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Our Medical Transcription Expert Program creates a simulation approach to medical transcription that will give you a working knowledge of the medical reports most commonly used in both inpatient and outpatient care settings. Students will learn about medical terminology, anatomy and physiology, and keyboarding.
Medical Transcription
Our Medical Transcription course creates a simulation approach to medical transcription that will give you a working knowledge of the medical reports most commonly used in both inpatient and outpatient care settings. You will transcribe 100s of real medical reports. The course provides an overview of basic typing skills, proper transcription techniques, punctuation fundamentals, and proofreading guidelines. We also provide you with the proper formatting, grammar, and style in accordance with AHDI. Transcription reports include: history and physical examinations, correspondence letters, charts and progress notes, and speech recognition editing. Log into the textbook resources to get even more proofreading practice and transcription experience.
Prerequisite(s): Medical Terminology
Anatomy & Physiology
Our Anatomy and Physiology course makes the difficult concepts of anatomy and physiology clear and easier to understand. Focusing on the normal structure and function of the human body and what the body does to maintain homeostasis, our course provides students with detailed illustrations and a variety of interactive learning tools to help establish an essential foundation for success in the care of the human body. Students will examine the skin, skeletal system, muscles, nervous system, sensory organs, the endocrine system and other human body structures and functions.
Prerequisite(s): None
Medical Terminology
Quickly master the basics of medical terminology and begin speaking and writing terms almost immediately! This course omits time-consuming, nonessential information and helps you build a working medical vocabulary of the most frequently encountered suffixes, prefixes, and word roots. Medical terms are introduced in the context of human anatomy and physiology to help you understand exactly what they mean, and case studies, vignettes, and activities demonstrate how medical terms are used in practice.
Prerequisite(s): None
Keyboarding Made Easy
Leave hunt-and-peck to the chickens. Effective and efficient keyboarding is more than tapping the correct letter. Our course teaches you to react to letters instead of finding them on the keyboard. This breakthrough guide brims with step-by-step exercises for keyboarding with ease. Develop your digital dexterity with our Keyboarding Basics course.
** Course Subject to Change.
Medical Transcription
After completing this course, you should be able to:
- Recall the fundamentals of medical transcription, including skills, abilities, equipment
- Recognize the core elements of transcription: punctuation, capitalization, and grammar
- Identify how to properly transcribe correspondence letters
- List how to accurately transcribe history and physical examination records
- Differentiate between various medical reports and identify the proper ways to transcribe them
Anatomy & Physiology
After completing this course, you should be able to:
- Define the basic concepts of anatomy and physiology
- Recognize how cells and organs develop and change throughout the life span
- Recall how each body system functions independently and contribute to overall function
- State basic characteristics of each organ system and how they contribute to maintaining normal body function
- Differentiate between organ systems of the body and their various functions
Medical Terminology
After completing this course, you should be able to:
- Identify how to gain and understand the basic word structure in medical terminology
- Recognize how to relate the medical terms to the structure and function of the human body
- Identify body systems, body cavities, and planes of the body
- Define words by dividing them into their component parts
- Recall the terminology used with medical specialists and case reports
Keyboarding Made Easy
After completing this course, you should be able to:
- List ways to become familiar with the keyboard layout
- Identify correct techniques for keyboarding and ways to improve skills
- Recognize different styles of text
- Recall how to keyboard for personal and business writing
Medical Transcription
Medical Transcription Module 1
Typing Practice & Improvement
- Pre-Test Your Typing Ability
- Finger Positioning Exercises
- Typing Practice Games
- Typing Progress Tracking
- Improve Your Typing Skills
- Increase Your Typing Speed
Medical Transcription Module 2
