- International Fees
International fees are typically 3.12 times the domestic tuition. Exact cost will be calculated upon completion of registration.
Course Overview
This course introduces students to the words and phrases of medical practice with the assistance of a software program. Medical terms that students previously studied will relate to those heard with the software. Through this course, students will develop entry-level transcription skills for transcribing dictated materials accurately and completely, following the proper documentation requirements used in specific areas of the medical field. This course is also designed for medical office personnel wishing to upgrade their medical transcription skills.
Prerequisite(s)
- 65% in OFFC 1001
Credits
3.0
Domestic fees
$438.08
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 dictation reports from different departments, including diagnostic radiology, X-Ray, MRI, and medical consultations.
- Photocopy, fax, and distribute reports.
Effective as of Winter 2023
Related Programs
Transcription (CLRK 1010) is offered as a part of the following programs:
- Indicates programs accepting international students.
- Indicates programs with a co-op option.
School of Business + Media
- Healthcare Unit Clerk
Associate Certificate Part-time
Course Offerings
Fall 2024
Below is one offering of CLRK 1010 for the Fall 2024 term.
CRN 50172
Dates
Sat Sep 14 - Sat Nov 30
- 12 weeks
- CRN 50172
- Domestic fees $438.08
Status
Full
This course offering is full. Please check back next term or subscribe to receive email updates.
Class meeting times
| Dates | Days | Times | Locations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 14 - Nov 30 | Sat | 15:00 - 18:00 | Online |
Instructor
Baljit Lashar
Course outline
Important information
- Internet delivery format.
- Important course information will be sent to you prior to your course start date. Check your myBCIT email account to access this information.
- International fees are typically 3.12 times the domestic tuition. Exact cost will be calculated upon completion of registration.
- Textbook is required for first class. Find it at the BCIT bookstore and on their website: www.bcitbookstore.ca/distance. Computer, microphone, and webcam required. This course is delivered synchronously online. Attendance to the first class is mandatory, no late registrations. This is not a self-paced course as you will be expected to be available and online on the posted days and times shown on your registration schedule. It is important to have a stable and consistent internet connection to access course content. Contact Paul Sawyer, Program Head with any questions: paul_sawyer@bcit.ca.
Programs and courses are subject to change without notice.