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Medical Terminology Courses

Medical terminology courses can help you learn the language of healthcare, including anatomical terms, medical abbreviations, and diagnostic codes. You can build skills in understanding patient records, communicating effectively with healthcare professionals, and interpreting medical literature. Many courses introduce tools like electronic health record systems and coding software, that support applying your knowledge in clinical settings and ensuring accurate documentation and billing.

Popular Medical Terminology Courses and Certifications


  • I

    Imperial College London

    Global Health Innovations

    Skills you'll gain: Innovation, Product Development, Intellectual Property, Design Thinking, Oral Expression, Sales Presentations, New Product Development, Health Systems, Verbal Communication Skills, Presentations, Public Speaking, Stakeholder Analysis, Sales Presentation, Stakeholder Communications, Commercialization, Ideation, Organizational Structure, Persuasive Communication, Entrepreneurship, Public Health

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    299 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

  • U

    University of Colorado Boulder

    Anti-Racism I

    Skills you'll gain: Diversity Awareness, Social Justice, Cultural Responsiveness, Diversity Training, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Intercultural Competence, Cultural Diversity, Social Studies, Cultural Sensitivity, Advocacy, Oral Expression, Discussion Facilitation

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
    ·
    296 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • U

    University of Geneva

    Classical papers in molecular genetics

    Skills you'll gain: Molecular Biology, Molecular, Cellular, and Microbiology, Biochemistry, Biology, Life Sciences, Microbiology, Structural Analysis, Scientific Methods, Experimentation

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
    ·
    247 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • T

    The University of Sydney

    Life, Health and Radiation

    Skills you'll gain: Radiation Protection, Medical Imaging, Radiology, Diagnostic Radiology, Radiography, X-Ray Computed Tomography, Magnetic Resonance Imaging, Patient Communication, Patient Education And Counseling, Radiation Therapy, Safety Standards, Dental Radiography, Diagnostic Medical Sonography, electromagnetics, Physics, Biology, Chemistry

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
    ·
    366 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • C

    Coursera

    Medical Coding for Max Reimbursement

    Skills you'll gain: Medical Billing and Coding, Medical Billing, ICD Coding (ICD-9/ICD-10), Medical Coding, CPT Coding, Revenue Cycle Management, Clinical Documentation, Medical Office Procedures, Health Administration, Medical Terminology

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • C

    Coursera

    Medical Billing: Code and Claim Cleanly

    Skills you'll gain: Medical Billing, Medical Billing and Coding, Claims Processing, Revenue Cycle Management, Medical Office Procedures, Clinical Documentation, Medical Coding, Billing & Invoicing, CPT Coding

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • U

    Universiteit Leiden

    The Cosmopolitan Medieval Arabic World

    Skills you'll gain: World History, Cultural Diversity, Political Sciences, European History, Social Studies, Economic Development, Social Sciences, Economics, Sociology, Liberal Arts, Research, Science and Research

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    440 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • J

    Johns Hopkins University

    The Social and Technical Context of Health Informatics

    Skills you'll gain: Health Informatics, Health Technology, Health Systems, Health Policy, Health Care, Informatics, Healthcare Industry Knowledge, Health Information Management, Information Technology, Health Care Procedure and Regulation, Systems Analysis, Health Insurance Portability And Accountability Act (HIPAA) Compliance, System Requirements, Requirements Analysis, Interoperability, Data Literacy, Data Sharing, Medical Imaging, Emerging Technologies

    4.3
    Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
    ·
    602 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • T

    The University of Sydney

    eHealth: More than just an electronic record

    Skills you'll gain: Health Technology, Health Informatics, Health Systems, Electronic Medical Record System, Electronic Medical Record, Care Coordination, Clinical Informatics, Health Policy, Telehealth, Health Information Management, Patient Education and Support, Clinical Practices, Patient-centered Care, Medical Privacy, Data Management

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
    ·
    336 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • A

    Arizona State University

    Semiconductor Packaging

    Skills you'll gain: Statistical Process Controls, Process Control, Semiconductors, Quality Assurance, Process Validation, Production Process, Verification And Validation, Electronics Engineering, Manufacturing Operations, Manufacturing Processes, Manufacturing and Production, Manufacturing Standards, Electronic Hardware, Electronics, Hardware Design, Process Improvement, Process Analysis, Reliability, Hardware Architecture, Thermal Management

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    249 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

  • J

    Johns Hopkins University

    Understanding Prostate Cancer

    Skills you'll gain: Patient Education and Support, Radiation Therapy, Diagnostic Tests, Oncology, Pain Management, Preventative Care, Patient Evaluation, Endocrinology, Pathology, Urology, Patient Treatment, Treatment Planning, General Medical Tests and Procedures, Biology, Surgery, Anatomy, Risk Analysis, Pharmacotherapy, Medical Imaging

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    758 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • T

    Technical University of Munich (TUM)

    The Basics of Trauma Surgery

    Skills you'll gain: Trauma Care, Orthopedics, Wound Care, Surgical Suturing, Surgery, Neurology, Emergency Medicine, Rehabilitation, Critical Care, Acute Care, Human Musculoskeletal System, Infection Control, Anatomy, Clinical Assessment, Diagnostic Tests

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
    ·
    248 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular medical terminology courses

  • Global Health Innovations: Imperial College London
  • Anti-Racism I: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Classical papers in molecular genetics: University of Geneva
  • Life, Health and Radiation: The University of Sydney
  • Medical Coding for Max Reimbursement: Coursera
  • Medical Billing: Code and Claim Cleanly: Coursera
  • The Cosmopolitan Medieval Arabic World: Universiteit Leiden
  • The Social and Technical Context of Health Informatics: Johns Hopkins University
  • eHealth: More than just an electronic record: The University of Sydney
  • Semiconductor Packaging: Arizona State University

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