Medical Transcription ITC

Medical Transcriptionists with positive and caring personalities are important to a medical office.

The Medical Transcription Intermediate Technical Certificate prepares students for entry-level positions in medical-related fields. Students will become proficient in outpatient and hospital transcription. Students will need strong English, grammar, punctuation, spelling skills, and accurate word processing abilities. 

The courses cover:

  • Medical terminology
  • Medical office records and organization
  • Physician chart note transcription
  • Medical office personnel responsibilities
  • Human relations communication

Upon completion of this certificate, students will:

  • Demonstrate employability skills and habits
  • Select and complete medical documents, including office correspondence and chart transcription, using appropriate format
  • Demonstrate competency in word processing
  • Apply knowledge of medical terms used in medically related careers
  • Demonstrate advanced medical transcription skills using correct grammar, mechanics, and proofreading skills
  • Understand HIPAA regulations and the importance of medical ethics and medical record responsibilities

General Education Core

COMM-101FUNDAMENTALS OF ORAL COMMUNICATION3.00
HRPT-185HUMAN RELATIONS IN ORGANIZATIONS3.00
or PSYC-101 INTRODUCTION TO GENERAL PSYCHOLOGY
Total Credits6.00

Program Requirements

GNBPT-185BUSINESS COMMUNICATION3.00
GNBPT-202FINANCIAL BUSINESS APPLICATIONS3.00
GNBPT-222BUSINESS EDITING3.00
MEDPT-173MEDICAL TERMINOLOGY3.00
MEDPT-175ADMINISTRATIVE MEDICAL ASSISTING I3.00
MEDPT-251MEDICAL TRANSCRIPTION I3.00
MEDPT-252CLINICAL EXPERIENCE3.00
MEDPT-261MEDICAL TRANSCRIPTION II3.00
Completion of a Technical Skills Assessment is required
Total Credits24.00