Healthcare and Wellness

Activity Assistant

This part-time certificate program takes place over six weekends annually from February through May, followed by 120 hours of practicum in May and June. Learn to develop and lead leisure and recreational activities for seniors with cognitive and physical challenges. Graduates of this program make a difference by helping seniors engage in an active lifestyle as Activity Assistants in care facilities, assisted living settings, adult day care programs, clients homes, seniors’ centres and residential group homes.
For more information and to download detailed program catalogue visit camosun.ca/activity -assistant
Admission Requirement

• Resident Care Attendant (RCA) or Home Support/Residential Care (HSRC) certificate or Health Care Assistant (HCA) certificate or equivalent credential (e.g. RN or LPN).).

• In order to participate in the Activity Assistant program, you must attend a free information session. Attendance will be taken and noted on your application. Dates will be announced in August 2013.

  Activity Assistant Info Session Free info session

  In order to participate in the Activity Assistant program, you must attend a free information session.  Attendance will be taken and noted on your application.

  For more information about this course please email cectinfo@camosun.bc.ca

Herbal Studies

Thank you for your interest in the Herbal Studies program. This program is under review and we are not currently accepting applications. Once our review is complete (estimated Fall, 2014), an announcement will be made.

Students who are interested in learning about herbs and their medicinal properties may wish to consider the online Herbal Practitioner course, offered through Camosun College in partnership with the College of the Rockies.  The course is designed to provide students with a sound, basic knowledge of the use of herbs, nutrition, vitamins, and other supplements for common health concerns, including the growing, harvesting and preparation of herbs, proper dosing, safe administration and contraindications. For more information, please see (link/page to 2 below).

For more information about this course please email cectinfo@camosun.bc.ca

Medical Laboratory Assistant

Medical Laboratory Assistants perform a vital role as part of the medical laboratory team in hospitals and private laboratories. Industry professionals teach you how to collect blood and other specimens for analysis, perform electrocardiograms (ECG’s), and a variety of basic laboratory procedures.

This part-time program takes place two evenings per week and most Saturdays from September to April. Skills will be developed and practiced throughout the program in hospital and community lab settings. A four-week, full- time practicum helps prepare you for a meaningful and interesting career.
Admission Requirements

• Completed Grade 12 graduation or equivalent;
• Letter grade of "C" or higher in English 12 or assessment;
• Letter grade of "C" or higher in Camosun Math 053 or Math 10 (Principles), or Foundations of Math & Pre- calculus 10; or assessment;
• Keyboarding to a minimum of 40 net words* per minute within the last six months prior to application. Test must be from a recognized organization and show gross words, timing, errors, etc. *The Medical Lab program deducts two points per error if the student submits gross words plus errors.

• Letter grade of "C+" or higher in Camosun's Medical Terminology course, or another Medical Terminology course with a minimum of 60 hours; OR
• Letter grade of "C" or higher in a Human Biology course (e.g. Biology 12); OR
• Minimum of six months paid or volunteer work or education in a health care field.

Medical Laboratory Information Session Free info session

It is strongly recommended you attend a free information session.

• 2013W MEDL 990V 001 • Apr 25 (1 session)
  Thur • 5:30pm - 7:00pm • Lansdowne
  
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Hospital Unit Clerk

Program begins in September 2013
Skilled Unit Clerks who bring an excellent work ethic, compassion for people and a positive attitude to their jobs are needed in our health care system! These positions offer a competitive union wage (currently $20.77 hour + 11.4% for casual work = approx $23.13), flexible hours, a fast-paced interactive environment, and an interesting variety of duties. Learn more about this challenging and rewarding career of looking after the administrative and clerical requirements of a hospital unit. This 335-hour part-time certificate program will prepare graduates to apply for employment in a hospital as a Unit Clerk. The program begins in mid-September and finishes in May after the 110-hour practicum. Classes are held two weeknights and Saturdays. Class size is limited to 20 students. To receive a brochure with further course details, please call 250-370-4565 or go to the program website at camosun.ca/unitclerk

Admission Requirements

• Attendance at a Program Information Session
• Grade 12 (including English/Communications 12) or GED completion (sealed transcript required)
• Camosun College Medical Terminology Course or approved equivalent, (min. 60 hr. course and 75% final grade taken within 3 years of starting the program)
• 50 net wpm keyboarding speed (dated May 2012 or later). Net means 1 word taken off for each error.
• VIHA Medical Terminology Assessment – minimum of 72% (dated May 2012 or later)

Hospital Unit Clerk Info Session Free info session

Registering for and attending an Information Session is REQUIRED for students wanting to apply for this program. During this informative session, the Program Coordinator will share information and answer your questions. Topics include: roles and duties performed by Unit Clerks, pros and cons of working in the field, job prospects, program curriculum and schedule.  The session is free but please call 250-370-3550 to register.

