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 - $405.10 See individual course offerings below for actual costs.
International fees are typically 3.4 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:
- 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
Spring/Summer 2026
Below is one offering of OFFC 1048 for the Spring/Summer 2026 term.
CRN 66051
Dates
Apr 08 - May 27 Loading
- CRN 66051
- $383.59 Domestic fees
Class meeting times
Duration
8 weeks
Instructor
Baljit Lashar
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 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.
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Status
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Fall 2026
Below is one offering of OFFC 1048 for the Fall 2026 term.
CRN 45365
Dates
Sep 09 - Oct 28 Loading
- CRN 45365
- $405.10 Domestic fees
Class meeting times
Duration
8 weeks
Instructor
TBD
Course outline
Course outline TBD — see Learning Outcomes in the interim.
Registration requirements
Departmental approval is required to register for this course offering. You must have approval from the department to register. Students accepted into a program can register directly.
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.
- This course has a hybrid delivery. Class will be delivered live on Microsoft Teams at the above listed times for the first three weeks. Starting week four, there will be no set weekly class time, but the instructor will be available via email and phone to answer questions.
Confirmation
Required
To proceed with registration and add this course to the cart, please confirm:
No approval yet? Request approval You must have approval from the department to register. Students accepted into a program can register directly.
Status
If you have any questions about this course, please contact us.
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