Medical Terminology
Medical terminology is the universal language used by healthcare professionals to communicate medical symptoms, conditions and procedures. If you are considering pursuing a career in the healthcare industry, completing a medical terminology course is essential.
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Course Overview
Course Highlights
Flexible, Online Learning
Dedicated Student Support Team
Fully Qualified Course Trainers
Downloadable Resources (Yours to Keep)
Enhanced Employability & Career Opportunities
Certificate of Completion & Nationally Recognised Statement of Attainment
Both new and existing healthcare workers must interpret and apply specific medical terms and procedures to efficiently manage patient records and communicate with other medical staff. Whether you’re looking for a career change or simply want to make your next trip to the doctor less confusing, this nationally recognised medical terminology course offers a valuable skill set for personal and professional life.
Quick Facts
Duration
Part time 4-8 weeks Full time 2-4 weeks
(finish earlier if you wish)
Delivery
Online with 24/7 access to your course
Fees & Funding
$295
Payment via credit card, debit card or bank transfer accepted
Group booking - Discounts for 6 or more, enquire for pricing.
Start Date
Any time!
Course Outcomes
What you’ll learn
Via a combination of theory and practical course work activities, you will gain the necessary skills and knowledge to:
What you’ll earn
You will receive a certificate of completion and statement of attainment upon successful completion of this course.
If you’re looking to use this course to enhance your current certifications or enter the healthcare administration industry, a range of medical reception jobs may be on offer, existing within:
Interpret and apply common medical terminology appropriately
Confidently read, review and pronounce difficult medical terms
Dissect difficult medical words and use prefixes, root words and suffixes, to decipher what they mean.
Communicate various conditions and symptoms relating to each bodily function/system
Medical practices (GP clinics)
Hospitals
Specialist practices
Radiology facilities (X-ray, Ultrasound, MRI etc.)
Pathology clinics
Skin cancer clinics
Allied health practices (physiotherapy, podiatry and many more).
Course Entry Requirements
There are no formal entry requirements for this course.
MAT is committed to providing every enrolled student with the support they need to succeed in their studies. To ensure this, it is necessary for students to have a strong grasp of computer basics and to meet the appropriate proficiency levels in reading, writing, oral communication, and numeracy as outlined in the Australian Core Skills Framework (ACSF) for their chosen course. Click here.
All applicants 16 years and over are welcome.
Course structure & fees
COURSE SUBJECT
BSBMED301 INTERPRET AND APPLY MEDICAL TERMINOLOGY APPROPRIATELY
Gain an understanding of:
- Prefixes, suffixes and root words commonly used in the medical industry.
- Common medical abbreviation meanings and when they are used.
- Learn strategies to confidently dissect and pronounce difficult medical words.
- The human body systems including conditions and diseases relating to each body system.
COURSE ASSESSMENT ACTIVITIES
MAT’s course assessment is competency-based, which means you need not worry about a pass or fail outcome. Our trainers will use various methods to assess your medical reception and terminology capabilities, such as:
- Q&As – written answers to proposed scenarios and knowledge checks.
- Product-based assessment – e.g. writing a letter using appropriate medical terminology.
- Short pronunciation and communication tasks – e.g. providing audio recordings of simulated conversations to demonstrate your abilities.
MAT gives every student up to three attempts for each assessment to promote plenty of opportunities for success. Our devoted trainers are fully committed to guiding you throughout your learning journey, offering comprehensive written feedback to enhance your understanding and improve your skills.
COURSE DURATION
To complete their course, all students are allocated up to 4 weeks for the full time study load and 8 weeks for the part time study load. However, as this is a self-paced course, you can finish it in much less time.
COURSE EQUIPMENT
As an online study program, our flexible platform allows you to access fully accredited course material from any location anytime. You can conveniently participate in and complete coursework using a desktop computer or laptop. To access your course content, please ensure you have the following:
- An up-to-date browser, such as Chrome or Firefox
- Access to Microsoft Office
- A reliable internet connection
- Functional audio capabilities (microphone) on your desktop or laptop device.
RECOGNITION OF PRIOR LEARNING
You can apply for RPL and Credit Transfers at the time of enrolment or during the course. Please refer to our student handbook for further information.
COURSE COSTS
Total Course Costs: $295
Payments can be made in full on registration by Credit card, debit card or bank transfer. For employer group bookings of 6 or more, please enquire for pricing.
FEE STRUCTURE
This course fee is made up of:
Non-Refundable Enrolment Fee: $50
Course Unit Fee (x 1 Units): $245
TOTAL COURSE FEE PAYABLE: $295
CAN I CONTINUE MY STUDIES WITH MEDICAL ADMINISTRATION TRAINING?
Absolutely! At Medical Administration Training, we provide comprehensive and fully accredited training in Health Administration, ranging from Certificate III up to Diploma level qualifications.
Additionally, we offer a range of industry-specific short courses. As a token of our appreciation, all our successful students are eligible for exclusive discounts on our courses (excluding funded courses).
LEADING STUDENT SUPPORT PROGRAM
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Our committed student administration support team can assist you at every stage of your educational journey, from the moment you enrol until you complete your course. They will ensure seamless access to our Learning Management System (LMS), address any general enquiries, and offer ongoing support throughout the entire process.
We offer multiple communication channels such as phone, email, and messaging via our LMS to ensure convenience and responsiveness wherever and whenever you require it. Whether you’re exploring a new career fresh out of school or returning to studies later in life, you can trust that MAT is fully committed to your success and will provide the support you need every step of the way.
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