- International Fees
International fees are typically 3.25 times the domestic tuition. Exact cost will be calculated upon completion of registration.
Course Overview
This course introduces students to the language and documentation standards used in medical practice, supported by transcription-based learning tools. Medical terms that students previously studied will connect to those encountered in written physician orders. Through this course, students will develop entry-level transcription skills to accurately and completely process medical documentation, following established hospital protocols and workflows. This course also supports medical office personnel looking to enhance their medical transcription and order processing skills.
Prerequisite(s)
- 65% in OFFC 1001
Credits
3.0
Domestic fees
$446.76
Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:
- Transcribe a patient's physician's orders.
- Navigate a hospital system to transcribe orders for the correct department.
- Identify which departments perform which tests.
- Transcribe a patient's test appointments or preparations in advance of treatment.
- Record patient information provided by another department and transcribe instructions.
- Access a patient's current chart to find information.
- Access a patient's history.
- Spell generic and brand-name drugs.
- Spell medications, medical terminology, and abbreviations by memory and by consulting reference books.
- Transcribe a variety of medical orders from different departments, including diagnostic radiology, X-Ray, MRI, and medical consultations.
- Photocopy, fax, and distribute reports.
Effective as of Fall 2025
Related Programs
Transcription (CLRK 1010) 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
Course Offerings
Fall 2025
Below are three offerings of CLRK 1010 for the Fall 2025 term.
CRN 51942
Dates
Sep 10 - Nov 26 Loading
- CRN 51942
- $446.76 Domestic fees
Class meeting times
| Dates | Days | Times | Locations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 10 - Nov 26 | Wed | 18:00 - 21:00 | Online |
Duration
12 weeks
Instructor
Eleise SMART
Course outline
Course outline TBD — see Learning Outcomes in the interim.
Important information
- Internet delivery format.
- Departmental approval needed
- 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 Healthcare Unit Clerk program. 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-huc@bcit.ca for questions related to this course or program.
Status
CRN 50172
Dates
Sep 13 - Nov 29 Loading
- CRN 50172
- $446.76 Domestic fees
Class meeting times
Duration
12 weeks
Instructor
Baljit Lashar
Course outline
Important information
- Internet delivery format.
- Departmental approval needed
- 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 Healthcare Unit Clerk program. The first three weeks of this class will be delivered live and online via Microsoft teams as the times listed. Starting week 4, there will be no weekly class time, but assignments will be due at set times during the term, and the instructor will be available outside of class via email and Teams calls. Contact sobm-huc@bcit.ca for questions related to this course or program.
Status
CRN 51951
Dates
Sep 13 - Nov 29 Loading
- CRN 51951
- $446.76 Domestic fees
Class meeting times
| Dates | Days | Times | Locations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 13 - Nov 29 | Sat | 09:00 - 12:00 | Online |
Duration
12 weeks
Instructor
Yuqi Yang
Course outline
Course outline TBD — see Learning Outcomes in the interim.
Important information
- Internet delivery format.
- Departmental approval needed
- 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 Healthcare Unit Clerk program. 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-huc@bcit.ca for questions related to this course or program. Please note there is no class October 11. Course material will be delivered asynchronously that week.
Status
Programs and courses are subject to change without notice.