Rice University
Medical Terminology Specialization
Rice University

Medical Terminology Specialization

Develop your skills in medical terminology. Identify word parts (prefixes, suffixes, and roots) and abbreviations commonly used in the medical field, read and understand health records, and identify terms associated with all 10 major organ systems.

Laura S. Kabiri

Instructor: Laura S. Kabiri

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Beginner level

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1 month
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Learn at your own pace

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Specialization - 3 course series

Medical Terminology I

Course 114 hours4.9 (574 ratings)

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Medical Terminology II

Course 216 hours5.0 (146 ratings)

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Medical Terminology III

Course 315 hours4.9 (115 ratings)

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Laura S. Kabiri
Rice University
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