Medical Transcription: The Basics
- Medical Communication
- Transcription Skills and Speed
- Physically Challenged Transcriptionists
- Ethical and Legal Responsibilities
- Medical Reports and Records
- Equipment and Technology
- Ergonomics
- Dictation Equipment
Medical Transcription Module 3
Punctuation and Capitalization
- Vocabulary
- Comma
- Period
- Decimal Point
- Quotation Marks
- Colon
- Hyphens
- Spacing with Punctuation
- Capitalization Rules
Medical Transcription Module 4
Transcribing Numbers, Figures, Abbreviations, and Letters
- Metric System in Medical Records
- Typing Numbers
- Use of Abbreviations & Acronyms
- Postscript
- Qualities of a Mailable Letter
- Letter Formats
- Letter Mechanics
- Placement & Paragraphing
- Signing and Mailing
Medical Transcription Module 5
Proofreading and Reference Books
- Where Errors Occur
- Accuracy
- Types of Errors
- How to Proofread
- English & Medical Dictionaries
- Journals & Newsletters
- Medical Spelling
- Compound Words
- Spelling The Names of Drugs
Medical Transcription Module 6
Word Endings and Grammar Review
- Plural Endings
- Forming Plurals of Medical Terms
- Basic Rules for Plural English Words
- Noun and Adjective Endings
- Homonyms
- Word-Choice Pairs
- Antecedents
- Parallel Structure
- Personal Pronouns
- Tense of Verbs
Medical Transcription Module 7
Outpatient Medical Chart Notes and Physical Exam Report
- General Principles for Complete Documentation in Medical Records
- New Patient, Office
- Established Patient, Office
- Chart Note, Emergency Department Visit
- Formats and Styles
- Patient History
- Physical Examinations
- Interval History
Medical Transcription Module 8
Medical Reports and Business Documents
- Discharge Summaries
- Operative Reports
- Pathology Reports
- Radiology and Imaging Reports
- Consultation Reports
- Composition Guidelines
- Writing Memoranda
- Electronic Mail
- Typing Hospital Protocols and Reports
- Agenda and Minutes
Medical Transcription Module 9
Speech Recognition and Establishing Your Career
- Medical Transcriptionist Terminology
- Medical Document Quality Editor Terminology
- Speech-Recognized Draft Editing
- Demographic Data
- Working from Home
- Marketing Yourself
- Home-Based Business
- Interview Skills
- Professionalism
**Outlines are subject to change, as courses and materials are updated.**
Anatomy & Physiology
Anatomy & Physiology Module 1
Human Body and Chemical Level of Organization
- Overview of Anatomy and Physiology
- Structural Organization of the Human Body
- Functions of Human Life
- Requirements for Human Life
- Homeostasis
- Anatomical Terminology
- Medical Imaging
- Elements and Atoms
- Chemical Bonds and Reactions
- Inorganic and Organic Compounds Essential to Human Functioning
Anatomy & Physiology Module 2
Cellular and Tissue Organization
- Cell Membrane
- Cytoplasm and Cellular Organelles
- Nucleus and DNA Replication
- Protein Synthesis
- Cell Growth and Division
- Cellular Differentiation
- Types of Tissues
- Epithelial Tissue
- Connective Tissue Mediates Perception and Response
- Tissue Injury and Aging
Anatomy & Physiology Module 3
The Integumentary System, Bone Tissue and Skeletal System
- Layers of the Skin
- Accessory Structures of the Skin
- Functions of the Integumentary System
- Diseases, Disorders and Injuries
- Functions of the Skeletal System
- Bone Classification and Structure
- Bone Formation and Development
- Fractures: Bone Repair
- Exercise, Nutrition, Hormones and Bone Tissue
- Calcium Homeostasis
Anatomy & Physiology Module 4
Axial Skeleton and Appendicular Skeleton
- Divisions of the Skeletal System
- The Skull
- The Vertebral Column
- The Thoracic Cage
- Embryonic Development of the Axial Skeleton
- The Pectoral Girdle
- Bones of the Upper Limb
- The Pelvic Girdle and Pelvis
- Bones of the Lower Limb
- Development of the Appendicular Skeleton
Anatomy & Physiology Module 5
Joint and Muscle Tissue
- Classification of Joints
- Fibrous Joints
- Cartilaginous Joints
- Synovial Joints
- Types of Body Movements
- Development of Joints
- Skeletal Muscle
- Muscle Fiber Contraction and Relaxation
- Nervous System Control of Muscle Tension
- Cardiac Muscle Tissue
Anatomy & Physiology Module 6
The Muscular System, Nervous System and Nervous Tissue
- Interactions of the Skeletal Muscles
- Naming Skeletal Muscles
- Axial Muscles of the Head, Neck and Back
- Axial Muscles of the Abdominal Wall and Thorax
- Muscles of the Pectoral Girdle and Upper Limbs
- Structure and Function of the Nervous System
- Function of Nervous Tissue
- Action Potential
- Communication Between Nerves
Anatomy & Physiology Module 7
Anatomy of the Nervous System and Somatic Nervous System
- The Embryologic Perspective
- The Central Nervous System
