Human Anatomy, Physiology and Medical Terminology

Retail Cost:  $1000  

Length: 40 Hours  

Objective:  Develop an understanding of basic medical terminology  

Prerequisite:  Basic Computer Skills

Course Description: This program is designed for students wanting to enter the medical field in all capacities. This includes, but is not limited to, secretaries, receptionists, lab and records technicians, billers and coders, nurse assistants, office assistants, and other health care providers. The program could also be attended by attorneys, court reporters, non-healthcare professionals, pre-med students, and other individuals who are interested in knowing more about their own health, as well as their family's health. There is a growing need for health literacy, especially for those who care for older adults. Students who have higher levels of terminology knowledge tend to excel in managing patient information and they are better able to communicate with patients.

This continuing education program consists of two interrelated parts:

1. The medical terminology segment consists of the spelling, pronunciation, meaning, and use of terms utilized in the medical setting. It will cover prefix, suffix, and root words and the importance of how these words are used to learn and understand all medical terms. 

2. The anatomy-physiology portion includes basic concepts in the structure and function of the human body. It is broken down into body systems 

This course brings medical language to life and helps you develop the understanding to communicate fluently in the healthcare setting. Terms and complex medical processes are accessible and easy to understand at all learning levels with an approach that explains terms in the context of anatomy and physiology, as well as how the body works in health and disease. This course is designed to reinforce your comprehension and help you establish a practical foundation for a successful career in healthcare.

Course Outline: 

• Basic Word Structure

• Prefixes, Suffixes & Roots

• Digestive System, Nervous System,

• Urinary System, Female Reproductive System, Male Reproductive System

• Cardiovascular System & Blood System

• Respiratory System

• Lymphatic/Immune System

• Musculoskeletal System

• Skin, Sense Organs: Eye and Ear

• Endocrine System

• Cancer Medicine (Oncology)

• Radiology and Nuclear Medicine

• Pharmacology

• Psychiatry

It will also cover

• Plurals

• Abbreviations, Acronyms, and Symbols

• Normal Hematologic Reference Values and Implications of Abnormal Results 

• Drugs 

• Complementary and Alternative Medicine Terms 

Target Student:  This is an entry-level course for anyone interested in working in the medical field.

Prerequisite: English and basic writing skills

Delivery Methods: Instructor-led, group paced classroom delivery learning model with structured hands-on activities; or Instructor Online Live.