Course Offerings

You can make a difference in other people's lives if you know how to speak the language of medicine. Our Medical Terminology course is vital for healthcare professionals, as it equips you for success in career training programs in this high-demand field. This medical terminology training course offers a comprehensive introduction to medical terminology and the human body, emphasizing the interconnectedness of various systems in health and disease. You will explore critical topics such as the musculoskeletal, cardiovascular, and respiratory systems, as well as the lymphatic and immune systems. The curriculum is structured in two parts, featuring a midterm exam after the first seven lessons and a final exam at the end of the course. Additional subjects covered include the nervous system, special senses, the integumentary system, and mental health, preparing you for a well-rounded understanding of human anatomy and medical practices.

Course Objectives

Define the word parts that make up most medical terms-roots, prefixes, and suffixes.


Explain the functions of the various body systems.


Identify diagnoses, procedures, and treatments common to each body system.


Understand common medical abbreviations and acronyms.


Recognize the importance of accuracy in spelling and pronunciation of medical terms.

Outline of Instruction

Getting Started

How to Take This Course

Test-Out Exam 1: Lessons 1-Midterm Exam

Introduction to Medical Terminology and the Human Body in Health and Disease

The Musculoskeletal System

The Cardiovascular System

The Lymphatic and Immune Systems

The Respiratory System

The Digestive System

The Urinary System

Midterm

Test-Out Exam 2: Lessons 8-Final Exam

The Nervous System

Special Senses: The Eyes and Ears

The Integumentary System

The Endocrine System

Mental Health

Male and Female Reproductive Systems

Diagnostic Procedures, Nuclear Medicine, and Complementary Medicine

Final Exam

Contact Hours

60

CEUs

No

Industry Standard, State or National Certification

Certification

None

Website

None

Certification Learning Outcomes/Requirements

CE or CU Articulation

No

Prerequisites

There are no prerequisites to take this course other than basic computer skills.

Learning Supplies Needed

Hardware Requirements:
This course can be taken on either a PC, Mac, or Chromebook device.

Software Requirements:
PC: Windows 10 or later operating systems.
Mac: OS 10.6 or later.
Browser: The latest version of Google Chrome or Mozilla Firefox is preferred. Microsoft Edge and Safari are also compatible.
Microsoft Word Online
Adobe Acrobat Reader
Software must be installed and fully operational before the course begins.
Other: Email capabilities and access to a personal email account.

Instructional Material Requirements:
The instructional materials required for this course are included in enrollment and will be available online. The following digital textbook for the Medical Terminology course is accessed via links in the course lessons:
Comprehensive Medical Terminology for Health Professions, 1st Edition (eBook)

Clinical Site/Special Facilities

None

Requirements for Successful Completion

90% attendance

Accreditation/Special Approval Requirements

N/A

Intended Audience

This course is for anyone interested in learning Medical Terminology.

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

Courtney Boney
919-532-5581
[email protected]