- Circulation and the Central Nervous System
- The Peripheral Nervous System
- Sensory Processing
- Central Processing
- Motor Responses
Anatomy & Physiology Module 8
Autonomic Nervous System and Neurological Exam
- Divisions of the Autonomic Nervous System
- Autonomic Reflexes and Homeostasis
- Central Control
- Drugs that Affect the Autonomic System
- Overview of the Neurological Exam
- Mental Status Exam
- Cranial Nerve Exam
- Sensory and Motor Exams
- Coordination and Gait Exams
Anatomy & Physiology Module 9
Endocrine and Cardiovascular System: Blood
- Hormones
- Pituitary Gland and Hypothalamus
- Thyroid Gland
- Parathyroid Gland
- Adrenal Gland
- Pineal Gland
- Gonadal and Placental Hormones
- An Overview of Blood
- Production of the Formed Elements
- Erythrocytes, Leukocytes and Platelets
- Hemostasis
Anatomy & Physiology Module 10
Cardiovascular System: The Heart and Blood Vessels and Circulation
- Heart Anatomy
- Cardiac Muscle and Electrical Activity
- Cardiac Cycle
- Cardiac Physiology
- Development of the Heart
- Structure and Function of Blood Vessels
- Blood Flow, Blood Pressure and Resistance
- Capillary Exchange
- Homeostatic Regulation of the Vascular System
- Development of Blood Vessels and Fetal Circulation
Anatomy & Physiology Module 11
Lymphatic, Immune System and Respiratory System
- Barrier Defenses and Innate Immune Response
- Adaptive Immune System: T lymphocytes and Their Functional Types
- Adaptive Immune System: B-lymphocytes and Antibodies
- The Immune Response against Pathogens
- Diseases Associated with Depressed or Overactive Immune Responses
- Transplantation and Cancer Immunology
- Organs and Structures of the Respiratory System
- The Lungs
- The Process of Breathing
- Gas Exchange
Anatomy & Physiology Module 12
The Digestive System and Metabolism and Nutrition
- Digestive System Processes and Regulation
- The Mouth, Pharynx and Esophagus
- The Stomach
- The Small and Large Intestines
- Accessory Organs in Digestion: The Liver, Pancreas and Gallbladder
- Chemical Digestion and Absorption
- Carbohydrate Metabolism
- Lipid and Protein Metabolism
- Metabolic States of the Body
- Energy and Heat Balance
Anatomy & Physiology Module 13
The Urinary System, Fluid, Electrolyte and Acid-Base Balance
- Physical Characteristics of Urine
- Gross Anatomy of Urine Transport and Kidney
- Physiology of Urine Reformation
- Tubular Reabsorption
- Regulation of Renal Blood Flow
- Body Fluids and Fluid Compartments
- Water Balance
- Electrolyte Balance
- Acid-Base Balance
- Disorders of Acid-Base Balance
Anatomy & Physiology Module 14
The Reproductive System, Development and Inheritance
- Anatomy of the Male Reproductive System
- Anatomy of the Female Reproductive System
- Development of the Male and Female Reproductive Systems
- Fertilization
- Embryonic Development
- Fetal Development
- Maternal Changes During Pregnancy, Labor and Birth
- Adjustments of the Infant at Birth and Postnatal Stages
- Lactation
- Patterns of Inheritance
**Outlines are subject to change, as courses and materials are updated.**
Medical Terminology
Medical Terminology Module 1
Basic Word Structure
- Word Analysis
- Combining Forms
- Suffixes & Prefixes
- Pronunciation of Terms
- Exercises & Applications
Medical Terminology Module 2
Organization of the Body
- Body Systems and Cavities
- Divisions of the Back
- Planes of the Body
- Pronunciation of Terms
- Exercises & Applications
Medical Terminology Module 3
Suffixes
- Introduction to Suffixes
- Suffixes and Terminology
- Diagnostic & Procedural Suffixes
- Pronunciation of Terms
- Exercises & Applications
Medical Terminology Module 4
Prefixes
- Combining Forms & Prefixes
- Prefixes and Terminology
- Define Common Prefixes
- Pronunciation of Terms
- Exercises & Applications
Medical Terminology Module 5
Medical Specialists & Case Reports
- Medical Specialists
- Combining Forms & Vocabulary
- Case Reports & Terminology
- Pronunciation of Terms
- Exercises & Applications
Medical Terminology Module 6
Body Systems – Part 1
- Cardiovascular System
- Digestive System
- Endocrine System
- Female Reproductive System
- Lymphatic System
Medical Terminology Module 7
Body Systems – Part 2
- Male Reproductive System
- Musculoskeletal System
- Nervous System
- Respiratory System
- Skin & Sense Organs
- Urinary System
**Outlines are subject to change, as courses and materials are updated.**
Keyboarding Made Easy
Keyboarding Made Easy Module 1
Basic Keyboard Positions
In module one, we will begin with becoming familiar with the keyboard layout. We will explore letters JFKD, the Space Bar, the Enter key, letters HGIE, letters LSA and Semicolon, letters URYT, and letters NVBMC. Also included in module one is proper hand positioning.
