Medical Terminology
(12 - 24 Hours)
The Medical Terminology course provides an introduction to the professional language used by those who are directly and indirectly involved with the art of healing. The course will also introduce those not currently involved in the health care environment with an introduction to the language of medicine. In addition, the program will provide participants with the basics of human anatomy and physiology.
Course Content:
- Introduction to Medical Terminology
- Body Structures
- Word Parts
- Integumentary System
- The Breast
- Musculoskeletal System
- Nervous System
- The Sensory System
- Cardiovascular System
- Lymphatic and Immune System
- Respiratory System
- Digestive System
- The Endocrine System
- Reproductive System
- Urinary System
Evaluation Process
At the end of each module, there is a test. Participants that do not achieve 70% can review the module content and try as many times as necessary to complete the course. Test questions are randomly selected from a test bank, making each test unique.
Course Duration:
This online course is self-paced. Participants may leave the course at anytime and can resume where they left off. The duration will depend on the individual participant and their prior knowledge of the subject matter. On average, the course will take between 12 - 24 hours to complete.