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Medical Transcription

This program has been discontinued. Please contact advising if you have any questions.

Certificate of Proficiency in Medical Transcription is a 42-credit-hour program that prepares students for entry-level positions as medical transcriptionists. Graduates also are considered for positions as medical records clerks, receptionists and hospital unit secretaries in a variety of health care settings. The primary job function of medical transcriptionists is to transcribe dictated medical reports (patient histories, physical examinations, consultation reports, operation reports, discharge summaries) and other clinical diagnostic information.

Students acquire a basic knowledge of medical terminology and human anatomy. Skills in machine transcription, word processing and communications are emphasized. Complies with American Association of Medical Transcriptionists standards.