MEDICAL TRANSCRIPTION

If you are interested in a career as a medical transcriptionist, this certificate program provides the theoretical knowledge and practical skills to work as a medical transcriber in hospitals, medical clinics, private practice specialties, and community health agencies. Students study medical terminology, practise transcribing complex medical reports, and learn medical office procedures.

To qualify for this certificate, you must complete the program within four years.

Graduates can seek employment in various hospital departments including health records, diagnostic imaging, and pathology, in physicians' offices, as well as online transcription companies.

Program Requirements: Students are advised to have experience with word processing software. A student should be able to key at 30-40 wpm.

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