Medical Terminology
Health & Physical Education High School
About This Course
Medical terminology is designed to teach students the language used in medicine and healthcare, grounded in an understanding of human anatomy and physiology. Students build a strong foundation through the study of prefixes, suffixes, and root words and study the structure and origin of common medical terms with a focus on correct pronunciation, spelling, and application of medical terms. Students will take a systematic approach to the systems of the body by learning the basic structure and function of the system as well as medical terms related to pathology, diagnosis, clinical procedures, pharmacology, and abbreviations specific to that system. Students will learn to communicate in medical language and interpret complex medical communications into everyday language.
Terms Offered
- (26-27) Semester 1
- (26-27) Trimester 1
- (26-27) Semester 2
- (26-27) Trimester 2
- (26-27) Trimester 3
NCAA Approved?
N/A - Non-Core
Course Type
Plus
Standards
- Michigan K-12 Science Standards (2015)
- MMC Credit Guidelines for Michigan High School Health Education Standards
- Next Generation Science Standards