Learning Medical Terminology can seem like a daunting task at first. It could, in fact, be like learning a whole other language. In reality, memorising all of the words in a medical dictionary may prove to be impossible.
Do not fear! There is a simple way to learn and understand Medical Terminology. Most words are simply a combination of different parts or elements. In this course, you will learn the frequently used roots, prefixes, and suffixes of common medical terminology.
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Understanding culture and how it impacts on communication
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- interactions with other health professionals
- managing stressful assignments
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5/5
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5/5
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A Short Introduction to Medical Terminology – Single Module (T&I in Healthcare Settings)
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June 1 - 8@ 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
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Aug 12 @ 2:00 pm - 5:00 pm
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Oct 5 @ 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
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