Medical Terminology: A Word Association Approach (Self-Paced Tutorial) Online Certificate Course
Learn The Medical Terminology From An Anatomical Approach
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Learn The Medical Terminology From An Anatomical Approach
This course teaches medical terminology from an anatomical approach. Root terms are divided by each body system. The origin, a combined form, and an example of non-medical everyday usage is provided for each root term.
Word Associations are provided as a learning tool. Unusual and interesting information is provided in regards to each term. Root terms are combined with prefixes and suffixes as your learning will culminate in the interpretation of several paragraphs of medical notes
Course Fast Facts:
- Learn the fundamentals of Medical Terminology: A Word Association Approach
- Comprehensive 11 module Certificate in Medical Terminology: A Word Association Approach (Self-Paced Tutorial) Online Course
- Study along with simple instructions & demonstrations
- Written and developed by leading Medical Terminology experts
- Receive one-on-one online help & support
- Certificate of completion awarded with passing score for the online assessment
- Study at your own pace with no rigid class timetables, 24/7 from any computer or smart device
Course Delivery
Courses are accessed online by any device including PC, tablet or Smart Phone. Upon purchase an automated welcome email will be sent to you (please check your junk email inbox if not received as this is an automated email), in order for you to access your online course, which is Available 24/7 on any computer or smart mobile device.
Recognition & Accreditation
All students who complete the course receive a certificate of completion with a passing score (for the online assessment) and will be issued a certificate via email.
There are 11 units of study
Module 1 : Common Root and Musculoskeletal Terms
Welcome to the first lesson of medical terminology! You will begin the course by exploring root terms, which represent the main meaning of a combined medical term. A combined medical term consists of a root, a prefix, and/or a suffix. As you progress through each lesson of this course, you will proceed by "body system." Your first lesson covers root terms that are associated with the musculoskeletal system, like muscles, bones, joints, and tendons of the body.
Module 2 : Integumentary and Digestive Terms
In this lesson, you will learn a variety of terminology relating to the integumentary and digestive systems. The integumentary system includes the skin, connective tissues, and some loosely associated structures such as nails and teeth. You will also learn medical terminology relating to the digestive tract from the mouth, to the pharynx, to the esophagus, and so on, all the way out to the exterior of the body.
Module 3 : Cardiovascular and Respiratory Terms
This lesson will go over terminology related to the cardiovascular and respiratory systems. The cardiovascular system includes the heart, arteries, veins, and blood, while the respiratory system includes the lungs and assorted chest structures.
Module 4 : Urinary and Reproductive Terms
The topic areas of this lesson are the urinary and reproductive systems. When you go over the urinary system, you will learn terminology related to the kidneys, bladder, urine, and even some chemistry terms. When you go over the reproductive system, you will learn root terms that refer to both male and female anatomical structures.
Module 5 : Neurosensory Terms and Root-Term Review
This lesson concludes the introduction to root terms. You will learn root terms that are associated with the neurosensory system, including nerves, the eyes, ears, brain, and spinal cord. Then you will begin doing something a little different—this lesson includes a review session to help you remember all of the root terms that you've learned so far.
Module 6 : Prefixes and Suffixes A through H
In this lesson, you will learn about prefixes and suffixes that are common in medicine and start with the letters A through H. Starting here, you won't be going through the word associations that you did in previous lessons. By now, you will find that you can recognize many of these terms.
Module 7 : Prefixes and Suffixes I through O
This lesson continues to progress through the prefixes and suffixes commonly used in medical terminology. Your objective for this lesson is to identify the common medical prefixes and suffixes that begin with the letters I through O.
Module 8 : Prefixes and Suffixes P through Z
This lesson completes the tour through the alphabetical listings of the most common prefixes and suffixes used in medical terminology by focusing on prefixes and suffixes that begin with the letters P through Z. You will find that there are many more terms that medical professionals use less often, and you will even discover that sometimes a root that you already know is used as a prefix or suffix.
