Course Overview
Healthcare administration is rapidly changing and electronic files are replacing paper files. The Electronic Medical Records (EMR) course explores key aspects of software systems used by healthcare providers for scheduling, referrals, requisitions, patient management and record keeping. You will be introduced to the Collaborative Health Record (CHR) software system and other Electronic Medical Records (EMR) software. This course includes lectures, exercises and hands-on practical software use for administration and clinical application in physicians’ offices and clinics. You will configure, organize, and navigate the CHR system to input and retrieve electronic medical data. This course is a required component of the Medical Office Assistant program and may also be taken as a stand-alone course by MOA graduates and other healthcare workers.
Prerequisite(s)
- No prerequisites are required for this course.
Credits
3.0
Registration requirements
Departmental approval is required to register for this course. Departmental approval is required for this course. You will not be able to register without it.
Domestic fees
$445.42
International fees are typically 3.25 times the domestic tuition. Exact cost will be calculated upon completion of registration.
Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:
- Accurately perform tasks using Collaborative Health Record (CHR) industry software.
- Describe the core functions of an electronic medical record system.
- Explain the key uses and benefits of Electronic Medical Records (EMR) software.
- Organize and configure an EMR system.
- Configure an electronic appointment book.
- Manage EMR clinical documents.
- Manage clinical tasks in business software.
- Enter patient medical information in business software.
- Manage incoming and outgoing referrals.
- Generate accurate medical invoices with fee codes.
- Manage electronic clinical records and administrative documents.
- Use security measures, such as password protection, data encryption, and access controls, to safeguard information.
- Follow security protocols when working with electronic medical records (EMRs) and other sensitive medical data.
Effective as of Fall 2025
Related Programs
Electronic Medical Records (OFFC 1055) is offered as a part of the following programs:
- Indicates programs accepting international students.
School of Business + Media
- Healthcare Unit Clerk
Associate Certificate Part-time
- Medical Office Assistant
Associate Certificate Part-time
Course Offerings
Winter 2026
Below are two offerings of OFFC 1055 for the Winter 2026 term.
CRN 91796
Dates
Jan 08 - Mar 26 Loading
- CRN 91796
- $445.42 Domestic fees
Class meeting times
| Dates | Days | Times | Locations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan 08 - Mar 26 | Thu | 18:00 - 21:00 | Online |
Duration
12 weeks
Instructor
Ailin Chen
Course outline
Important information
- Important course information will be sent to you prior to your course start date. Check your myBCIT email account to access this information.
- Registration is restricted to students accepted into the Healthcare Unit Clerk or Medical Office Assistant programs. This course is delivered live and online via Microsoft Teams at set times each week. You will need a computer with a webcam, microphone, and stable internet connection to participate in class. Contact sobm-moa@bcit.ca for questions related to this course or programs.
Confirmation
Required
To proceed with registration and add this course to the cart, please confirm:
No approval yet? Request approval Departmental approval is required for this course. You will not be able to register without it.
Status
If you have any questions about this course, please contact us.
CRN 84441
Dates
Jan 10 - Mar 28 Loading
- CRN 84441
- $445.42 Domestic fees
Class meeting times
| Dates | Days | Times | Locations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan 10 - Mar 28 | Sat | 09:00 - 12:00 | Online |
Duration
12 weeks
Instructor
Candace Travis
Course outline
Course outline TBD — see Learning Outcomes in the interim.
Important information
- Important course information will be sent to you prior to your course start date. Check your myBCIT email account to access this information.
- Registration is restricted to students accepted into the Healthcare Unit Clerk or Medical Office Assistant programs. This course is delivered live and online via Microsoft Teams at set times each week. You will need a computer with a webcam, microphone, and stable internet connection to participate in class. Contact sobm-moa@bcit.ca for questions related to this course or programs.
Confirmation
Required
To proceed with registration and add this course to the cart, please confirm:
No approval yet? Request approval Departmental approval is required for this course. You will not be able to register without it.
Status
If you have any questions about this course, please contact us.
Spring/Summer 2026
Below are two offerings of OFFC 1055 for the Spring/Summer 2026 term.
CRN 69257
Dates
Apr 09 - Jun 25 Loading
- CRN 69257
- $445.42 Domestic fees
Class meeting times
| Dates | Days | Times | Locations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Apr 09 - Jun 25 | Thu | 18:00 - 21:00 | Online |
Duration
12 weeks
Instructor
Ailin Chen
Course outline
Course outline TBD — see Learning Outcomes in the interim.
Important information
- Important course information will be sent to you prior to your course start date. Check your myBCIT email account to access this information.
- Registration is restricted to students accepted into the Healthcare Unit Clerk or Medical Office Assistant programs. This course is delivered live and online via Microsoft Teams at set times each week. You will need a computer with a webcam, microphone, and stable internet connection to participate in class. Contact sobm-moa@bcit.ca for questions related to this course or programs.
Confirmation
Required
To proceed with registration and add this course to the cart, please confirm:
No approval yet? Request approval Departmental approval is required for this course. You will not be able to register without it.
Status
If you have any questions about this course, please contact us.
CRN 64230
Dates
Apr 11 - Jun 27 Loading
- CRN 64230
- $445.42 Domestic fees
Class meeting times
| Dates | Days | Times | Locations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Apr 11 - Jun 27 | Sat | 09:00 - 12:00 | Online |
Duration
12 weeks
Instructor
Candace Travis
Course outline
Course outline TBD — see Learning Outcomes in the interim.
Important information
- Important course information will be sent to you prior to your course start date. Check your myBCIT email account to access this information.
- Registration is restricted to students accepted into the Healthcare Unit Clerk or Medical Office Assistant programs. This course is delivered live and online via Microsoft Teams at set times each week. You will need a computer with a webcam, microphone, and stable internet connection to participate in class. Contact sobm-moa@bcit.ca for questions related to this course or programs. Please note no class May 16. Material that week will be delivered asynchronously.
Confirmation
Required
To proceed with registration and add this course to the cart, please confirm:
No approval yet? Request approval Departmental approval is required for this course. You will not be able to register without it.
Status
If you have any questions about this course, please contact us.
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