Course Overview
The 100 hour course includes an 96 hour practicum, which takes place in either a physician's office, clinic, hospital department, or related health-care facility, and enables you to observe the skills and practices that you have developed in the BCIT program. For many, this experience is their gateway into the health-care system. Some keys to a successful practicum experience include demonstrating professional behaviour, using excellent communication skills, and using this opportunity to develop a professional network and make connections. The course also includes class time to help you prepare for a successful workplace experience. You will write a resume and cover letter matched to a medical administrative position, create and post your profile and resume on a social media site, and prepare for and practice interview skills. After the practicum, you will deliver a report that describes elements of your practicum and reflect on your learning and experience. You will need to complete the following before registering: • a criminal record check • up-to-date immunizations • BC Health Authorities (hospital) placement requires o a minimum keyboarding speed of up to 45-50 words per minute; and/or successful completion of a terminology test o a Student Practice Education Core Orientation (SPECO) certificate of completion N.B. Failure to provide all required documents before the course start date will result in cancellation of your practicum.
Prerequisite(s)
- 50% in BSYS 1001 and 65% in CLRK 1015 and 65% in OFFC 1001 and 65% in OFFC 1007 and 65% in OFFC 1008 and 65% in OFFC 1015 and 65% in OFFC 1045 and 65% in OFFC 1048 and 65% in OFFC 1055 and 65% in OFFC 2001
- A valid Criminal Record Check working with children and/or vulnerable adults that is on file with BCIT. and Up-to-date immunization records submitted to the department.
Credits
4.0
Domestic fees
$524.20 - $542.26 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:
- Write a professional style targeted cover letter and resume suitable for the healthcare industry.
- Locate BCIT’s job-hunting resources (e.g. BCIT Student Association Career Services).
- Demonstrate that you are prepared for a practicum interview.
- Describe how healthcare professionals perform their job responsibilities.
- Describe safety, security, confidentiality routines and standard practices within the healthcare employment environment.
- Build a professional network.
- Establish connections and mentoring relationships.
- Demonstrate effective communication, interpersonal, and team skills.
- Demonstrate professionalism (e.g. attendance, punctuality, attitude, respect for host institution policies).
- Write a report on their personal practicum experience.
- Reflect on the practicum experience to clarify knowledge, skills and career goals.
Effective as of Fall 2025
Related Programs
MOA Practicum (OFFC 2018) 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
Fall 2026
Below is one offering of OFFC 2018 for the Fall 2026 term.
CRN 45363
Dates
Sep 12 - Nov 28 Loading
- CRN 45363
- $542.26 Domestic fees
Class meeting times
Duration
12 weeks
Instructor
Baljit Lashar
Course outline
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.
- Students will meet with the instructor weeks 1 and 2 to review material for the practicum. The instructor will be available week 3-9 as needed to support leading into and during the practicum. Class will be live again weeks 10 and 11 for wrap-up/presentations. While the practicum itself will only be three weeks, students must be available for the duration of the course to complete their practicum. During the summer, students will also receive forms/instructions for items needed as part of their practicum placement. Students must be checking their emails regularly to ensure deadlines are met, otherwise they may be removed from the practicum.
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.
Winter 2027
Below is one offering of OFFC 2018 for the Winter 2027 term.
CRN 86264
Dates
Jan 09 - Mar 27 Loading
- CRN 86264
- $524.20 Domestic fees
Class meeting times
Duration
12 weeks
Instructor
Baljit Lashar
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
- Students will meet with the instructor weeks 1 and 2 to review material for the practicum. The instructor will be available week 3-9 as needed to support leading into and during the practicum. Class will be live again weeks 10 and 11 for wrap-up/presentations. While the practicum itself will only be three weeks, students must be available for the duration of the course to complete their practicum. During the fall, students will also receive forms/instructions for items needed as part of their practicum placement. Students must be checking their emails regularly to ensure deadlines are met, otherwise they may be removed from the practicum.
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.
Programs and courses are subject to change without notice. Find out more about BCIT course cancellations.