42 0063 - Advanced Medical Transcription

Institution:

Southwest Tennessee Community College

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Description:

This is the last course in Southwest s Medical Transcription Program. It covers hospital dictation such as operative reports, diagnostic procedures,discharge summaries, radiology, and pathology dictation. Students work independently at home and during assisted labs. It takes approximately 400 hours to complete the transcription and all the recommended course work. Students who complete the required coursework and should be prepared to begin their career as a Medical Transcriptionist in a variety of settings (medical clinics, doctor s offices, hospitals, private transcription businesses and home offices). Students will need to have access to a computer and will need to purchase any required materials and software. Prerequisites: Successful completion of 42 0062 Intermediate Surgery Transcription 40.000 Continuing Education Units 400.000 Lecture hours Levels: Continuing Education Schedule Types: Lecture Continuing Education College Continuing Education Department Course Attributes: CEU Career Development, Supplemental Course

Credits:

3.00

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Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.southwest.tn.edu

Phone Number:

(901) 333-5000

Regional Accreditation:

Southern Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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