Course Offerings

Start learning the language of the medical field. You will learn terminology for the anatomy and physiology of all body systems, laboratory medicine, pharmacology, and major diseases as well as terms used in physical exams, operative procedures, and diagnoses. Other topics in the class include: definitions, spelling, commonly-used prefixes, suffixes, root words and combining forms.

Course Objectives

Identify the four types of word parts used in forming medical terms.

Identify medical terms related to diseases, disorders and other medical conditions.

Describe the structural organization of the human body.

Identify the body systems

Describe the body planes, directional terms, quadrants and body cavities

List the major organs in each body system and identify the anatomical location of the organs

Compare structure and function of the human body across the life span

Describe the normal function of each body system

9.Identify common pathology related to each body system including signs, symptoms and etiology

Analyze pathology for each body system including diagnostic measures and treatment modalities

Outline of Instruction

The four types of word parts used in forming medical terms.

Medical terms related to anatomy and physiology.

Medical terms associated with radiography, nuclear medicine, other imaging techniques, pharmacology, and frequently performed laboratory tests.

Medical terms related to diseases, disorders and other medical conditions.

Contact Hours

128

CEUs

1

Industry Standard, State or National Certification

Certification

None

Website

None

Certification Learning Outcomes/Requirements

CE or CU Articulation

MED 121 MED 122

Prerequisites

High School Diploma or GED

Learning Supplies Needed

Medical Terminology for the Health Professions, 9th ed, Ehrlich & Schroeder, Cengage, ISBN: 9780357513699

Clinical Site/Special Facilities

None

Requirements for Successful Completion

90% attendance
Overall grade of 80 or better

Accreditation/Special Approval Requirements

N/A

Intended Audience

Anyone interested in entering into healthcare.

Specific Industry or Business Support Needs

N/A

Wake County Need for Industry Positions

N/A

Industry or Job Titles Related to Training Outcomes for Employment

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Course Contact Information

Health Science Non-Degree Programs https://cehealth.waketech.edu
919-747-0140
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