Medical Transcription
Certificate of Applied Science Degree
Advisor: Deborah Newton
This program is offered completely on-line.
Medical Transcriptionists are part of a health care team, working primarily with medical documents and reports. The College currently offers a Certificate of Applied Science program and an AAS degree. Both programs provide students with skills and knowledge necessary to perform as entry-level transcriptionists.
Outcomes - Graduates are prepared to:
- Use medical language appropriately and understand anatomy, physiology, pharmacology, pathophysiology, laboratory tests, and diagnostics tests;
- Spell, proofread, and use correct grammar, punctuation, and syntax in medical reports;
- Understand HIPPA and follow guidelines to protect patient confidentiality and patient records;
- Transcribe, format, and edit the most common medical reports: progress notes, history and physical reports, consultations, discharge summaries, and operative reports; and
- Use medical references appropriately and efficiently.
Estimated Resident Program Cost:
| Tuition and Fees | $2999 |
| Application Fee | $30 |
| Books/Supplies | $1200 |
| TOTAL: | $4229 |
A grade of “C-” or above must be achieved in all courses to advance and graduate from the program.
Fall Semester 1
| Course | No. | Title | Credits |
| AH | 185 | Basic Medical Terminology | 3+ |
| BIO | 127 | Anatomy and Physiology I for non-clinical majors | 4+ |
| CIT | 110 | Introduction to Computers | 3+ |
| MATH | 103** | Introduction to Algebra OR | |
| MATH | 104** | Business Mathematics | 4+ |
| OO | 107 | Keyboarding Basics | 3+ |
SUBTOTAL |
17 |
Spring Semester 1
| Course | No. | Title | Credits |
| AH | 201* | Medical Science | 3+ |
| ENGL | 121** | English Composition | 3+ |
| HI | 156* | Legal & Regulatory Aspects of Healthcare | 3+ |
| OO | 255* | Med Transcription I | 3+ |
| OO | 266* | Microsoft Word | 3+ |
| PSY | 101 | General Psychology OR | |
| SOC | 111 | Intro to Sociology | 3+ |
SUBTOTAL |
18 |
Summer Semester
| Course | No. | Title | Credits |
| OO | 256* | Med Transcription II | 3 |
SUBTOTAL |
3 |
Suggested Electives
| Course | No. | Title | Credits |
| BUS | 299 | Transcription Internship | VAR |
| HI | 132* | Health Data Content and Structure | 3 |
| OO | 265* | WordPerfect | 3 |
| PHIL | 238 | Medical Ethics | 3 |
Transition to the Associate of Applied Science (AAS) Degree:
The Medical Transcription Certificate program is designed to train entry-level Medical Transcriptionists. The curriculum can be completed online so that students across the state can take advantage of this opportunity. However, the Medical Transcription profession is complex, and students should recognize the need for continuing education, even as they begin their careers. The Associate of Applied Science degree in Medical Transcription provides that opportunity.
All courses from the certificate program transfer into the AAS program. Students who continue into the AAS degree program in Medical Transcription must take an additional semester of Anatomy and Physiology to increase their understanding of human body structures and functions. In addition, students in the AAS program have the opportunity to increase computer skills, understand the entire medical record, and expand English skills - all essential to their continued success as Medical Transcriptionists. Students should discuss their long-term goals with the Program Director to determine the best course of study. The AAS degree can also be completed online.
Total Program Credits: 38~
~ Many students need preliminary math and English courses before enrolling in the program requirements. These courses may increase the total number of program credits. Students should review their math and English placement before planning out their full program schedules.
+ A grade of "C-" or above required for graduation
* Indicates prerequisites needed
** Placement in course(s) is determined by placement assessment
