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Course Descriptions

Introduction to Medical Terminology

This course covers medical terminology, symbols and abbreviations, and the application of this new language in the field of health care. It provides a basic overview of terminology for those pursuing the CHAA.

The Introduction to Medical Terminology course is mapped to the following course objectives:

  • Explain the importance of medical terminology when documenting and communicating patient information
  • Build medical terminology related to body structures, functions and disorders
  • Describe the organization and structure of the human body
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