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The purpose of the Medical Terminology course is to provide an introduction to the professional
language used by those who are directly and indirectly involved with the art of healing. The program
will also introduce those not currently involved in the health care environment with an introduction to
the language of medicine. In addition, the course will provide participants with the basics of human
anatomy and physiology.
Course Content
The Medical Terminology Program consists of 15 chapters. The outline for the course material is as
follows:
Chapter 1: Medical Terminology Introduction
Chapter 2: Body Structures
Chapter 3: Word Parts
Chapter 4: Integumentary System
Chapter 5: The Breast
Chapter 6: Musculoskeletal System
Chapter 7: Nervous System
Chapter 8: The Sensory System
Chapter 9: Cardiovascular System
Chapter 10: Lymphatic and Immune System
Chapter 11: Respiratory System
Chapter 12: Digestive System
Chapter 13: The Endocrine System
Chapter 14: Reproductive System
Chapter 15: Urinary System
Course Objectives
Upon completion of the Medical Terminology Program the participant will be able to:
1. Analyze medical terms.
2. Correctly spell medical terms.
3. Pronounce medical terms.
4. Correctly read passages containing medical terms.
Evaluation Process
At the end of each chapter, there is a test. Participants must successfully complete the test before
continuing to the next chapter. Participants that do not achieve 70% can review the chapter content
and try as many times as necessary to advance and complete the course. Test questions are
randomly selected from a test bank, making each test unique.
Upon successfully completing all chapters, there is a printable certificate for your records.
Course Duration
This online course is self-paced. Participants may leave the course at anytime and can resume where
they left off. The duration will depend on the individual participant and their prior knowledge of the
subject matter. On average, the course will take between 12 - 24 hours to complete.
Who Should Take the Course?
Understanding medical terminology is vital when entering a number of medical professions, including
medical billing, medical coding, medical administration, emergency responders, public safety
professionals, and those who wish to gain a more thorough understanding of medical terms and/or
enhance the knowledge base they already have.
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