Summer 2026
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Course No: HSCI.1011-081; SIS Class Nbr: 2714; SIS Term: 3540
Course Status: Open
Course Description
This course is designed to introduce entry-level students of any discipline to the fascinating language of Medical Terminology. Medical terminology is a system of words that are used to describe the human body, including its anatomy, physiology, disease processes, and treatments. In the course, students will explore the roots, prefixes, and suffixes that form the basis of language across careers in health sciences. The content of this course it is relevant to students interested in pre-health disciplines (premed, pre-dental, pre-veterinary), as well as careers as physicians assistants, nurses, public health professionals, Emergency Medical Technicians, or health scientists.
Prerequisites, Notes & Instructor
When Offered & Tuition
- Online Course
- 2026 Summer: May 18 to Jul 12
- Course Level: Undergraduate
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Tuition: $385 | Pay as little as $210/mo for this course.
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- Note: There is a $30 per semester registration fee for credit courses.
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