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For more complete information please refer to the
MSU-GF 2007-2008 Catalog

Tuition and Fees $5964
Application Fee $30
Lab Fees $90
Books and Supplies $1550
   

MEDICAL TRANSCRIPTION
Associate of Applied Science Degree
Catalog 2007-2008

Advisor:  Deborah Newton

This program is offered completely on-line.

Medical Transcriptionists are part of the healthcare team, working primarily with medical documents and reports. Upon completion of the program, students have the skills and knowledge necessary to perform as entry-level transcriptionists.

Outcomes: Graduates are prepared to:

  • Communicate effectively in both oral and written communication;

  • Use the appropriate software and hardware for applications in the medical office;

  • Manage the information needed for successful operation of the business;

  • Apply interpersonal relations concepts and techniques to personal and professional situations;

  • Understand and apply mathematical concepts and models;

  • Solve business problems by applying business principles, communication standards, and health management skills.

A grade of “C” or above must be achieved on all courses to advance in the program.

Required Skill:   
OO 107 Keyboarding Basics OR Challenge exam
Fall Semester
Course No. Title Credits
AH 185 Basic Medical Terminology 3
CIT 110 Introduction to Computers 3
ENGL 121** Composition I 3
MATH 103** Introduction to Algebra OR  
MATH 104** Business Mathematics 4
    SUBTOTAL 13
Spring Semester
Course No. Title Credits
AH 194 Basic Pharmaceuticals 1
BIO 127 Anatomy & Physiology I for non-clinical majors 4
ENGL 124** Business & Prof Comm 3
HI 156* Legal & Regulatory Aspects of Healthcare 3
PSY 101 General Psychology OR  
SOC 111 Intro to Sociology 3
    SUBTOTAL 14
Fall Semester
Course No. Title Credits
BIO 128* Anatomy & Physiology II for Non-Clinical Majors 4
HI 132* Health Data Content & Structure 3
OO 111* Fund of Health Insurance 4
OO 255* Medical Transcription I 3
OO 266* Microsoft Word 3
SUBTOTAL 17
Spring Semester
Course No. Title Credits
AH 115 Health Care Personnel and Supervision 2
AH 201* Medical Science 3
CIT 120* Internet Essentials 2
OO 220 Preparing Resumes OR
OO 221 Interviewing for Jobs 1
OO 256* Medical Transcription II 3
Elective 5
SUBTOTAL 16

Total Program Credits 60~    Top
Suggested Electives
Course No. Title Credits
AH 125 Fund of Forsenic Science 2
BUS 299 Transcription Internship VAR
HI 237* CPT Coding 3
PHIL 238 Medical Ethics 3

~ 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 schedule.

+ A grade of "C" or above required for graduation
* Indicates prerequisites needed
** Placement in course(s) is determined by admissions assessment

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