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The primary areas of study are processing of laboratory, surgical, diagnostic, and intravascular medication orders. Procedures for the admission and discharging of patients are also covered. Clinical assignments provide on the job experience.

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Program Description

This program is offered over two consecutive terms. The College places students in two clinicals, and upon completion of these clinicals, students return to the classroom.

Start Length Credential Campus Part or Full‑time January, April, September 8 months Certificate Broadway Full-time

Career Prospects

Information about graduate outcomes

Admission Requirements

General

VCC welcomes applications from Canadian citizens, permanent residents and international students.

Exceptions
International students

As Vancouver Community College is a post-secondary institution committed to educating adult learners, applicants should be 18 years of age or older or a graduate of a secondary school.

Please note that you must submit official transcripts and educational documents to support your application; unfortunately, we cannot accept photocopies or fax versions.

Program Specific

1) Grade 12 graduation, GED or equivalent

2) Proof of English Language Proficiency

3) Certified five minute keyboarding test with a typing speed of 25 gross words per minute or higher with a maximum of 5 errors. For more information click here.

All requests for transfer credits or course exemptions for all courses in the program must be submitted with application to the program. Click here for Request for Transfer Credit (PDF) form.

Seats are offered to applicants who have met all admission requirements, on a first-qualified, first-served basis

Upon Acceptance:
4) Proof of a negative TB skin test or chest xray. For further information about Health requirements click here

5) Criminal Record Search Each applicant is responsible for any costs incurred. Applicants who have drug-related charges should consult with the Registrar's Office prior to applying to the program. The CRS must be received by the Registrar's Office prior to the first day of class.

Recommended characteristics

- Ability to work accurately with details and manage time effectively in a fast paced environment

- Ability to take initiative and accept responsibility

- A concern for the welfare of others

- Ability and willingness to adjust to changing shifts, different clinical settings and hospital locations, and to provide own transportation to work sites

- Physical stamina

- Free from latex sensitivity or allergy

- Adaptable to change

- Maturity and self-confidence to meet the demands of a health care environment

- Good human relations skills

- Working knowledge of Windows software

- Excellent command of written and spoken English

- Excellent penmanship

Program Status

Accepting applications (approximate 1 year waitlist)

Apply to this Program

The first step, apply early. Students who have officially applied and met all admission requirements are sent a letter of acceptance approximately four to five months in advance of the next available start date. A first payment is required to reserve a space in the program.

Online     Fax     In Person If you're ready and know the program you want, apply now. Download and complete the (PDF) application form and fax to 604.871.7458. Visit us at one of our campus locations.

After you apply, you can check your to see if all of the requirements have been met or to update contact information. Please use the temporary login ID and Personal Identification Number (PIN) that you used to complete your original online application.

Fees and Other Costs

Application Fee Tuition Fee $30.00 $2,440

International Tuition Fees

Application Fee Tuition Fee Ancillary Fee $125.00 $10,657.60 $515

Other Costs

Cost Type Details College initiative fee $70.40 Student union fee $47.38 Student union health plan fee $142.15 Student union dental plan fee $135.41 Other costs Textbooks and Supplies: $500

Additional Information

Health Requirements:

- Free from latex sensitivity or allergy
- Updated immunizations strongly recommended: measles, mumps, rubella, polio, tetanus, diphtheria, hepatitis B vaccine and current influenza vaccination. Please review Important Health Requirements for the VCC School of Health Sciences.

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