Professional Practice & Office Procedures (OPTC 1120)
This course introduces students to the regulations and legislation that inform the opticianry practice in British Columbia. Students will be provided with an in depth look at the Health Professions Act, Code of Ethics, and the Standards of Practice set out by the College of Opticians of BC (COBC). Students learn how to use analytical and critical thinking skills in dealing with ethics and professional practice.
Course code: OPTC 1120
Credits: 1.5
Tuition: $0
Length: 20.0 hours
Course outline:
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Prerequisites
OPTC 1100. No schedule is currently available. Please check again later.
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Schedule †
OPTC 1120 schedule for programs:
- CS
Course dates and times may vary throughout the term. Select the CRN number below to see a full schedule.
CRN # | Dates | Day/Time/Location | Instructor | Register |
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12085 | February 3, 2025 to February 6, 2025 | See full schedule Delivery: In Person Location: VCC Downtown Campus | Bhatt, Viral |
Additional Information
- Overview of the optician industry
Opticians, optometrists and ophthalmologists
Limitations of the optician
Self-regulation
Professional limits and boundaries
Legislation, policies and regulations
Regulatory Bodies
College of Optician British Columbia (COBC)
National Alliance of Canadian Optician Regulators (NACOR)
Health Professions Act
Code of Ethics
Standards of Practice
Confidentiality
Patient records
Client advocacy and health promotion
Problem solving and critical thinking
Decision-making skills
This course is offered as part of a VCC program only.
* The amount shown is the approximate cost of tuition (for courses with tuition) or fees (for courses that do not have tuition).
Tuition and Fees are approximate and subject to change. Students are required to pay any applicable fee increases. Fees listed are for domestic students. For international programs, visit VCC International.
† 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.