Go through each of the nine main report types-their formatting requirements, the components of each one, and how they are used in the clinical setting.
Gain important clinical knowledge of major disease processes that are essential to enhance your skill as a medical documentation specialist.
Learn by the end of the course, the basic report types, clinical knowledge of major diseases, be able to correct grammar from dictated reports on the fly, and know the next steps to take!
Lesson 1 - Introduction to Medical Transcription
Lesson 2 - Tools of the Trade
Lesson 3 - Understanding Medical Records
Lesson 4 - Listening Carefully
Lesson 5 - Grammar, Sentence Structure, and Punctuation
Lesson 6 - Style
Lesson 7 - Medical Terminology and Spelling
Lesson 8 - Report Formatting and Word Processing
Lesson 9 - Checking Your Work
Lesson 10 - Classification Systems, and Discharge and Death Summaries
Lesson 11 - Infections, Blood, and Cells
Lesson 12 - The Nuts and Bolts of Working as an MT
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There are no prerequisites for this course. However, it is recommended that you have prior knowledge of medical terminology and touch-typing before enrolling in this course.
Hardware Requirements:
This course can be taken on either a PC, Mac, or Chromebook.
Software Requirements:
PC: Windows 8 or later.
Mac: macOS 10.6 or later.
Browser: The latest version of Google Chrome or Mozilla Firefox are preferred. Microsoft Edge and Safari are also compatible.
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.
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90% attendance
• Students must successfully pass 10 quizzes with a minimum grade of 70% by the second quiz attempt.
• If all quizzes are not passed with 70 or better by the second attempt, the final exam score must be 70% or higher on the first attempt for successful completion.
• The Final Exam must be taken by the Wake Tech course end date.
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This course is intended for anyone interested in a career in Medical Transcription.
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Requisites: None
To view information on this course and additional non-degree course offerings, visit the Workforce Continuing Education Catalog