Module 9 : Color Prefixes and Suffixes and Abbreviated Titles
In previous lessons, you learned about common prefixes and suffixes. This lesson focuses on specific prefixes and suffixes that pertain to color. Color is used quite a bit in the medical field because it helps everyone to describe various signs and symptoms. You will also go over medical abbreviations that are specific to the various occupations and titles of the medical industry. Your assignment in this lesson will change a little as your research becomes a bit more challenging.
Module 10 : Common Abbreviations A through R
The medical community uses an abundance of abbreviations. Some medical facilities don't allow them, but you should still learn the meanings of the most common abbreviations so you will know them when you see them. This lesson covers abbreviations that start with the letters A through R. Your assignment for this lesson will be a bit different—you're going to find words in a medical note that you can replace with the abbreviations that you learned in the lesson.
Module 11 : Common Abbreviations S through W and Specialized Abbreviations
In this lesson, you will finish your study of medical abbreviations with letters S through Z. You will also go over specific abbreviations that refer to hospital areas, laboratory tests, chemistries, and medical symbols. This lesson’s assignment has you find the abbreviations that correctly relate to each sentence in a medical note.
Entry requirements
Students must have basic literacy and numeracy skills.
Minimum education
Open entry. Previous schooling and academic achievements are not required for entry into this course.
Computer requirements
Students will need access to a computer and the internet.
Minimum specifications for the computer are:
Windows:
- Microsoft Windows XP, or later
- Modern and up to date Browser (Internet Explorer 8 or later, Firefox, Chrome)
All systems
- Internet bandwidth of 1Mb or faster
- Flash player or a browser with HTML5 video capabilities(Currently Internet Explorer 9, Firefox, Chrome)
Students will also need access the following applications:
Adobe Acrobat Reader
Note: This course is not suitable for Macintosh users.
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No, anyone who has an interest in learning more about this subject matter is encouraged to take our course. There are no entry requirements to take this course.
No, you do not require a High School Diploma or to have finished school to study this course, this course is open to anyone who would like to take this course.
This course is provided in English, however, due to the digital nature of our training, you can take your time studying the material and make use of tools such as google translate and Grammarly.
Yes, this course is online. Through well-crafted lessons, expert online instruction and interaction with your tutor, participants in this course gain valuable knowledge. You have the flexibility to study at your own pace combined with enough structure and support to complete the course. You can access the classroom 24/7 from anywhere with an Internet connection.
After you have completed payment, you will receive a confirmation email and tax receipt. You will also receive an email containing your course login details (username and password), as well as instructions on how to access and log in to your course via the internet with any device, please check your junk/spam folder in the event that you do not receive the email.
This is a self-paced course that can be started at anytime as long as you have internet access and a computer.
Online learning is easy, if not easier than a traditional academic situation. By studying an online course, the usual boundaries caused by location and time constraints are eliminated, meaning you are free to study where and when you want at your own pace. Of course, you will need to be able to self-manage your time and be organized, but with our help, you’ll soon find yourself settling into a comfortable rhythm of study.
You don't need to be a computer expert to succeed with our online training, but you should be comfortable typing, using the internet and be capable of using common software (such as Microsoft word).
You have unlimited access for 3 months. You may start and finish the course at your own time and learn at your own pace.
Individual courses are very comprehensive and can take up to 24 hours to complete.
If you choose a course bundle, simply multiply the above hours by the number of courses included in the bundle.
For example:
- 2 course bundle is 2 x 24 hours = 48 hours
- 3 course bundle is 3 x 24 hours = 72 hours
- 5 course bundle is 5 x 24 hours = 120 hours
- 10 course bundle is 10 x 24 hours = 240 hours
Yes, there is tutor support, a dedicated professional instructor is available via email, answering questions and providing feedback.
The onetime fee includes all training materials, including online content, diagrams, videos if included, interactive instructions and quizzes, plus you will receive a certificate upon completion.
All the required material for your course is included in the online system, you do not need to buy anything else.
Yes, all our courses are interactive.
Yes, you will be required to complete a multiple-choice test online at the end of your course, you can do this test as many times as you require.
You will receive a Certificate of Completion that is applicable worldwide, which demonstrates your commitment to learning new skills. You can share the certificate with your friends, relatives, co-workers and potential employers. Also, include it in your resume/CV, professional social media profiles and job applications.
