Medical terminology (HDCR 560)

Course nameMedical Terminology
Course descriptionAn overview of the language used by healthcare professionals. This is an introductory course and appropriate for anyone interested in working in a healthcare environment. There are no pre-requisites required. 
Subject codeHDCR 560
Course lengthStudents will have one month to complete approximately 20-25 hours of coursework.
Course requirementsParticipants will work through the self-paced modules and quizzes online. An instructor will be available to answer questions via email.
DatesStudents can register anytime for access to course content. 
GradesThis is a graded course. Participants must complete all modules with a pass rate of 70%. A Recognition of Completion document from the department is available upon request.
Tuition$280
Course content
  • Basic word structure
  • Terms pertaining to the body
  • Digestive system
  • Urinary system
  • Reproductive system
  • Nervous system
  • Cardiovascular system and blood
  • Respiratory system
  • Lymphatic system
  • Musculoskeletal system
  • Skin
  • Sense organs
  • Endocrine system
  • Cancer
  • Radiology
  • Pharmacology
  • Psychiatry

 

CRN21245
Start Dates

July 2, August 1

September TBD

 

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