Advanced Medical Terms
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 Course Description Medical terminology is the specific language used by professionals in the medical industry and for success in this field, understanding and communicating in the language is critical. Medical Terminology 201 is an advanced course for those with some experience or training (Medical Terminology 101 is not required but recommended). The course will focus on the medical terms and concepts used to understand anatomy. Lessons are organized by body system. Each lesson begins with structures and functions of a system followed by pathology, diagnostic, and procedural terminology. This easy-to-read, compact format of our online classroom makes for quick learning. Understanding medical terminology is vital for entry in a wide range of medical professions including those entering the medical coding or medical billing fields, those looking to improve or expand job opportunities in any health-care related career, those who are seeking careers in the hospital, insurance companies or government agencies, or those in the legal profession needing to understand medical information for exchange and interpretation. If you are interested in pursing a health and science career requiring the ability to communicate with physicians, dentists, or other medical professionals, this class will provide the necessary skills.
Course Lessons |  | Lesson 1- Integumentary SystemLesson material will achieve these objectives:
Identify organs and structures of the integumentary system.
Identify and define associated word parts.
Build and analyze medical terms with word parts from Quick Medical Terminology 1.
| Lesson 2- Respiratory SystemLesson material will achieve these objectives:
Identify the organs and other structures of the respiratory system.
Build and analyze medical terms with word parts.
Define and spell the disease and disorder, diagnostic, surgical, and complemen | Lesson 3- Digestive SystemLesson material will achieve these objectives:
Identify and describe the major organs and structures of the digestive tract.
Define digestive related word parts.
Build and analyze medical terms with word parts presented. | Lesson 4- Cardiovascular SystemLesson material will achieve these objectives:
Describe the heart in terms of chambers, valves, heartbeat, and blood supply.
Identify and describe the three different types of blood vessels.
Identify the major components of the blood.
| Lesson 5- Musculoskeletal SystemLesson material will achieve these objectives:
Identify and describe the major structures and functions of the muscular and skeletal systems.
Describe the different joint types.
Recognize and define terms related to muscle movements and ident | Lesson 6- The Nervous SystemLesson material will achieve these objectives:
Describe the major structure and functions of the nervous system.
Identify the major divisions of the nervous system.
Recognize and define common pathologies and diagnostic and treatment procedure | Lesson 7- Genitourinary SystemsLesson material will achieve these objectives:
Describe the major functions of the urinary and reproductive systems.
Name and describe the structures of the urinary and reproductive systems.
Recognize and define terms related to the pathology, |
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- Certificate of Academic Excellence
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| | Additional Information | Course Title | : | Medical Terminology 201 | | CEU Value | : | | | Course Number | : | 31935 | | Course Type | : | Professional Development | | Course URL | : | | | Course Rating | : |  | | Instructor | : | | | Syllabus | : | | | Grading Policy | : | Earn a final grade of 70% or higher to successfully complete this course | | Assessment Method | : | Lesson assignments and review exams | | Course Review | : | | | Duration | : | Continuous: Enroll anytime! | | Requirements | : | View Technical Requirements | | Course Fee | : | Basic Course: $50 | | | | |
NOT FOR COLLEGE CREDIT This is a non-credit course, and is provided for your personal enrichment.
This course is not intended to be a substitute for any state, government, licensing, or educational requirements.
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Understanding medical terminology is vital for entry in a wide range of medical professions including those entering the medical coding or medical billing fields, those looking to improve or expand job opportunities in any health-care related career, those who are seeking careers in the hospital, insurance companies or government agencies, or those in the legal profession needing to understand medical information for exchange and interpretation.
The course will focus on the medical terms and concepts used to understand anatomy. Lessons are organized by body system. Each lesson begins with structures and functions of a system followed by pathology, diagnostic, and procedural terminology. The easy-to-read, compact format of our online classroom makes for quick learning. Student Testimonials - "I enjoyed all parts." -- Carolyn A.
- "This class explained more than 101, I now understand how helpful the basic terms are. Take Medical Terminology 101 and you will enjoy this class much more....Thank you again!!!! I always wanted to be a nurse and work in an ER.... I just never thought I was smart enough, but I can do it!!!! Thank you so much!" -- Karen S.
- "The instructor was there when you needed to e-mail her, she would alwasy get back in touch in a timely manner....I thoroughly enjoyed this class." -- Donna J.
- "It was a pleasure taking this class." -- Raymond M.
- "The lessons were definitely the most helpful portion of the course." -- Haley R.
- "It was what I needed at this time....I enjoyed doing this class at my own pace and having access to the dictionaries to help me with my understanding." -- Patricia H.
- "...All I can say is its a great course...thanks for sharing ideas and learnings." -- Loraine S.
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