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Medical Terminology Courses for Beginners

Beginner medical terminology courses can help you learn essential terms related to anatomy, physiology, and medical procedures, as well as common abbreviations and symbols used in healthcare settings. You can build skills in accurately interpreting medical documents, communicating with healthcare professionals, and understanding patient records.

Popular Beginner Medical Terminology Courses and Certifications


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    Rice University

    Medical Terminology

    Skills you'll gain: Medical Terminology, Medical History Documentation, Pulmonology, Cardiology, Electronic Medical Record System, Medical Records, Endocrinology, Human Musculoskeletal System, Respiratory Care, Orthopedics, Obstetrics And Gynecology, Respiration, Neurology, Gynecology, Urology, Hematology, Health Information Management and Medical Records, Anatomy, Immunology, Communication

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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    MedCerts

    Medical Terminology and the Human Body Fundamentals

    Skills you'll gain: Medical Terminology, Anatomy, Pathology, Medical Records, Physiology, Cell Biology, Health Information Management and Medical Records, Diagnostic Tests, Nutrition and Diet

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Rice University

    Medical Terminology I

    Skills you'll gain: Medical Terminology, Human Musculoskeletal System, Orthopedics, Medical History Documentation, Medical Records, Electronic Medical Record System, Urology, Health Information Management and Medical Records, Anatomy, Nephrology, Diagnostic Tests

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    MedCerts

    Medical Terminology, Anatomy, and Physiology Fundamentals

    Skills you'll gain: Medical Terminology, Pathology, Medical Records, Anatomy, Cell Biology, Physiology, Diagnostic Tests, Nutrition and Diet

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    MedCerts

    Human Anatomy and Medical Terminology Fundamentals

    Skills you'll gain: Medical Terminology, Pulmonology, Pathology, Endocrinology, Cardiology, Medical Records, Neurology, Respiratory Care, Obstetrics And Gynecology, General Medical Tests and Procedures, Urology, Human Musculoskeletal System, Gynecology, Anatomy, Respiration, Medical Practices and Procedures, Urinalysis, Health Information Management and Medical Records, Sensory Systems Analysis, Hemodynamics

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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    University of Pittsburgh

    Clinical Terminology for International and U.S. Students

    Skills you'll gain: Laboratory Testing, Diagnostic Tests, Medical Terminology, General Medical Tests and Procedures, Pharmaceutical Terminology, Vital Signs, Clinical Experience, Patient Communication, Patient Safety, Emergency and Intensive Care, Medication Administration, Intravenous Therapy, English Language

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Rice University

    Medical Terminology II

    Skills you'll gain: Medical History Documentation, Medical Terminology, Pulmonology, Cardiology, Electronic Medical Record System, Medical Records, Endocrinology, Respiratory Care, Respiration, Hematology, Anatomy, Immunology, Diagnostic Tests

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Rice University

    Medical Terminology III

    Skills you'll gain: Medical History Documentation, Medical Terminology, Electronic Medical Record System, Medical Records, Obstetrics And Gynecology, Neurology, Gynecology, Diagnostic Tests, Sensory Systems Analysis, Anatomy, Psychiatry

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    MedCerts

    Medical Billing and Coding Fundamentals

    Skills you'll gain: Medical Terminology, Revenue Cycle Management, Healthcare Ethics, Medical Billing, Medical Billing and Coding, Conflict Management, Electronic Medical Record System, Patient Communication, Anatomy, Pathology, Medical Coding, Cultural Responsiveness, Intercultural Competence, Medical History Documentation, ICD Coding (ICD-9/ICD-10), Patient-centered Care, Electronic Medical Record, Medical Records, Physiology, Payment Processing

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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    University of Michigan

    Anatomy

    Skills you'll gain: Sensory Systems Analysis, Human Musculoskeletal System, Anatomy, Endocrinology, Pulmonology, Cardiology, Respiration, Hematology, Obstetrics And Gynecology, Orthopedics, Neurology, Hemodynamics, Nephrology, Kinesiology, Physiology, Urology, Pathology, Immunology, Cell Biology, Biology

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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    AAPC

    AAPC Medical Biller

    Skills you'll gain: Medical Billing, Denial Management, Medical Billing and Coding, Medical Coding, ICD Coding (ICD-9/ICD-10), Billing, Patient Registration, CPT Coding, Accounts Receivable, Payment Processing and Collection, Billing & Invoicing, Health Information Management, Medical Records, Utilization Management, Clinical Documentation, Health Systems, Insurance, Medicare, Healthcare Industry Knowledge, Regulatory Compliance

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    226 reviews

    Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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    MedCerts

    Medical Office Procedures and Administration Fundamentals

    Skills you'll gain: Medical Privacy, Medical Records, Healthcare Ethics, Medical Office Procedures, Electronic Medical Record System, Health Information Management and Medical Records, Conflict Management, Health Information Management, Patient Communication, Health Insurance Portability And Accountability Act (HIPAA) Compliance, Electronic Medical Record, Patient Coordination, Cultural Responsiveness, Intercultural Competence, Patient Registration, Medical History Documentation, Care Coordination, Patient-centered Care, Cultural Diversity, Professionalism

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    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • Medical Terminology: Rice University
  • Medical Terminology and the Human Body Fundamentals: MedCerts
  • Medical Terminology I: Rice University
  • Medical Terminology, Anatomy, and Physiology Fundamentals: MedCerts
  • Human Anatomy and Medical Terminology Fundamentals: MedCerts
  • Clinical Terminology for International and U.S. Students: University of Pittsburgh
  • Medical Terminology II: Rice University
  • Medical Terminology III: Rice University
  • Medical Billing and Coding Fundamentals: MedCerts
  • Anatomy: University of Michigan

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