5550 Medical Terminology

½ Credit

Prerequisite: None

A course designed to develop a working knowledge of the language of medicine. Students acquire word-building skills by learning prefixes, suffixes, roots, and abbreviations. By relating terms to body systems, students identify proper use of words in a medical environment. Knowledge of medical terminology enhances the student’s ability to successfully secure employment or pursue advanced education in health care.

General Requirments:  This course is designed for students in 9th grade and members of the Health Science Technology Academy.  It is not, however, limited to students in 9th grade. It is offered only during the spring semester.