• 2013P UNIT 990V 001 • May 14 (1 session)
  Tues • 6:00pm - 7:30pm • Interurban
  
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Medical Office Skills

These courses are designed for those who require the skills to work in a medical environment or as professional development for those currently in the field wishing to enhance or strengthen their skills. A confirmation of completion grade letter is issued for Medical Terminology, a confirmation of attendance for Medical Billing, and an assessment score is issued for VIHA-Medical Terminology Assessments.

Medical Terminology - Classroom

A very intensive course that will help you develop the skills you need to understand medical terms including common medical prefixes, suffixes and combining forms as well as an exploration of the body systems. This course is a fundamental prerequisite for most positions in the medical field. Medical Terminology is an intense course in which students typically devote at least four to five hours of disciplined home study to each session.  Strong fluency in spoken and written English language is essential. Purchase text (approx $100) at the Bookstore, Lansdowne 250-370-3080 or Interurban 250-370-4080.

• 2013W MEDC 500V 003 • Apr 25 - Jul 22 (24 sessions) • Angela Kemna
  Mon Thur • 6:00pm - 8:30pm • Lansdowne
  $425
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Medical Terminology Online -Next Offering -Fall 2013

The ONLINE course covers exactly the same content as the classroom course.  The pace and homework expectations of this 15 session online Medical Terminology course are the same intensity and demands of the twice a week classroom offering. Students typically can expect to devote at least five hours of disciplined study to each of the 22 chapter topics.  To ensure you get off to a great start and are confident with your online skills, students must complete a  basic mandatory online orientation session at the beginning of the course.  Once you have registered, the instructor will contact you by email within 5 days of the class beginning to prepare for the orientation. Your email address MUST be supplied at the time of registration.

Testing:

Local Students meet in person at the Interurban Campus for a paper based Final exam.  See exam date below.  
Out of Town Students who want to register are required to supply an approved exam proctor from a local community college in their area before the start of the course.  Your proctor must be approved PRIOR to starting the course by contacting trotterk@camosun.ca or by calling Kelly at 250-370-4124.  Out of town students must write the final exam on the same weekend as the local students (see date below).
All other course work takes place online.

Course Requirements:

• Strong fluency in spoken and written English language skills is essential
• Internet access
• An email account
• Ability to perform basic keyboard and mouse tasks (typing messages, scrolling up or down online screens, pointing and clicking the mouse, etc.)
• A computer with an operating system capable of running one of the following browsers:
  • Microsoft Internet Explorer (IE) version 7.0+ or 8.0+
  • Mozilla Firefox version 3.0 or higher

• The course site does not currently support Internet Explorer 9
• The supported browser for Mac computers running OS X is Mozilla Firefox
• While it may not cause problems, Mac OS 10.6 is not officially supported for operation of the optional study tool CD

For more information about this course please email cectinfo@camosun.bc.ca

Computerized Medical Billing

In this hands-on course students will become competent users of the popular Osler's “Practice Manager”, their newest medical billing computer software. Areas covered include: all aspects of electronic scheduling, extensive billing (electronic, private and alternate party insurers); use of electronic medical records; organizing and maintaining patient wait lists, recalls and categories and using the "tasks" feature to manage office work flow. Students will leave the sessions with lots of "tips, tricks, and shortcuts". This course is designed for people familiar with medical office routines (MOAs/receptionists) and who are comfortable using the computer (i.e. basic file management skill such as copying/cutting/pasting). Familiarity with Medical Terminology is helpful but not required.  Students must have access to the internet and supply an email address at the time of registration.  No class March 30.

• 2013W MEDC 507V 001 • Mar 16 - Apr 20 (5 sessions) • Angela Kemna
  Sat • 11:15am - 2:15pm • Interurban
  $249
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VIHA - Medical Terminology Assessment

The Vancouver Island Health Authority (VIHA) has joined with Camosun College to be the sole administrator of the Medical Terminology Assessment for VIHA in Southern Vancouver Island. If you are applying for a VIHA position that requires Medical Terminology, the results of this test must be scanned and attached to your personal electronic profile when applying through the online VI-Hire system (see http://www.viha.ca/careers/ and look for the VI-Hire how-to-apply tutorial).

