Business Technology
Medical Transcription
Certificate, 69-71 credits, 4 quarters
Program Description
Medical transcriptionists listen to dictated medical information and, using the personal computer and word processing software,
prepare medical reports for hospitals, physicians' offices, home health care facilities, and medical clinics.
This four-quarter program is designed to prepare the student for an entry level position in medical transcription through an
academic study of anatomy and medical terminology, word processing skills, grammar and punctuation, spelling and specialized medical
and surgical terminology, procedures and diagnostic tests.
A supervised practicum is done in a local health care facility in the final quarter. Upon successful completion of all program
requirements the student is ready for entry level employment.
Students who successfully complete this program are prepared to:
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the appropriate skills and knowledge needed for employment in hospitals, clinics and/or medical transcription services [
Emphasis is placed on transcription of medical office correspondence and chart notes.] and
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the ability to transcribe hospital reports including: History and Physical Examinations, Consultations, Discharge Summaries,
Operative, Pathology, Radiology, and other ancillary department reports.