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Medical Transcription

FREE PDF Certificate | Audio Visual Learning | 10 CPD Points | Tutor Support | 1 Year Access


Janets

Summary

Price
£15 inc VAT
Study method
Online
Duration
2 hours · Self-paced
Access to content
1 year
Qualification
No formal qualification
CPD
10 CPD hours / points
Additional info
  • Exam(s) / assessment(s) is included in price
  • Tutor is available to students

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Overview

The demand for skilled medical transcriptionists in the UK is rising as a result of the country's ageing population and the prevalence of chronic health conditions. People who type documents while listening to medical audio are medical transcriptionists. If you think you have what it takes to work as a medical audio typist, this course is for you.

You will become familiar with the duties and responsibilities of an audio typist for medical transcripts after taking our course. You'll learn the foundational skills necessary to succeed in this industry. Our course has been expertly designed, ensuring that you receive all the information you require in one location. You will receive expert support to aid in your learning, along with lifetime access to the course. Additionally, after successfully completing the course, You get a Free PDF Certificate.

What are you waiting for, then? Enrol today to advance your career in the high-demand medical transcription audio typist sector.

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Each session in this course is thorough and easy-to-understand. The extensive course materials are accessible at any time and from any location, allowing you to study at your own speed in the comfort of your own home. Throughout the course, you will receive tutor support, and our helpful customer service is available around-the-clock to help you with any problems you might face while studying the Medical Transcription.

Learning Outcomes:

  • Learn about medical transcription and the need for it.
  • Get better at interpreting medical reports.
  • Learn medical terminology and industry-related languages thoroughly.
  • Obtain a firm understanding of data security and protection
  • Recognise the fundamentals of data formatting and develop your data protection skills.

What You Get Out Of Studying With Janets

  • Free PDF certificate upon successful completion of the course
  • Full one-year access to course materials
  • Instant assessment results
  • Full tutor support available from Monday to Friday
  • Study the course at your own pace
  • Accessible, informative modules taught by expert instructors
  • Get 24/7 help or advice from our email and live chat teams with the training
  • Study at your own time through your computer, tablet or mobile device
  • Improve your chance of gaining valuable skills by completing the course

✦✦✦ Enrol in the Medical Transcription course to find out more about the topic and get one step closer to reaching your desired success ✦✦✦

CPD

10 CPD hours / points
Accredited by CPD Quality Standards

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Description

The course is delivered through Janets’ online learning platform. This course has no formal teaching deadlines, meaning you are free to complete the course at your own pace.

Medical Transcription Course Curriculum:

Module 01: Introduction to Medical Transcription

  • What Is Medical Transcription?
  • Getting the Skinny on the Medical Transcription Field
  • Where Are the Jobs?
  • How Are They Paid?
  • Looking at What Goes into Good Transcription
  • Anticipating What You'll Transcribe
  • Summary

Module 02: The What, How, Who and Why of Medical Transcription

  • What Medical Transcriptionists Do
  • Officially- It's about Documentation
  • Unofficially- Critical Contributions to Patient Care
  • The Traits You Need
  • Summary

Module 03: Understanding Medical Reports

  • History and Physical Examination
  • Consultation
  • Operative Reports
  • Discharge and Death Summaries
  • Other Common Reports
  • Summary

Module 04: Medical Language Boot Camp

  • Introduction
  • The Anatomy of a Medical Word
  • Commonly Confused Medical Words
  • Drugs and Dosages
  • Summary

Module 05: Formatting: The Basics

  • Why Formatting Matters
  • Report Headings and Subheadings
  • Capitalisation
  • Punctuation
  • Guidelines for Transcribing Numbers
  • Abbreviations and Acronyms
  • Summary

Module 06: Data Protection

  • Personal Data
  • General Data Protection Regulation
  • The Key Principles of Data Protection
  • Supervisory Authority
  • Healthcare Settings and Personal Data
  • Key Articles
  • Summary

Method of Assessment

To successfully complete the course, students will have to take an automated multiple-choice exam. This exam will be online and you will need to score 60% or above to pass the course.

After successfully passing the course exam, you will be able to apply for a certificate as proof of your expertise.

Certification

All students who successfully complete the course can instantly download their free e-certificate. You can also purchase a hard copy of the certificate, which will be delivered by post for £9.99.

Who is this course for?

Anyone looking to advance their career and learn more about this subject is encouraged to take this Medical Transcription course. By enrolling in this Medical Transcription course, you'll learn the fundamental concepts and develop a thorough understanding of the subject. The course is ideal for:

  • Typists
  • Audio Typists
  • Data Entry Clerks
  • Students
  • Aspiring Professionals

Requirements

No prior qualifications are needed for Learners to enrol on this course.

Career path

Your dream career is what this specialised Medical Transcription course aims to assist you with. Therefore, finish this course and develop your abilities to explore opportunities in relevant fields. Such as-

  • Audio Typist/Secretary (£17,000 to £28,000)
  • Medical Audio Typist (£19,500 to £28,000)
  • Medical Secretary (£20,000 to £30,000)
  • Data Entry Operator (Salary: £18,000 to £30,000)

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