Medical Transcriptionist

Gain the skills to professionally transcribe and edit medical reports from audio recordings.

Tuition: 14542*

Credential: Certificate

Length: 8 0 months

Hours: Full-time

Format: Class-based

Campus: Downtown

Start Dates: Sep

What you will learn

Medical terminology
Efficient transcription of medical reports including diagnostic imaging reports, discharge summaries, oncology reports, pathology reports, and surgery reports
Effective use of hard and electronic resources
Proofreading and editing skills
Oral and written English communication
Spelling, grammar, and punctuation
Transcription equipment and software
Computer and keyboarding skills
Confidence, initiative, and critical thinking
Integrity and confidentiality

What to expect

Two terms of integrated training
Lectures, labs, seminars, and demonstrations
Group work and student presentations
Case simulations, exercises, role practice
Written exams
Quizzes, assignments, exams
Three-week practicum experience

Admission requirements

General

Seats are offered to applicants who have met all admission requirements, on a first-qualified, first-served basis.
International applicants must be 17 years of age or older or a graduate of a secondary school. (Some exceptions may apply.)
Applicants must submit official transcripts and educational documents as required by their course or program.
All VCC applicants are required to function successfully in an English-speaking classroom. English requirements vary by program. For details, visit VCC International - English Requirements.

Recommended Characteristics

Ability to deal with colleagues and staff in a tactful and courteous manner
Personal hygiene, grooming and appearance acceptable to a medical environment
High standard of honesty, integrity, and professionalism
Ability to maintain confidentiality
Good hearing and vision in order to be able to interpret medical dictation
Ability to remain seated for the majority of a working day
Attention to detail, accuracy, patience, and ability to work well under pressure
Excellent command of English grammar and punctuation
Ability to work effectively in a team environment
Basic computer literacy

Courses

Program general hours

Classes are generally held on Monday to Thursday from 8:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., except during the practicum when students work Monday through Friday for the hours assigned by the practicum host.

Plan of Study Grid
Term One		Credits
MEDC 1120	Medical Terminology for MT 1	2.5
MEDC 1121	Medical Speed & Accuracy 1	2
MEDC 1130	Medical Terminology for MT 2	2.5
MEDC 1131	Med Speed & Accuracy for MT 2	2
MEDC 1132	Human Relation Skills	1
MEDC 1133	Electronic File Management	2
MEDC 1134	Medical Transcription for MT	3
	Credits	15
Term Two
MEDC 1212	History & Physical Reports	2
MEDC 1213	Diagnostic Imaging Reports	2
MEDC 1215	Discharge Summaries	2
MEDC 1216	Oncology Reports	1
MEDC 1219	Pathology Reports	2
MEDC 1220	Practicum	2
MEDC 1241	Medical Speed & Accuracy 3	2
MEDC 1242	General Surgery Reports	2
MEDC 1246	Specialized Operative Reports	2
	Credits	17
	Total Credits	32

* This information is intended as a guideline only. Program and course details are subject to change with the approval of VCC's Board of Governors.

Fees and other costs

Fee description	Fee Amount	Notes
Application fee	145
Tuition	14542	Tuition Breakdown 0 - 1 0 - 2 0 - 3 0 - 4
Student union	105
College initiative	84
Materials	0	not including textbooks
Campus resource	146
Laundry	0
Tools (deposit)	0
Coverall (deposit)	0
Uniform (deposit)	0
Medical & Dental	280
U-PASS	328
Graduation	40
Program specific extra fees	0
Total

Textbooks or other supplies may be required for this program. For information and prices, visit the VCC Bookstore.

* Fees are approximate and subject to change with the approval of VCC's Board of Governors. Students are required to pay any applicable fee increases. Application and assessment fees are non-refundable.

Fees listed are for international students. For domestic programs, visit vcc.ca.

Any refunds are issued according to VCC's international refund policy.

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To apply to VCC international programs, please submit a completed application package by email to study@vcc.ca. Application packages must be received within the application period for your program.