* Assessment Fee, Books & Supplies, Student Fees, Native Accent Lic & Headphones
*Entrance requirements can be met with evidence of alternate assessments such as Challenge Exams, or acceptable standardized English equivalency tests as per the Stenberg College Language Proficiency chart. Evidence of Post-Secondary studies at an equivalent level where English was the first language is acceptable.
Other requirements:
Prior to Hospital Support Specialist program admission, Program Advisors will outline practice education requirements. Upon enrolment, students will be informed of next steps and timelines. Non-compliance could result in program dismissal. Requirements for practice education placements include:
Please note, additional criteria may be required to fulfill industry guidelines. Students will be informed in advance of any requirements that need to be fulfilled for placements.
Stenberg College is the only private post-secondary school in BC offering this unique industry-specific program specializing in administrative duties within the health care field. Hospital Support Specialist students receive training in medical terminology, professional communications, office operations, keyboarding/data entry, registration, diagnostic imaging, the release of information, health records clerical duties, Meditech, and other computerized health information systems as applicable.
This program will prepare graduates for entry-level employment as an Admitting/Registration Clerk, Health Records Clerk, Diagnostic Imaging Clerk, Hospital Switchboard Operator, Medical Secretary, and much more.
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As a Hospital Support Specialist, you’ll find opportunities for employment in health authorities, such as hospitals and community agencies, private clinics, family practices, walk-in clinics, sub-acute and non-acute care facilities, allied care facilities, and private surgical centres.
Based on employment statistics gathered by Stenberg College, the entry-level wage range $19.56–$23.27/hour depending on experience and location. Some positions can lead to clerical supervisory roles for which the wage ranges are $23–$28 per hour.
