This foundational course introduces the student to medical transciption and document editing, Style guidelines, medical transcription rules, grammar and punctuation are emphasized in this course. Students learn how to access medical resources when transcribing dictation.
Prerequisites
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What you will learn
- Operation of transcription equipment
- Phonetic analysis of speech
- Interpretation and transcription of dictation in various dialects
- Pharmacological names, abbreviations and dosages
- Grammar and punctuation
- Proofreading and editing transcribed reports, while maintaining the intended meaning and dictator's style
How to register
This course is offered as part of a VCC program only.
Course schedules
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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.