This course builds on the theory and practice from Semester 1 and provides students with the skills to understand the foundations to process surgical orders, and orders from specialty units. Students will develop information literacy skills in class by creating and using their own resources to complete tasks accurately and safely on electronic or paper health records. Students will continue to develop their knowledge of the role and responsibility of the health unit coordinator (HUC) within specialized medical settings.
Prerequisites
HLUC 1050.
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What you will learn
- Pre-operative orders
Clinical Pathways
Acute Pain Service
Post-operative orders
Specialty unit orders
Interdisciplinary team members’ role and responsibility
Related abbreviations and medical terminology to all topics
How to register
This course is offered as part of a VCC program only.
Course schedules
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| CRN# | Duration | Delivery | Location | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 61364 |
September 23, 2026 to November 18, 2026 |
Online Lecture |
Varies | See full schedule |
Online courses listed without scheduled meeting times can be completed on your own schedule.
Contact us
If you have any question, please email at advising@vcc.ca.
† 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.