Course overview
Understand medical terminology!
This course is designed for people with no or limited medical training, who would like to work in a medical environment. You’ll develop the skills needed to communicate clearly and effectively using medical terminology.
Job outcomes
- Medical Receptionist
Recognition
Study method
- Online
- Blended
- In-class
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Duration study load
- 100 Hours | 6 Months Access
Study in your own time, at your own pace. Students generally complete one module per week.
Entry requirements
There are no entry requirements or pre-requisites to enrol on this course.
Course features
- Understand medical terminology and abbreviations
- Gain a professional certificate recognised by employers
- Work with an experienced tutor and other students to successfully complete your course
- Increase your chances of a new job or promotion
- Get your foot through the door as a medical professional!
Assessment
10 modules / 10 assignments
Testimonials
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Angela RossCertificate in Medical Terminology"The Career Academy had the course that I was looking for, also I am able to do the course any time I want to. The Career Academy has an excellent range of courses available.I found the course great to do and made me think about what I was answering."
Subjects
This course covers 11 comprehensive modules:
- Origin of medical terms
- Structure of words
- Location of organs
- Brain structure
- Skeletal system
- Position
- Word forms, abbreviations and symbols
- Diagnostic and surgical procedures
- Storage and handling of medicines
- Sterilising equipment
- Bacteria
- Types of wounds
- Treating wounds
- Electrolytes
- Medical terminology, including alternative and herbal
- Over the counter and prescription drugs
- Terminology and OTC and prescription drugs
About The Career Academy
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