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Medical Law, Medical Secretary & Medical Terminology - QLS Endorsed
Thames College

20 Courses Bundle | Three Free QLS Endorsed Certificates + 20 Free CPD Accredited PDF Certificates | Updated 2026

Summary

Price
£200 inc VAT
Or £66.67/mo. for 3 months...
Study method
Online
Duration
25 hours · Self-paced
Access to content
1 year
Qualification
No formal qualification
CPD
170 CPD hours / points
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Achievement
Endorsed by The Quality Licence Scheme
Certificates
  • CPD PDF Certificate - Free
  • QLS Endorsed Certificate - Free
  • CPD Hardcopy Certificate - £15.99
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Overview

Healthcare settings are complex environments that rely not only on doctors and nurses but also on professionals who understand medical terminology, legal requirements, and administrative procedures.

This Medical Law, Medical Secretary & Medical Terminology – QLS Endorsed course is designed to equip learners with the foundational knowledge necessary to support medical teams and maintain efficient clinical operations. With a growing demand for trained support staff in GP surgeries, hospitals, private clinics, and insurance companies, the course combines three in-demand areas into one comprehensive learning experience.

Firstly, the medical law component gives learners a solid grasp of legal obligations and healthcare rights in the UK. It addresses key legislation such as the Mental Health Act, the Abortion Act, and recent changes like coronavirus laws. Understanding the legal framework is essential for anyone handling sensitive health information or supporting decision-making in care settings.

The second part of the course focuses on the role of the medical secretary. This segment prepares learners to manage patient records, schedule appointments, handle correspondence, and use health IT systems. Accuracy, professionalism, and confidentiality are key traits of a successful medical secretary, and this course ensures learners develop those attributes while learning how to work effectively within medical teams.

The third section covers medical terminology. It teaches learners the language of healthcare — from body systems and laboratory tests to abbreviations and jargon. This knowledge is important for reading patient notes, communicating with clinical staff, and inputting data correctly. With medical terminology evolving constantly, it’s essential for anyone in a supporting role to remain confident and up to date.

This course is suitable whether you're starting a new career in healthcare administration, aiming to work in legal compliance within the NHS, or adding to your skills in a related role. It supports learners in gaining sector-specific knowledge to improve job prospects and prepare for real-life workplace responsibilities.

Learning Outcomes

  • Explain key UK legislation related to healthcare rights, access, treatment, and mental health
  • Manage schedules, maintain records, and support daily operations in a medical setting
  • Identify and apply key confidentiality and data protection standards in healthcare
  • Use and interpret medical terminology relevant to body systems and lab tests
  • Recognise common medical abbreviations and acronyms used in clinical documents
  • Handle correspondence, stock control, and filing systems in a healthcare office
  • Understand ethical considerations and legal boundaries in healthcare communication

Please Note: Thames College is a One Education approved resale partner for Quality Licence Scheme Endorsed courses.

Achievement

Certificates

CPD

170 CPD hours / points
Accredited by CPD Quality Standards

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Description

You'll receive three free certificates after finishing the course, which you may display to potential employers and add to your resume. These credentials indicate your dedication to continuing your professional development and staying current in your sector. The programme also offers five free courses on personal development. Moreover, Free certificates are also included as part of the course.

Don't let this fantastic chance to better your education and advance your career pass you by. Become prosperous by enrolling in our Medical Law, Medical Secretary & Medical Terminology 3 QLS bundle course right away!

The 3 QLS-endorsed courses are:

  • Course 01: Medical Law
  • Course 02: Medical Secretary
  • Course 03: Medical Terminology

Additional CPD Courses:

  • Course 04: Medical Receptionist
  • Course 05: Medical & Clinical Administration Diploma
  • Course 06: Medical Jargon for Healthcare Assistant
  • Course 07: Consent Training in Healthcare Course
  • Course 08: Nurse Prescribing Diploma
  • Course 09: Paediatric First Aid Training
  • Course 10: Phlebotomy & Blood Collection Procedure
  • Course 11: Essentials of European Medical Device Regulations
  • Course 12: Control and Administration of Medicines Online Training Course
  • Course 13: Clinical Training for Nurses and Carers - Catheterisation
  • Course 14: Career Development Plan Fundamentals
  • Course 15: Professional CV Writing
  • Course 16: Personal and Networking Skills
  • Course 17: Boost Your Confidence and Self-Esteem
  • Course 18: Personal Productivity Course
  • Course 19: Creating a Professional LinkedIn profile
  • Course 20: Resume Writing & Job Search With LinkedIn and Interview Tips

