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Medical Terminology Online Course II

Rice University
Houston , United States
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Tuition Fee
USD 49
Start Date
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Medium of studying
Fully Online
Duration
3 weeks
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Health Education
Area of study
Health
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Fully Online
Course Language
English
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Program Overview

Online Medical Terminology Course II

Course Description

The Online Medical Terminology Course II is a continuation of the Medical Terminology specialization, building upon the foundation laid in the first course. This course delves deeper into the world of medical language, focusing on four important body systems: endocrine, cardiovascular, blood and lymphatic, and respiratory.


Course Details

  • Format: 100% Online, Self-Paced
  • Course Duration: Approximately 3 weeks
  • Time Commitment: Approximately 5 hours/week
  • Credentials Offered: Non-Credit Course Certificate
  • Platform: Coursera
  • Price: Details available on Coursera

Course Outline

In this course, students will expand their vocabulary by learning new roots, terms, and abbreviations specific to the four body systems. The course includes fun class videos, interactive activities, and real-life examples to test skills. Students will also have the opportunity to present their skills in communicating within a medical setting.


Target Audience

  • High school students interested in experiencing a university-level course
  • Pre-medical or pre-nursing students preparing for medicine-related courses
  • Healthcare professionals looking to refresh and improve their knowledge
  • Anyone interested in improving their ability to understand medical documents and advocate for their own or loved ones' health

Learning Outcomes

  • Identify and define common word parts and terms associated with the endocrine, cardiovascular, lymphatic, and respiratory systems
  • Connect medical terms of these systems with the appropriate electronic health record section
  • Explain the basic purpose and anatomy of these systems

Instructor

Laura S. Kabiri

Dr. Laura Kabiri is a professor at Rice University, having earned her Bachelor of Arts from the University of Houston and her Master of Science, Doctor of Physical Therapy, and Doctor of Philosophy degrees from Texas Woman's University.


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  • Medical Terminology Specialization (3 Courses)
  • Medical Terminology Course I
  • Medical Terminology Course III
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