CATALOG #10501101

Focuses on the component parts of medical terms: prefixes, suffixes, and word roots. Learners practice formation, analysis, and reconstruction of terms. Emphasizes spelling, definition, and pronunciation. Introduces operative, diagnostic, therapeutic, and symptomatic terminology of all body systems as well as systemic and surgical terminology.

CATALOG #10501104

An introduction to the culture of healthcare for students interested in working in various healthcare settings. Learners examine professionalism, interpersonal and written communication skills, problem-solving skills and patient privacy and confidentiality issues as they relate to healthcare.

CATALOG #10501108

Introduces students to medication classification, basic pharmacology principles, and supplements. Students apply basic pharmacodynamics to identify common medications and calculate dosages in preparation for medication administration.

CATALOG #10501109

Prepares students to display professionalism and perform within ethical boundaries in the healthcare setting. Students maintain confidentiality, examine legal aspects of the medical record, perform risk management procedures, examine legal and bioethical issues, and demonstrate awareness of diversity.