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"I have absolutely enjoyed the materials from Courses for Success. The materials are easy to understand which makes learning enjoyable. Courses for Success have great topics of interest which make you come back for more.
Thank you Courses for Success for being part of my learning journey and making education affordable!"
Our completion certificates are very valuable and will help you progress in your work environment and show employers how committed you are to learn new skills, you might even get a promotion.
No, it is not equivalent to a college or university credit.
This course will give you the skills you need to help you obtain employment, but it’s up to you if you get the job or not.
Studying and completing this course will show employers that you have the knowledge in this field, additionally you will gain more confidence in this area of expertise.
The Certificates are valid for life and do not need renewing.
Courses are studied online at your own pace and you are free to study as many or as few courses as you wish, we also offer online course bundles that allow you to save on additional courses so that you may get all the topics related to your training goals in one go.
We accept payments via PayPal, Credit Card, Bank Transfer and Amazon Pay for the USA. For payment plans, we offer Sezzle for USA & Canada, Afterpay for Australia & New Zealand. *For faster transaction Credit Card payments are preferred. Please purchase online via our website course product page or contact us at , to pay via bank transfer.
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Learn The Medical Terminology From An Anatomical Approach
This course teaches medical terminology from an anatomical approach. Root terms are divided by each body system. The origin, a combined form, and an example of non-medical everyday usage is provided for each root term.
Word Associations are provided as a learning tool. Unusual and interesting information is provided in regards to each term. Root terms are combined with prefixes and suffixes as your learning will culminate in the interpretation of several paragraphs of medical notes
Course Fast Facts:
- Learn the fundamentals of Medical Terminology: A Word Association Approach
- Comprehensive 11 module Certificate in Medical Terminology: A Word Association Approach (Self-Paced Tutorial) Online Course
- Study along with simple instructions & demonstrations
- Written and developed by leading Medical Terminology experts
- Receive one-on-one online help & support
- Certificate of completion awarded with passing score for the online assessment
- Study at your own pace with no rigid class timetables, 24/7 from any computer or smart device
Course Delivery
Courses are accessed online by any device including PC, tablet or Smart Phone. Upon purchase an automated welcome email will be sent to you (please check your junk email inbox if not received as this is an automated email), in order for you to access your online course, which is Available 24/7 on any computer or smart mobile device.
Recognition & Accreditation
All students who complete the course receive a certificate of completion with a passing score (for the online assessment) and will be issued a certificate via email.
There are 11 units of study
Module 1 : Common Root and Musculoskeletal Terms
Welcome to the first lesson of medical terminology! You will begin the course by exploring root terms, which represent the main meaning of a combined medical term. A combined medical term consists of a root, a prefix, and/or a suffix. As you progress through each lesson of this course, you will proceed by "body system." Your first lesson covers root terms that are associated with the musculoskeletal system, like muscles, bones, joints, and tendons of the body.
Module 2 : Integumentary and Digestive Terms
In this lesson, you will learn a variety of terminology relating to the integumentary and digestive systems. The integumentary system includes the skin, connective tissues, and some loosely associated structures such as nails and teeth. You will also learn medical terminology relating to the digestive tract from the mouth, to the pharynx, to the esophagus, and so on, all the way out to the exterior of the body.
Module 3 : Cardiovascular and Respiratory Terms
This lesson will go over terminology related to the cardiovascular and respiratory systems. The cardiovascular system includes the heart, arteries, veins, and blood, while the respiratory system includes the lungs and assorted chest structures.
Module 4 : Urinary and Reproductive Terms
The topic areas of this lesson are the urinary and reproductive systems. When you go over the urinary system, you will learn terminology related to the kidneys, bladder, urine, and even some chemistry terms. When you go over the reproductive system, you will learn root terms that refer to both male and female anatomical structures.
Module 5 : Neurosensory Terms and Root-Term Review
This lesson concludes the introduction to root terms. You will learn root terms that are associated with the neurosensory system, including nerves, the eyes, ears, brain, and spinal cord. Then you will begin doing something a little different—this lesson includes a review session to help you remember all of the root terms that you've learned so far.
