Medical Transcriptionist

This sequence of five courses prepares individuals with strong English, spelling and keyboarding skills for entry-level transcription positions. Students learn basic medical terminology and transcription theory, then practice transcribing tapes of actual dictation of medical reports by physicians to build word recognition and speed.

This program is an Internet-based distance learning course. Students may work on the course at home or in the lab. The class meets five times per quarter. Students complete their assignments on their own time in the computer lab outside of the class meetings with e-mail access to the instructor. Students need to plan on spending 12-15 hours per week on coursework for this program (this includes reading, study, and lab time).

Class meets first Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday of the quarter.

Any developmental coursework a student may be required to complete may increase the program length.

Degrees and Certificates	Length of Program	Admission Dates
Medical Transcriptionist Certificate of Completion	25 credits 5 quarters	Fall, winter, spring, summer