Medical Transcriptionist

Program Objectives: To prepare students for employment as medical transcriptionists by providing basic knowledge of medical terminology, anatomy and physiology, word processing, English, Medicolegal ethics and concepts, and medical transcription practicum. To provide understanding and skills necessary to accurately transcribe medical dictation while applying the principles of professional and ethical conduct. To assist graduates in securing employment.

Entrance School - 143
Minimum Section Scores: Language (42); Reading (43); Numerical (41)

Program Objective: To prepare students for employment as a medical transcriptions by providing basic knowledge of medical terminology, anatomy and physiology, word processing, English, Medico legal ethics and concepts, and medical transcription practicum. To provide understanding and skills necessary to accurately transcribe medical dictation while applying principles of professional and ethical conduct. To assist graduates in securing employment.

There is no state or national requirement for eligibility or licensure for the Medical Transcription field. A national test is given for the CMT (Cetified Medical Transcriptionist), but this test is not an entry-level requirement in the profession.

The approximate amount of time required for completion of the day Medical Transcriptionist program is sixty-four (64) weeks and the evening program is eighty (80) weeks.
*offered at the Main and Branch Campus