Course Curriculum:

Course 01: Medical Law

  • Module 01- An Introduction to Medical Law
  • Module 02- Legislation on Access to Health, Medical Report, Treatment
  • Module 03- Legislation on Adult Support
  • Module 04- Legislation on Public Health and Health Service (Part 1)
  • Module 05- Legislation on Public Health and Health Service (Part 2)
  • Module 06- Legislation on Public Health and Health Service (Part 3)
  • Module 07- Legislation on Public Health and Health Service (Part 4)
  • Module 08- Legislation on Coronavirus
  • Module 09- Legislation on Mental Health (Part 1)
  • Module 10- Legislation on Mental Health (Part 2)
  • Module 11- Legislation on Abortion
  • Module 12- Other Legislation (Part 1)
  • Module 13- Other Legislation (Part 2)

Course 02: Medical Secretary

  • Module 01: Introduction to Medical Secretary
  • Module 2: Organise Schedules
  • Module 3: Maintaining Medical Records
  • Module 4: Effective Filing Systems in Medical Offices
  • Module 5: Confidentiality in a Medical Environment
  • Module 6: Controlling Stocks and Supplies
  • Module 7: Medical Jargon and Terminology
  • Module 8: Maintaining Workplace Safety
  • Module 9: Information Technology in Health Care
  • Module 10: Legal aspects and Ethics

Course 03: Medical Terminology

  • Module 1 : Human Body Vocabulary with Pictures
  • Module 2 : Equipment, Instruments and Lab Tests
  • Module 3 : Acronyms and Abbreviation
  • Module 4 : Digestive System
  • Module 5 : Cardiovascular System
  • Module 6 : Blood and Immunity System
  • Module 7 : Respiratory System
  • Module 8 : Musculoskeletal System
  • Module 9 : Central Nervous System

Who is this course for?

  • Individuals seeking a job as a medical secretary, administrator, or clinic support officer
  • Those wanting to work in healthcare legal compliance or hospital records departments
  • Career changers aiming to enter the health and social care sector with administrative skills
  • Existing staff in private clinics, GPs, or health organisations looking to improve accuracy and communication
  • Jobseekers interested in entry-level NHS or private health roles that require medical vocabulary knowledge

Career path

  • Medical Secretary – £20,000 to £28,000 per year
  • Health Records Clerk – £19,000 to £25,000 per year
  • Medical Administrator – £22,000 to £30,000 per year
  • Legal Assistant (Healthcare Sector) – £24,000 to £32,000 per year
  • GP Receptionist – £19,000 to £26,000 per year
  • Clinical Coder – £25,000 to £35,000 per year

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Study method describes the format in which the course will be delivered. At Reed Courses, courses are delivered in a number of ways, including online courses, where the course content can be accessed online remotely, and classroom courses, where courses are delivered in person at a classroom venue.

CPD stands for Continuing Professional Development. If you work in certain professions or for certain companies, your employer may require you to complete a number of CPD hours or points, per year. You can find a range of CPD courses on Reed Courses, many of which can be completed online.

A regulated qualification is delivered by a learning institution which is regulated by a government body. In England, the government body which regulates courses is Ofqual. Ofqual regulated qualifications sit on the Regulated Qualifications Framework (RQF), which can help students understand how different qualifications in different fields compare to each other. The framework also helps students to understand what qualifications they need to progress towards a higher learning goal, such as a university degree or equivalent higher education award.

An endorsed course is a skills based course which has been checked over and approved by an independent awarding body. Endorsed courses are not regulated so do not result in a qualification - however, the student can usually purchase a certificate showing the awarding body's logo if they wish. Certain awarding bodies - such as Quality Licence Scheme and TQUK - have developed endorsement schemes as a way to help students select the best skills based courses for them.
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