The Basic Medical Transcription program offers students the fundamentals of Medical
Transcription. The training will provide students with a working knowledge of
medical terminology and procedures. Challenging medical documents from a variety
of specialties will be introduced in the medical transcription courses.
Proficient keyboarding and computer skills are necessary for successful completion
of this program. Course work in entry-level keyboarding is available through
the college for students to meet this requirement.
Graduates of the Basic Medical Transcription Certificate will be eligible with
two years of work experience to take the transcription certification examination
administered by the American Association for Medical Transcription (AAMT). Since
this exam is not entry-level, AAMT requires that students have two years of
work experience before taking the certification exam.
Upon successful completion of this program, a student will have the skills
necessary to seek full-time or part-time employment. There are positions available
in acute care settings, physician offices, hospitals, clinics, and home offices.
All credits earned in this career program may apply toward a two-year Associate
of Applied Science degree in Office Technologies - Medical Office Systems.
This is a career program and is designed to enable students to seek employment
at the program’s completion. Students planning to transfer to a four-year
college or university should check with their advisor or the Student Success
Center as soon as possible.
Successful completion of this program qualifies a student to apply for a Certificate
in Office Technologies – Basic Medical Transcription.
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