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Medical Terminology

Duration
2 Sessions of 5 hours
Cost
$250
Delivery Location
Accredited

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Medical Terminology overview

This course has been tailored for those interested in learning the core skills to work proficiently in a medical reception environment. This medical terminology course is suitable for people with little or no medical training, to develop skills to communicate clearly and effectively using medical terminology. This would be a great asset to your résumé if you are interested in gaining employment in this area or if you are currently employed as a medical receptionist and want to formalise your current skills. This course would also be a good training ground for new employees at a medical supply business or those who want start a business in this area and need to understand medical terminology.

 

What you need to know about this course

  • The course is delivered using a blended learning model which includes classroom sessions or virtual classroom sessions via Zoom and additional flexible directed self study hours.
  • Students will need to allow some additional hours between sessions for directed self study and/or the completion of learning and assessment tasks.
  • The course is delivered by our qualified and industry experienced trainer/assessor.
  • One unit of competency is delivered during this course.

 

Are there Assessments?

  • Competency based assessment of each unit of competency in the course will be conducted through a mix of assessment methods which may include short answer questions, case studies and theory tasks.
  • You will receive clear assessment instructions and an opportunity will be provided for resubmission of assessments if required.

 

Pathway to Further Training

This unit may be included in a range of qualifications from the Community Services or Health Training Packages. If enrolling in one of those qualifications in the future, you will receive credit transfer for the unit completed in this course.

 

Student Support

Please advise our Training Coordinator if you require additional support in your learning.

  • Respond appropriately to instructions which contain medical terminology
  • Carry out routine tasks
  • Use appropriate medical terminology in oral and written communication

This unit is included either as a core or elective unit in the following qualifications offered at Northern Beaches & Mosman College:

  • HLT33115 Certificate III in Health Services Assistance
  • HLT33015 Certificate III in Allied Health Assistance

If you successfully complete this unit and decide to enrol in one of the above qualifications, you will receive credit transfer for the unit.

    As part of this course you will be completing the accredited unit:

    • Interpret and apply medical terminology appropriately (BSBMED301)

    On successful completion of the assessment tasks associated with this unit, a Statement of Attainment will be issued.

     

    Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) – is a means of measuring skills acquired through work or life experiences or through qualifications obtained from formal studies or training. Any student who believes they may be eligible for RPL must apply for this at least two weeks prior to the course commencing. If you apply after the course commences it may not be accepted.

    From 1 January 2015 it is a requirement of the Federal Government that all students undertaking nationally recognised training will need to obtain a Unique Student Identifier (USI). This involves an easy online application. See USI Fact Sheet for information on how to apply for a USI go to the Unique Student Identifier (USI) Website for additional information.

    Please ensure when completing your enrolment information, that the details relating to your name are identical to those on the identification evidence (eg passport or driver’s licence) used when creating your USI, eg no abbreviations or nicknames should be used. Once created, it is important that you keep a record of your USI and access to your accredited training records in a safe place. You will need this information for any future enrolments into accredited training in Australia. Please contact the College on 9970 1000 if you require assistance

    This unit may be included in a range of qualifications from the Community Services or Health Training Packages. If enrolling in one of those qualifications in the future, you will receive credit transfer for the unit completed in this course.

    Enjoy smaller class sizes, a personalised relationship with your trainer, face-to face teaching sessions and qualifications that include real life work experience, when you choose to study at the three-campus Northern Beaches & Mosman College. (NBMC)

    With classes available across the Northern Beaches and Lower North Shore in Narrabeen, Brookvale and Mosman, the College offers increasing numbers of accredited and vocational qualifications. Students include those looking to upskill, to change career direction and school leavers keen to step onto a career pathway. Courses on offer can lead directly to employment and/or go towards future learning opportunities.

    This course is fully funded for many Australian citizens; permanent residents; New Zealand citizens and Humanitarian Visa Holders under the NSW Government’s Adult & Community Education funding. See ACE Community Service Obligation Funding page for details or contact Susan Wilkinson on 9970 1000 or email vet@nbmc.nsw.edu.au to check eligibility or for further information.

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