Module 6 : Prefixes and Suffixes A through H
In this lesson, you will learn about prefixes and suffixes that are common in medicine and start with the letters A through H. Starting here, you won't be going through the word associations that you did in previous lessons. By now, you will find that you can recognize many of these terms.
Module 7 : Prefixes and Suffixes I through O
This lesson continues to progress through the prefixes and suffixes commonly used in medical terminology. Your objective for this lesson is to identify the common medical prefixes and suffixes that begin with the letters I through O.
Module 8 : Prefixes and Suffixes P through Z
This lesson completes the tour through the alphabetical listings of the most common prefixes and suffixes used in medical terminology by focusing on prefixes and suffixes that begin with the letters P through Z. You will find that there are many more terms that medical professionals use less often, and you will even discover that sometimes a root that you already know is used as a prefix or suffix.
Module 9 : Color Prefixes and Suffixes and Abbreviated Titles
In previous lessons, you learned about common prefixes and suffixes. This lesson focuses on specific prefixes and suffixes that pertain to color. Color is used quite a bit in the medical field because it helps everyone to describe various signs and symptoms. You will also go over medical abbreviations that are specific to the various occupations and titles of the medical industry. Your assignment in this lesson will change a little as your research becomes a bit more challenging.
Module 10 : Common Abbreviations A through R
The medical community uses an abundance of abbreviations. Some medical facilities don't allow them, but you should still learn the meanings of the most common abbreviations so you will know them when you see them. This lesson covers abbreviations that start with the letters A through R. Your assignment for this lesson will be a bit different—you're going to find words in a medical note that you can replace with the abbreviations that you learned in the lesson.
Module 11 : Common Abbreviations S through W and Specialized Abbreviations
In this lesson, you will finish your study of medical abbreviations with letters S through Z. You will also go over specific abbreviations that refer to hospital areas, laboratory tests, chemistries, and medical symbols. This lesson’s assignment has you find the abbreviations that correctly relate to each sentence in a medical note.
Entry requirements
Students must have basic literacy and numeracy skills.
Minimum education
Open entry. Previous schooling and academic achievements are not required for entry into this course.
Computer requirements
Students will need access to a computer and the internet.
Minimum specifications for the computer are:
Windows:
- Microsoft Windows XP, or later
- Modern and up to date Browser (Internet Explorer 8 or later, Firefox, Chrome)
All systems
- Internet bandwidth of 1Mb or faster
- Flash player or a browser with HTML5 video capabilities(Currently Internet Explorer 9, Firefox, Chrome)
Students will also need access the following applications:
Adobe Acrobat Reader
Note: This course is not suitable for Macintosh users.
Courses For Success is a global course platform that started in 2008 with 5 courses, since then we have grown to over 10,000 online courses. As our courses are delivered online via the internet, we sell our courses worldwide.
Our courses span across many categories including Academic, Animal, Beauty, Business, Career, Counseling, Creative & Media, Health & Therapy, Hobbies & Trades, IT, Personal Development, Sports & Fitness.
Some of the companies we work with include Groupon, Living Social, CNN, Entrepreneur, Mashable, Reed UK, Stack Social and many more.
The Personal Success Training Program was developed by Courses For Success to help our customers achieve success. Currently, we are offering this program for FREE with every course or bundle purchase this month. This is a limited time offer! We have received thousands of reviews for this program, please see: Personal Success Training Program Reviews
No, anyone who has an interest in learning more about this subject matter is encouraged to take our course. There are no entry requirements to take this course.
No, you do not require a High School Diploma or to have finished school to study this course, this course is open to anyone who would like to take this course.
This course is provided in English, however, due to the digital nature of our training, you can take your time studying the material and make use of tools such as google translate and Grammarly.
Yes, this course is online. Through well-crafted lessons, expert online instruction and interaction with your tutor, participants in this course gain valuable knowledge. You have the flexibility to study at your own pace combined with enough structure and support to complete the course. You can access the classroom 24/7 from anywhere with an Internet connection.
