- International Fees
International fees are typically 3.25 times the domestic tuition. Exact cost will be calculated upon completion of registration.
Course Overview
In this course, you will be introduced to the words and phrases of medical practice with the assistance of a software program. Medical terms that you previously studied will relate to those used by the software. During this course, you will develop entry-level transcription skills for transcribing dictated materials in an accurate and complete manner and follow the documentation requirements used in different areas of the medical field. This course is offered in the Medical Office Assistant program and is also open to medical office personnel wishing to upgrade their medical transcription skills.
Prerequisite(s)
- 65% in OFFC 1001
Credits
2.0
Domestic fees
$383.59
Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:
- Transcribe medical dictation in the correct format for medical letters, chart notes, history and physical reports, discharge summaries, operative and pathology reports, and miscellaneous medical reports.
- Apply correct transcription rules in the production of various medical documents.
- Properly capitalize and punctuate documents.
- Construct plural and adjective endings of medical terms.
- Correctly spell English words, medical terms, and abbreviations, presented by a software program, either by memory or by utilizing a dictionary or reference book.
- Correctly spell generic and brand name drugs by referring to the Physician's Compendium of Pharmaceuticals and Specialties (CPS).
- Demonstrate effective proofreading and editing skills.
- Explain practices for maintaining patient confidentiality, including handling of medical records and communication of sensitive information
Effective as of Fall 2025
Related Programs
Medical Transcription Skills (OFFC 1048) is offered as a part of the following programs:
- Indicates programs accepting international students.
School of Business + Media
- Medical Office Assistant
Associate Certificate Part-time
Course Offerings
Winter 2026
Below is one offering of OFFC 1048 for the Winter 2026 term.
CRN 86262
Dates
Jan 07 - Feb 25 Loading
- CRN 86262
- $383.59 Domestic fees
Class meeting times
Duration
8 weeks
Instructor
Baljit Lashar
Course outline
Course outline TBD — see Learning Outcomes in the interim.
Important information
- Internet delivery format.
- International fees are typically 3.25 times the domestic tuition. Exact cost will be calculated upon completion of registration.
- Registration is restricted to students accepted into the Medical Office Assistant program. The first three weeks of this class will be delivered live via Microsoft Teams at the times indicated above. Starting week 4, students will not need to attend class at a set time each week, but assignments will be due at set times. The instructor will be available via email or for Teams calls as needed. Contact sobm-moa@bcit.ca for questions related to this course or program.
Status
Programs and courses are subject to change without notice.