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:
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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.
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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:
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Basic Word Structure
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Prefixes, Suffixes & Roots
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Digestive System, Nervous System,
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Urinary System, Female Reproductive System, Male Reproductive System
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Cardiovascular System & Blood System
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Respiratory System
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Lymphatic/Immune System
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Musculoskeletal System
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Skin, Sense Organs: Eye and Ear
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Endocrine System
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Cancer Medicine (Oncology)
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Radiology and Nuclear Medicine
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Pharmacology
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Psychiatry
It will also cover
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Plurals
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Abbreviations, Acronyms, and Symbols
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Normal Hematologic Reference Values and Implications of Abnormal Results
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Drugs
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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.
Convenience and Quality instruction is our goal at John Mason Institute.
Available formats
Live in person instructor at our classroom or remote instruction in the traditional classroom style
Remote one on one instruction for your convenience with our top quality teachers.
Instruction with a very flexible schedule
Do you need a class date and time not on the schedule or prefer the instruction be done at your location? Then please contact us and we work very hard to meet your needs.