- 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
$436.63 - $438.01 See individual course offerings below for actual costs.
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.
School of Business + Media
- Healthcare Unit Clerk
Associate Certificate Part-time
Course Offerings
Winter 2025
Below are two offerings of CLRK 1010 for the Winter 2025 term.
CRN 92753
Dates
Jan 08 - Mar 26 In Progress and Full
- CRN 92753
- $436.63 Domestic fees
Class meeting times
| Dates | Days | Times | Locations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan 08 - Mar 26 | Wed | 18:00 - 21:00 | Online |
Duration
12 weeks
Instructor
Yuqi Yang
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.
- 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 as scheduled. Computer, microphone, and webcam required. It is important to have a stable and consistent internet connection to access course content. Textbook is required. Find it at the BCIT bookstore/website about a month prior to term start. Contact sobm-huc@bcit.ca with any questions about this course or the Healthcare Unit Clerk associate certificate program.
Status
In Progress and Full
This course offering is in progress and full. Please check this page for other currently available offerings or subscribe to receive email updates.
CRN 91436
Dates
Jan 11 - Mar 29 In Progress and Full
- CRN 91436
- $436.63 Domestic fees
Class meeting times
| Dates | Days | Times | Locations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan 11 - Mar 29 | Sat | 15:00 - 18:15 | Online |
Duration
11 weeks
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.
- 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 as scheduled. Computer, microphone, and webcam required. It is important to have a stable and consistent internet connection to access course content. Textbook is required. Find it at the BCIT bookstore/website about a month prior to term start. No class Feb 15. Contact sobm-huc@bcit.ca with any questions about this course or the Healthcare Unit Clerk associate certificate program.
Status
In Progress and Full
This course offering is in progress and full. Please check this page for other currently available offerings or subscribe to receive email updates.
Spring/Summer 2025
Below are three offerings of CLRK 1010 for the Spring/Summer 2025 term.
CRN 69881
Dates
Apr 12 - Jun 28 Seats Available
- CRN 69881
- $438.01 Domestic fees
Class meeting times
| Dates | Days | Times | Locations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Apr 12 - Jun 28 | 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
- 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.
- 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 Saturday April 19 and May 17. Class material will be provided outside of class hours to complete on your own time.
Status
Seats Available
2 seats remaining as of Mon March 17, 2025 at 10:56 am (PDT). Availability may change at any time.
CRN 69882
Dates
Apr 09 - Jun 25 Full
- CRN 69882
- $438.01 Domestic fees
Class meeting times
| Dates | Days | Times | Locations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Apr 09 - Jun 25 | 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
- Departmental approval needed
- 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.
- 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
Full
This course offering is full. Please check this page for other currently available offerings or subscribe to receive email updates.
CRN 68837
Dates
Apr 12 - Jun 28 Full
- CRN 68837
- $438.01 Domestic fees
Class meeting times
Duration
12 weeks
Instructor
Baljit Lashar
Course outline
Course outline TBD — see Learning Outcomes in the interim.
Important information
- Internet delivery format.
- Departmental approval needed
- 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.
- 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 at 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
Full
This course offering is full. Please check this page for other currently available offerings or subscribe to receive email updates.
Programs and courses are subject to change without notice.