ASSOCIATE OF APPLIED SCIENCE PROFESSIONAL TECHNICAL
The Associate of Applied Science (A.A.S.) Degree is a recommended course of study for individuals interested in pursuing a career in medical transcription. The degree is not designed to transfer to a four-year institution, although a majority of classes are transferable. The Medical Transcription program provides solid groundwork in medical terminology, anatomy and physiology, transcription, and computer training. The student entering this program is preparing for immediate employment as a medical transcriptionist in hospitals, clinics, doctor’s offices, etc. upon completion of this degree.
General Education Requirements:
Course #
Course Title
Credits
WR 121
English Composition
3
SP 111
Fundamentals of Speech
3
BA 104
Business Math
4
Any Arts & Letters or Social Sciences
3
Electives (Required by the department)
12
BA 131 Intro to Business Computing (4)
GS 161 Medical Terminology I (3)
HPE 120 First Aid (2)
MREC 116 Medical Office Procedures (3)
Recommended Electives
6
MREC 210 Medical Billing I (3)
MREC 211 Medical Billing II (3)
Total General Ed and Electives
31
Program Requirements:
59
(See next column for courses)
TOTAL Credits:
90
Program Recommendations: Program classes are noted according to the quarter most often offered and shown in the recommended - or necessary sequence.
