Course Summary
Course Category: Employment / Lifelong Learning
Equip the learner with the knowledge, skill and competence in the range of medical terminology applicable and relevant specifically to a medical receptionist or secretarial role in a medical practice, clinic and or hospital.
Certificate in QQI Level 5 Minor Award Certificate in Medical Terminology (5N2428)
Course Details
This course prepares you for working in the following Career Sectors:
What will you study?
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Examine a range of medical terminology required by a medical receptionist or secretary within a general medical practice and or specialist medical practice context
Explore current relevant legislation regarding Health Services in Ireland
Describe the sources of information available to the medical receptionist or secretary
Examine the importance of using correct medial terminology in communicating with patients and medial practitioners
Apply medical pronunciation and spelling correctly
Define medical abbreviations used in medical investigations and diagnosis
Define medical terminology associated with the medical specialties carried out in a large general hospital
Define medical terms used in medical reports and summaries
Use correct medical terminology in a wide range of specialties; when dealing with both patients and medial practitioners
Assemble and prepare X-ray reports
Prepare final medical reports; ensuring the use of appropriate terminology, language and format.
Important
- Colleges may add/remove modules to keep the course updated and to meet demands.
Progression to CAO Courses
The Student - Career Interests
This course is typically suited for people with the following Career Interests:
Administrative
Administrative people are interested in work that offers security and a sense of being part of a larger process. They may be at their most productive under supervisors who give clear guidelines and while performing routine tasks in a methodical and reliable way.
They tend to enjoy clerical and most forms of office work, where they perform essential administrative duties. They often form the backbone of large and small organisations alike. They may enjoy being in charge of office filing systems, and using computers and other office equipment to keep things running smoothly. They usually like routine work hours and prefer comfortable indoor workplaces.
Further Research
Career Progression
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Use your knowledge of terminology across various hospital specialties, from cardiology and oncology to orthopedics, preparing you for roles in large general hospitals.