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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


  • U

    University of Colorado System

    Medical Emergencies: CPR, Toxicology, and Wilderness

    Skills you'll gain: Medical Emergency, Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR), Automated External Defibrillator, Patient Advocacy, Patient Evaluation, Clinical Assessment, Substance Abuse

    4.8 stars, 551 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.8 (551) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • J

    Johns Hopkins University

    Revenue Cycle, Billing, and Coding

    Skills you'll gain: Medical Billing and Coding, Denial Management, Patient Registration, Revenue Cycle Management, ICD Coding (ICD-9/ICD-10), Payment Processing and Collection, Registration, CPT Coding, Medical Billing, Medical Coding, Billing, Insurance, Revenue Management

    4.8 stars, 107 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.8 (107) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • U

    University of Minnesota

    Healthcare Marketplace

    Skills you'll gain: Competitive Analysis, Medical Devices, Payment Systems, Intellectual Property, Health Systems, Healthcare Industry Knowledge, Commercialization, Leadership Development, Product Management, Go To Market Strategy, New Product Development, Medical Equipment and Technology, Pharmaceuticals, Organizational Structure, Health Care Procedure and Regulation, Health Care, Market Analysis, Cost Benefit Analysis, Health Technology, Innovation

    4.5 stars, 1.5K reviews, Beginner, Specialization, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.5 (1.5K) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

  • U

    University of Pittsburgh

    Introduction to Dental Terminology

    Skills you'll gain: Dental Radiography, Dental Procedures, Dentistry, Periodontology, Dental Experience, Dental Care, Oral Health, Dental Instruments, Medical Terminology, Medical Office Procedures, Surgery

    4.9 stars, 19 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.9 (19) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • U

    University of California, Santa Cruz

    The History of Medicine: Philosophy, Science, and Psychology

    Skills you'll gain: Healthcare Ethics, Pharmacology, General Medicine, Medical Science and Research, Pharmaceuticals, Culture, Ancient History, Medical Practices and Procedures

    4.7 stars, 88 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.7 (88) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • D

    Duke University

    Introductory Human Physiology

    Skills you'll gain: Physiology, Respiration, Anatomy, Biology, Blood Pressure

    4.8 stars, 5.4K reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.8 (5.4K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • U

    University of Cape Town

    Understanding Clinical Research: Behind the Statistics

    Skills you'll gain: Biostatistics, Statistical Methods, Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Probability & Statistics, Diagnostic Tests, Clinical Research, Statistical Analysis, Statistics, Descriptive Statistics, Statistical Inference, Probability

    4.8 stars, 3.7K reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.8 (3.7K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • U

    University of Michigan

    Data Augmented Technology Assisted Medical Decision Making

    Skills you'll gain: Healthcare Ethics, Statistical Methods, Patient Communication, Health Care Procedure and Regulation, Clinical Research, Model Evaluation, Probability & Statistics, Health Technology, Machine Learning, Artificial Intelligence, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), AI Integrations

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • S

    Shanghai Jiao Tong University

    中医汉语

    Skills you'll gain: Medical Terminology, Preventative Care, Language Learning, Language Interpretation, Translation, and Studies, Nutrition and Diet, Literacy, Language Competency, Vocabulary, Writing

    Beginner · Course · 3 - 6 Months

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  • M

    MedCerts

    Phlebotomy Fundamentals

    Skills you'll gain: Phlebotomy, Medical Terminology, Professionalism, Patient-centered Care, Anatomy, Pathology, Professional Development, Relationship Building, Strong Work Ethic, Patient Education And Counseling, Emotional Intelligence, Healthcare Industry Knowledge, Teamwork, Physiology, Trustworthiness, Vital Signs, Communication, Conflict Management, Conscientiousness, Biology

    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: New
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  • N

    Novartis

    Clinical Trials: Good Clinical Practice

    Skills you'll gain: Good Clinical Practices (GCP), Informed Consent, Institutional Review Board (IRB), Clinical Research Ethics, Clinical Research, Clinical Trials, Clinical Data Management, Drug Development, Record Keeping, Clinical Documentation, Regulatory Compliance, Document Management

    4.7 stars, 801 reviews, Beginner, Specialization, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.7 (801) · Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Trending right now
    Trending right now
  • R

    Rice University

    Understanding Cancer: Biology, Risk Factors and Survivorship

    Skills you'll gain: Oncology, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Preventative Care, Radiation Therapy, Health Care, Public Health, Health Education, Health Disparities, Epidemiology, Cell Biology, Medical Terminology, Health And Wellness Coaching, Patient Treatment, Treatment Planning, Pathology, Biology, Health Informatics

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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