After you have completed payment, you will receive a confirmation email and tax receipt. You will also receive an email containing your course login details (username and password), as well as instructions on how to access and log in to your course via the internet with any device, please check your junk/spam folder in the event that you do not receive the email.
This is a self-paced course that can be started at anytime as long as you have internet access and a computer.
Online learning is easy, if not easier than a traditional academic situation. By studying an online course, the usual boundaries caused by location and time constraints are eliminated, meaning you are free to study where and when you want at your own pace. Of course, you will need to be able to self-manage your time and be organized, but with our help, you’ll soon find yourself settling into a comfortable rhythm of study.
You don't need to be a computer expert to succeed with our online training, but you should be comfortable typing, using the internet and be capable of using common software (such as Microsoft word).
You have unlimited access for 3 months. You may start and finish the course at your own time and learn at your own pace.
Individual courses are very comprehensive and can take up to 24 hours to complete.
If you choose a course bundle, simply multiply the above hours by the number of courses included in the bundle.
For example:
- 2 course bundle is 2 x 24 hours = 48 hours
- 3 course bundle is 3 x 24 hours = 72 hours
- 5 course bundle is 5 x 24 hours = 120 hours
- 10 course bundle is 10 x 24 hours = 240 hours
Yes, there is tutor support, a dedicated professional instructor is available via email, answering questions and providing feedback.
The onetime fee includes all training materials, including online content, diagrams, videos if included, interactive instructions and quizzes, plus you will receive a certificate upon completion.
All the required material for your course is included in the online system, you do not need to buy anything else.
Yes, all our courses are interactive.
Yes, you will be required to complete a multiple-choice test online at the end of your course, you can do this test as many times as you require.
You will receive a Certificate of Completion that is applicable worldwide, which demonstrates your commitment to learning new skills. You can share the certificate with your friends, relatives, co-workers and potential employers. Also, include it in your resume/CV, professional social media profiles and job applications.
Wendy Sue Hunt - 5 STAR REVIEW
"If you are considering taking any “Courses for Success”, I would highly recommend it. I have always been a firm believer it’s important to always sharpen your skills. You are never too old to learn more. I found the courses very helpful, interesting and easy to understand.
The term “Courses for Success” helped me in my current position to succeed. After completing the courses, I gave my manager the completion certificates. Recently I received a promotion too."
Valencia Marie Aviles - 5 STAR REVIEW
"I had a very good experience with my course. It has helped me to get multiple jobs and prepared me for almost everything I would need to know. The course was very informative and easy to understand and broken up perfectly to be done in a short amount of time while still learning a good amount! I would recommend Courses for Success to anyone trying to get abs certifications for job advancements, it is well worth it!"
ELENA GRIFFIN - 5 STAR REVIEW
"I have absolutely enjoyed the materials from Courses for Success. The materials are easy to understand which makes learning enjoyable. Courses for Success have great topics of interest which make you come back for more.
Thank you Courses for Success for being part of my learning journey and making education affordable!"
Our completion certificates are very valuable and will help you progress in your work environment and show employers how committed you are to learn new skills, you might even get a promotion.
No, it is not equivalent to a college or university credit.
This course will give you the skills you need to help you obtain employment, but it’s up to you if you get the job or not.
Studying and completing this course will show employers that you have the knowledge in this field, additionally you will gain more confidence in this area of expertise.
The Certificates are valid for life and do not need renewing.
Courses are studied online at your own pace and you are free to study as many or as few courses as you wish, we also offer online course bundles that allow you to save on additional courses so that you may get all the topics related to your training goals in one go.
We accept payments via PayPal, Credit Card, Bank Transfer and Amazon Pay for the USA. For payment plans, we offer Sezzle for USA & Canada, Afterpay for Australia & New Zealand. *For faster transaction Credit Card payments are preferred. Please purchase online via our website course product page or contact us at , to pay via bank transfer.
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Course Summary
| Course ID: | 007T8450 |
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| Delivery Mode: |
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| Access: | 3 months |
| Tutor Support: | Yes |
| Time: | 40 Hours |
| Duration: | 24 Hours |
| Assessments: | Yes |
| Qualification: | Certificate of Completion |
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