries. Introduces the integrated case management team concept. Although often considered a cost reduction tool, demonstrates how the integrated team approach can be designed to ensure the dignity and well-being of the injured worker. Module topics include an overview of injury management, rehabilitation and return to work, legislation policies and ethics, collective agreement considerations, basics of assessment and treatment, negotiation skills, case studies, and development of a practical injury management plan for the workplace. Prerequisites: OCHS 1000 and (OCHS 1100 or OCHS 2100) (3 Credits)

Winter 2012

Jan 09-Mar 30	12 Weeks	$512.29	CRN: 46418
Jan 09-Mar 30			DIS
Instructor: Laura Hardacre
Note: This is a Distance Learning course (paper-based) with weekly tutor support (available by e-mail and/or phone). Upon registration, expect to receive a confirmation e-mail entitled 'OCHS 3620 - Winter Term - Course Information from BCIT'. Please ensure you have an active e-mail address on file with BCIT. COURSE MATERIALS: The above price is for tuition only. Course materials are additional, and must be ordered from the BCIT Bookstore. Orders can be placed online at http://www.bcit.ca/bookstore/ or by phone at 604-432-8379 / 1-877-333-8379 on or after November 28. SPONSORED STUDENTS: Detailed information is available online. For course registration visit: http://www.bcit.ca/admission/fees/sponsorship.shtml . For course materials visit: http://www.bcit.ca/bookstore/sponsored.shtml . If you/your sponsor require a proposed program outlining the entire 45-credit Certificate, contact the Program Head, Dave Wood at 604-432-8220 / 1-800-663-6542, ext. 8220 or david_wood@bcit.ca . IMPORTANT: Late registration will NOT be accepted (registration closes the day before the term starts - subject to availability). This course will be offered again in the Spring 2012 Term (April-June). Web registration will open Sunday, February 12 and phone registration on Monday, February 13 (604-434-1610 or 1-866-434-1610, option 1).
Note: Guided learning format.
Note: This course is in progress. For more information on the availability of this course, please contact the appropriate Program Assistant [PDF].
Important course information will be sent to you prior to your course start date. Check your myBCIT email account to access this information.

Jan 09-Mar 30	12 Weeks	$154.27	CRN: 48894
Jan 09-Mar 30			DIS
Note: This is a Re-Registration course for students, who in the previous term, did not complete their Distance Learning course, and need to use the one-time option to extend their term for another 12-weeks at a reduced fee. Weekly tutor support (via e-mail and/or phone) is included. Upon re-registration, expect to receive confirmation via e-mail. NOTE: No additional course materials are required from the BCIT Bookstore. The 'Student Handbook', 'Student Planner' + 'Request To Write Exam' forms will be available ONLINE at http://www.bcit.ca/distance/learnersupport/resources.shtml
Note: Available for re-registration (course extension) only.
Note: This course is in progress. For more information on the availability of this course, please contact the appropriate Program Assistant [PDF].
Important course information will be sent to you prior to your course start date. Check your myBCIT email account to access this information.