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HLTE581 Unit Clerk Certificate 76 This non-credit course provides training in the role and responsibilities for the position of a hospital unit clerk. A unit clerk provides communications support and is responsible for clerical work on the unit under the direction of the Registered Nurse. Emphasis placed on confidentiality and communication skills with professional health care providers, patients, and families. Students will gain knowledge of medical records, terminology, background information relating to health and diseases. They will become familiar with services for patient care. Class includes 16 hours of job shadowing in a clinical setting. Book included, class will not meet the week of March 15th.