Medical Transcriptionist

CREDENTIAL: Certificate

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

Tuition: 3158*

Credential: Certificate

Length: 8 0 months

Hours: Full-time

Delivery: Online

Campus: Downtown

Start Dates: Sep

^$22.75/hr

B.C. median wage^†

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

Program Duration and Maximum Time for Completion

The program is thirty-two (32) weeks of full-time study. Students have three years to complete this program.

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

Program-specific

Grade 12 graduation or equivalent
English Language Proficiency as demonstrated by one of the following:
- English 12 with a minimum ‘B’ grade, or equivalent
  or
- English Language Proficiency at an English 12 ‘B’ level
Successful completion of a 5-minute keyboarding test with a typing speed of 25 gross words per minute with five errors or less using the touch-typing method (using the appropriate fingers for each key on the keyboard and not looking at your fingers as you type)

General

This program is available to Canadian citizens and permanent residents. See program options for international students at VCC International.
Applicants who self-identify as Indigenous are strongly encouraged to connect with VCC’s Indigenous Education and Community Engagement team to learn more about VCC’s Indigenous Enrolment policy, application preparation/completion, program advising, and a range of other individualized services.
Applicants must be 16 years of age or older or a graduate of a secondary school. (Some exceptions may apply.)
Applicants must submit official transcripts and other documents as required by their course or program. Seats are offered to eligible applicants with completed applications, in order of application completion date (except for programs with competitive admissions). A complete application includes an application form, evidence of educational pre-requisites (e.g. transcripts), any required supporting documents (e.g. language proficiency, audition video), and the required deposit or fee payment. If you do not meet the requirements for the term applied, your application may be cancelled.

Missing prerequisites? Learn more about VCC's tuition-free academic upgrading or English as a Second Language (ESL) courses, or discover which university transfer options are right for you.

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

Monday to Thursday, 8 a.m. - 3 p.m. with the exception of practicum experiences.

Prior learning assessment and recognition

Available for the following courses:

MEDC 1121 Medical Speed & Accuracy 1
MEDC 1131 Medical Speed & Accuracy 2
MEDC 1241 Medical Speed & Accuracy 3
MEDC 1120 Medical Terminology for MT 1
MEDC 1130 Medical Terminology for MT 2

See course outlines for more information.

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	Medical Speed & Accuracy 2	2
MEDC 1132	Human Relation Skills	1
MEDC 1133	Electronic File Management	2
MEDC 1134	Medical Transcription	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	36
Tuition Tuition	3158	Tuition Breakdown 1480 - Term 1 1678 - Term 2 0 - Term 3 0 - Term 4
Student union	128
College initiative	91
Materials	0	not including textbooks
Campus resource	127
Laundry	0
Tools (deposit)	0
Coverall (deposit)	0
Uniform (deposit)	0
Medical and Dental	275
U-PASS	354
Graduation	45
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. Tuition fees include a $300 non-refundable deposit.

Fees listed are for domestic students. For international programs, visit VCC International.

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

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VCC Registrar's Office
1155 East Broadway
Vancouver, B.C., V5T 4V5

Medical Transcriptionist

What you will learn

What to expect

Program Duration and Maximum Time for Completion

Admission requirements

Program-specific

Program-specific

General

Recommended Characteristics

Courses

Program general hours

Prior learning assessment and recognition

Fees and other costs

Apply now

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