Introductory Edition
FREEOnline Medical Terminology Course from the Virtual Learning Center lets you sample the language of medicine to see if it suits your taste. You can see how you do in the skills department, test your command of the English language, try the vocabulary to see if its to your liking, practice some pronunciation, do some exercises, and take some tests so you can be confident about registering for the full course.
It will introduce you to Word Building, our exclusive method of teaching vocabulary. Word Building makes terms make sense so you can understand and remember them, not just memorize them. No long Latin terms involved. You aren't likely to meet up with them in your work, so your time is better spent with terms you'll see every day. In just two to four hours, you should get to know Word Building well, and we're sure you will be impressed with how easy it is to learn with this method.
You will also be introduced to MIME (Modular Interactive Mentoring Education). This is an exclusive teaching method especially designed to make long distance learning easier. Outstanding features include modular presentation of information, an instructor available every business day during regular EST hours, and message boards so students can connect with each other.
The Introductory Medical Terminology Course will give you a sample of the language you need to know to work in the healthcare industry. If it's music to your ears, then you'll know you are ready to sit down to the complete course. The complete course is designed to provide a sound background in terms directly related to the field, and can usually be completed in approximately 50-100 hours of study. It provides excellent preparation for such jobs as a healthcare insurance adjuster, and good groundwork for courses in Transcription, Billing, and Coding. These courses also come with introductory editions.
Remember, the Medical Terminology Introductory course is delivered completely online so that you don't waste any time waiting for materials, and you find out fast if this field is right for you.