- Preparing to Keyboard
- Learning the Keyboard
- Naming Your Fingers
- Home Row
- Position of Hands
Keyboarding Made Easy Module 2
Special Characters and Letter Combinations
Module two looks at corrective and improvement techniques in keyboarding. Also included is using special character keys and keying letter combinations.
- Using the Shift Keys
- Corrective and Improvement Techniques
- Calculating Errors
- Keying Letter Combinations
- AutoBlend Prefixes
Keyboarding Made Easy Module 3
Alignment and Calculations
After looking at aligning text and proper positioning using tabs, module three will take us through different styles of text. Also included in module three is the number row and special characters included on the number keys. Once you are familiar with the keys, we can start working on our words per minute!
- Text Alignment
- Positioning Text Using Tabs
- Using Text Styles
- AutoBlend Suffixes
- Calculating WPM
Keyboarding Made Easy Module 4
Putting the Strokes Together
After becoming familiar with the numeric keypad, module four will discuss how to write and format personal and business letters. Also included in this module is using electronic communication and creating newsletters.
- Using the Numeric Keypad
- Writing and Formatting a Personal Letter
- Writing and Formatting a Business Letter
- Fax Cover Sheets
- Creating a Newsletter
Ed4Career is committed to being both environmentally conscious and making it easier for you to study! We’re making your education mobile! All of our textbooks are now provided as eTextbooks*. You can access them on your laptop, tablet, or mobile device and can study anytime, anywhere.
The move away from physical books to eTextbooks means you get the latest, most up-to-date version available. This also makes your training more accessible, so you can study anywhere you have your phone or tablet. The best part is that all materials are included in your training cost so there are NO extra fees for books!**
*A few courses still have physical materials.
Medical Transcription
Upon successful completion of our Medical Transcription course, students will be prepared for an entry-level position doing medical transcription and will be prepared to sit for the AHDI national certification exam to become a Registered Healthcare Documentation Specialist (RHDS).
** Certification exams are not included in the cost of the course.**
Internet Connection
- Broadband or High-Speed - DSL, Cable, and Wireless Connections
*Dial-Up internet connections will result in a diminished online experience. Classroom pages may load slowly and viewing large audio and video files may not be possible.
Hardware Requirements
- Processor - 2GHz Processor or Higher
- Memory - 1 GB RAM Minimum Recommended
PC Software Requirements
- Operating Systems - Windows 7 or higher
- Microsoft Office 2013 or higher. Also, you could use a general Word Processing application to save and open Microsoft Office formats (.doc, .docx, .xls, .xlsx, .ppt, .pptx)
- Internet Browsers - Google Chrome is highly recommended
- Cookies MUST be enabled
- Pop-ups MUST be allowed (Pop-up Blocker disabled)
- The Kindle Reader App or VitalSource Bookshelf App are needed for many of our courses (No special equipment needed. This can be downloaded for FREE onto your computer.)
- PowerPoint Viewer (if you do not have PowerPoint)
- Adobe PDF Reader
- QuickTime, Windows Media Player &/or Real Player
MAC Software Requirements
- Operating Systems - Mac OS x 10 or higher with Windows
- Mac office programs or a Word Processing application to save and open Microsoft Office formats (.doc, .docx, .xls, .xlsx, .ppt, .pptx)
- Internet Browsers- Google Chrome is highly recommended
- Cookies MUST be enabled
- Pop-ups MUST be allowed (Pop-up Blocker disabled)
- The Kindle Reader App or VitalSource Bookshelf App are needed for many of our courses (No special equipment needed. This can be downloaded for FREE onto your computer.)
- PowerPoint Viewer (if you do not have PowerPoint)
- Adobe PDF Reader
- Apple QuickTime Media Player