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MLAB 1116: Human Relations Skills 

Effective date

May 2022 

Department

Medical Lab Assistant 

School

Health Sciences 
 




Description

This course introduces students to the basic concepts of effective communication within a health care setting. Topics include the communication process, barriers to effective communication and the development of effective interpersonal skills with both clients and colleagues. 

Credits

1.0 

Year of study

1st Year Post-secondary 

Prerequisites

None 

Corequisites

None 

Course Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

Prior Learning Assessment & Recognition (PLAR)

None 

Hours

Lecture, Online, Seminar, Tutorial: 30
Total Hours: 30
 

Instructional Strategies

This course includes lectures, role rehearsals, workshops, assignments and group work. 

Grading System

Letter Grade (A-F) 

Passing grade

B- 
 

Evaluation Plan

Type

Percentage

Assessment activity

Assignments 

30 

6 skills reflections - 5% each 

Assignments 

30 

Case Study 

Exam 

35 

 

Participation 

 

Course topics

Notes:

  • Course contents and descriptions, offerings and schedules are subject to change without notice.
  • Students are required to follow all College policies including ones that govern their educational experience at VCC. Policies are available on the VCC website at:
    https://www.vcc.ca/about/governance--policies/policies/.
  • To find out if there are existing transfer agreements for this course, visit the BC Transfer Guide at https://www.bctransferguide.ca.
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