Begin Med Transcription(ODE)

Windows Operating System. Must have audio capabilities (speakers or ear phones). Word Processing will be MS Word. Transcription playback software will be a free download from the Internet (traditional equipment will be simulated). Students may choose to purchase a foot pedal from the software download site (optional).

Course description

This course is designed to provide students with a working knowledge of transcription of medical reports. Transcription is taking the spoken word and turning it into a written document. Case studies are provided so that students gain knowledge in the transcribing of various medical reports. Medical reports are transcribed from ten individual case studies, each of which concerns an inpatient with a specific medical problem. There are between four and six reports within each case study. Students are involved in the care of the patient from the date of admission through the date of discharge.

Students registering for credit courses for the first time must declare a program at the point of registration. Declaring a program does not necessarily mean students must complete a program, individual courses may be taken for skill improvement and upgrading.

Contact ol@georgiancollege.ca or call 705.722.1500 for more information.