This course is designed to give direction to the beginning allied health student who has very little experience in scientific or medical subjects. The content includes study of medical terms using a programmed learning, word-building system approach as well as the study of allied health professions, medical abbreviations and symbols, review of basic grammar as it relates to medical terminology, and introduction to basic body structures. Emphasis is placed on assessing individual and group needs and providing private consultation as well as group instruction to meet those needs.
Prerequisites
None
Student Learning Outcomes
- Apply the use of medical terms in an appropriate manner.
- Identify structures of body systems.
- Apply knowledge of medical terminology to life situations.