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Medical Transcriptionist Course

If physicians had to transcribe all of their notes, observations, and diagnoses, they would have little time to provide much-needed health care to suffering patients. This is why hospitals hire those with medical transcriptionist training to assist with the data keeping. Much like a court stenographer transfers audio information to a written record, a medical transcriptionist documents everything that a doctor records on audiotape.

Taking a Medical Transcriptionist Course
Because medical jargon is extremely specific to the health care industry, it is necessary to earn a certificate or associate degree for this particular career. Throughout your coursework, you'll learn legal terms, anatomy, physiology, medical terminology, shorthand, and of course, grammar. If you're unsure about whether or not this career is suited for you, you should consider taking a medical transcriptionist course to better understand how this profession works exactly.

Job Prospects after Your Medical Transcriptionist Course
Like most careers in the health care industry, medical transcriptionists will enjoy healthy demand in the coming years due to a variety of reasons: retiring baby boomers, increased hospital visitations, and improved medical technology. However, unlike most health-care jobs, you don't necessarily need to work in a hospital. Many medical transcriptionists work from the comfort of home, since their job really only requires audio media and a computer. Imagine working 40 hours a week, making $25,000 a year (the median salary in 2004, according to the US Department of Labor), and never having to leave home. And as the health care industry continues to balloon, this impressive salary is likely to rise quite substantially.
Training in Your Area:
Schools are listed in alphabetical order by state then city.
International Career School [Online]
Programs:
  Fitness And Nutrition
  Medical Office Assistant
  Medical Transcriptionist
  Occupational Therapy Aide
  Retail Pharmacy Assistant

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Kaplan University [Cedar Rapids, IA]
Programs:
  Associate of Occupational Studies: Medical Assistant
  Certificate: Medical Transcriptionist
  Certificate: Practical Nursing

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Spencerian College - Louisville [Louisville, KY]
Programs:
  Clinical Assistant
  Health Unit Coordinator
  Healthcare Reimbursement Specialist
  Invasive Cardiovascular Technology
  Limited Medical Radiography
  Medical Administrative Assistant
  Medical Administrative Management
  Medical Assistant
  Medical Clinical Specialties
  Medical Coding Specialist
  Medical Laboratory Technician
  Medical Transcriptionist
  Nursing
  Phlebotomy
  Practical Nursing
  Radiologic Technologist
  Surgical Technology

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Kaplan College KHE - (Hagerstown) [Hagerstown, MD]
Looking to gain a competitive edge in your career? Kaplan College offers a learning experience that is anything but typical. Our faculty and staff are not just academics—they’re seasoned professionals who can give you the real-world knowledge you need to succeed. And we offer a flexible and accelerated schedule designed to meet the needs of your busy life. Our programs are designed to prepare you for success in any of a variety of fields, including Criminal Justice, Health Care, Business, Education, Information Technology, Legal Studies, or Fashion and Design.
Programs:
  Associate of Applied Science: Health Information Technology
  Associate of Applied Science: Medical Receptionist/Transcriptionist
  Associate of Applied Science: Medical Secretary/Assistant
  Certificate: Medical Assistant
  Certificate: Medical Billing / Coding
  Certificate: Medical Receptionist
  Certificate: Medical Transcriptionist
  Certificate: Phlebotomist

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Fortis Institute [Forty Fort, PA]
At Fortis Institute, we provide students with the skills and training they need to prepare for a variety of in-demand career fields, including Medical Assisting, Medical Billing and Coding, Dental Assistant, and Medical Business & Clinical Specialist. We offer qualified instructors, personalized attention, career services for our graduates, and much more.
Programs:
  ECG/Phlebotomist/Lab Assistant
  Massage Therapy
  Medical Assistant Technician
  Medical Assisting
  Medical Transcriptionist/Insurance Billing Specialist
  Pharmacy Technician

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* Programs vary by location
* Please contact each individual campus for accreditation information
Fortis Institute [Scranton, PA]
At Fortis Institute, we provide students with the skills and training they need to prepare for a variety of in-demand career fields, including Medical Assisting, Medical Billing and Coding, Dental Assistant, and Medical Business & Clinical Specialist. We offer qualified instructors, personalized attention, career services for our graduates, and much more.
Programs:
  Dental Assistant
  ECG/Phlebotomist/Lab Assistant
  Expanded Function Dental Assistant
  Massage Therapy
  Medical Assistant Technician
  Medical Assisting
  Medical Transcriptionist/Insurance Billing Specialist

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* Programs vary by location
* Please contact each individual campus for accreditation information
Court Reporting Institute - Dallas [Dallas, TX]
Programs:
  Medical Transcriptionist-Stenoscriptionist

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