The VIHA Medical Terminology Assessment is comprised of 50 multiple-choice questions. The minimum requirement to be considered for employment within VIHA is 72% (36/50). All test questions are based from “The Language of Medicine” text. Students wishing to study should use either the 7th, 8th or 9th edition. To take the VIHA Medical Terminology Assessment students must pre-register for one of the sessions below by calling Camosun registration at 250-370-3550, as seats are limited. You must arrive at least 5 minutes before the scheduled start assessment time and will be required to provide VALID PHOTO ID prior to taking the test. You will be provided with a written copy of your assessment score upon completion of the test.

• 2013P MEDC 600V 001 • May 13 (1 session)
  Mon • 6:00pm - 7:00pm • Interurban
  $25
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• 2013P MEDC 600V 002 • May 28 (1 session)
  Tues • 6:00pm - 7:00pm • Interurban
  $25
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• 2013P MEDC 600V 003 • Jun 13 (1 session)
  Thur • 6:00pm - 7:00pm • Interurban
  $25
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• 2013S MEDC 600V 001 • Jul 3 (1 session)
  Wed • 6:00pm - 7:00pm • Interurban
  $25
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• 2013S MEDC 600V 002 • Jul 24 (1 session)
  Wed • 6:00pm - 7:00pm • Interurban
  $25
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• 2013S MEDC 600V 003 • Aug 7 (1 session)
  Wed • 6:00pm - 7:00pm • Interurban
  $25
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• 2013S MEDC 600V 004 • Aug 26 (1 session)
  Mon • 6:00pm - 7:00pm • Interurban
  $25
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• 2013F MEDC 600V 001 • Sep 16 (1 session)
  Mon • 6:00pm - 7:00pm • Interurban
  $25
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Natural Health

Practical Herbalist (ONLINE) New

Whether you work in the natural health industry or just want to know more about herbs for personal use, this comprehensive course will provide you with the knowledge you need. You will develop a sound, basic knowledge of the use of herbs, nutrition, vitamins, and other supplements for common health concerns, including the growing, harvesting and preparation of herbs, proper dosing, safe administration and contraindications.

For more information about this course please email cectinfo@camosun.bc.ca

Community, Geriatric and Mental Health

Basics of Medication Part 1 REVISED FALL 2012

This two-part course is designed to help personal or professional caregivers ensure medications are given safely, legally and effectively. The unique problems of administering medications to children, the elderly and individuals with special needs will be addressed (not including narcotics or injections).

• 2013P HLHS 507V 001 • May 1 - Jun 30 (1 session) • Self-study
  $95
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Dates indicated are used internally to schedule the self-study sections of this course. Please register at anytme.

Basics of Medication Part 2

Register at least 2 weeks in advance for this theory review and hands-on lab. You are expected to review the Self- Study manual and complete the homework assignment from Part 1 before attending. 

• 2013P HLHS 517V 001 • Jun 2 (1 session) • Dawn Winterburn
  Sun • 12:30pm - 5:30pm • Lansdowne
  Sun • 9:00am - 5:30pm • Lansdowne
  $55
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Mandatory Prerequisite is Basics of Medication Part 1 (HLHS 507V). Please bring Home Assignment to class. As the cafeteria is closed on Sundays, please bring a lunch and snacks.

Confusion in the Elderly

Learn what causes confusion in the elderly, how to differentiate between delirium, dementia and depression and what can be done about it. You will take away tools you can use to make care easier for everyone involved and learn techniques to manage confusion and accompanying behaviours.

For more information about this course please email cectinfo@camosun.bc.ca

Working in Healthcare

Professional Development

The science and art of helping people change their lifestyle to move toward a state of optimal health.

Nursing Refresher: Practical Skills

Refresh your skills within the current scope of your practice. Monitor, assess, and practice techniques together, using case studies in our lab. This hands-on course reviews wound management (dressing changes and drainage), chest tubes, TPN, PICC lines, and infusion pumps.

For more information about this course please email cectinfo@camosun.bc.ca

Local Anesthesia Certification Course For Dental Hygienists

Learn to safely and effectively administer local anesthesia in a class taught by our supportive Dental Hygiene faculty. Open to hygienists with conditional registration with the British Columbia College of Dental Hygienists. Successful completion will allow you to apply for full registration.

The next offering is February 23 & 24 and March 16 & 17, 2013. Pre-work and clinical practice at your dental office (Feb 25-Mar 15) is required. Please register by February 8. 

To receive a registration package, please email sahota@camosun.ca or download the registration package.  

For more information about this course please email cectinfo@camosun.bc.ca