Course Syllabus
Healthcare Careers 2 of 3: Intro to Human Anatomy and Medical Terminology (Certification Prep HI-1014N)

Description

MedCerts HI-1014N is the foundations course 2 of 3 in their online healthcare careers industry certification prep programs. HI-1014N is a required introductory course for either the HI-1100 Medical Billing Specialist program for the target certification: Certified Billing and Coding Specialist (CBCS) or for the HI-3100 Electronic Health Records Specialist program for the target certification: Certified Electronic Health Records Specialist (CEHRS) from the National Healthcareer Association (NHA). To achieve a certification, students must successfully complete all three required courses, earn a high school diploma or GED within the next 12 months, create an account on the NHA Certification Portal, and register to complete the CBCS or CEHRS national certification exam either at your school, a PSI testing center near you, or through live remote proctoring at the location of your choice.
In this Introduction to Human Anatomy & Medical Terminology course, you will uncover the wonderful diversity of the eleven body systems while learning about the medical language that is used to describe them, as well as the translation of medical records used in the field of healthcare. Within the anatomy and physiology section of each lesson, students will gain comprehensive knowledge of the structure and function of the various organs and systems of the human body. Major diseases and conditions will be presented and explained in the section on pathology. Throughout each Lesson, the roots of terms are explained to help students understand how medical terminology works in all areas of healthcare and to increase their knowledge and understanding of the material discussed.
This course will provide you with a better understanding and working knowledge of medicine that is required for understanding of medical records used for multiple purposes and job duties in the medical field. Lessons include: Introduction to Medical Terminology, Introduction to Anatomy, Physiology and Pathology, Cells – The Foundation of Life, The Human Body, Integumentary System, Skeletal System, Muscular System, Nervous System, Special Senses, Endocrine System, Cardiovascular System, Blood and Immune Systems, Respiratory System, Digestive System, Urinary System, and Reproductive System.Additionally, 3D/AR Immersive Activities are included for each lesson to provide depth of exploration of human anatomy. Each of these activities is followed by a mini assessment to evaluate comprehension.
In this course, students are exposed to a variety of eLearning elements that allow hands-on interaction with the screen for an engaging education. In addition to video-based instruction that provides foundational knowledge, a variety of other learning methods are utilized for engagement, entertainment, and inspiration throughout training. These may include interactive skill activities, game-based learning, an immersive environment for critical thinking skills, and hands-on interaction. Prerequisites:  Completion of high school biology and chemistry coursework and PS-1011N

Course Objectives: Upon completion of this course, students will be able to...

• Analyze and understand medical terminology
• Recognize the structure and function of human body systems and organs
• Gain an understanding of the medical language related to body systems
• Discuss major diseases and related symptoms
• Prepare to demonstrate medical language knowledge within the healthcare setting
• Discuss word parts including prefixes, word roots, and suffixes
• Define combining forms and when they are used
• Explain how to analyze medical terms
• Define directional terms as they related to body planes
• Discuss pathology, diseases, and diagnostics
• Explain various treatments and therapies
• Describe the different types of cells and tissues for various body locations
• Demonstrate an understanding of the pathology of cells
• Identify various benign and cancerous neoplasms
• Differentiate eleven organ systems and associated organs
• Describe the concept of homeostasis
• Recognize regions, quadrants, and cavities of the human body
• Discuss pathology related to nutrition, hydration, and body temperature
• Define and demonstrate correct spelling of integumentary system medical terms
• Discuss anatomy, physiology, and pathology of the skin
• Identify the degree of burns and the rule of nines
• Demonstrate an understand of the types of skin cancers and which is the most severe
• Define and demonstrate correct spelling of skeletal system medical terms
• Discuss anatomy and physiology of bones
• Differentiate between the axial and appendicular skeletons
• Demonstrate an understand of joint and bone pathology
• Define and demonstrate correct spelling of muscular system medical terms
• Discuss anatomy and physiology of muscles
• Demonstrate an understand of muscle metabolism and types of movement
• Differentiate major skeletal muscles
• Define and demonstrate correct spelling of nervous system medical terms
• Discuss anatomy and physiology of nerves
• Recognize the difference between the central and peripheral nervous systems
• Demonstrate an understand of cranial nerves and nervous system pathology
• Explain levels of consciousness and disorders
• Describe types of diagnostic and therapeutic procedures for nervous system disorders
• Define and demonstrate correct spelling of medical terms related to special senses
• Discuss anatomy and physiology of the eyes and ears
• Demonstrate an understand of pathology of the eye and visual disorders
• Explain visual and hearing diagnostic procedures
• Demonstrate an understand of pathology of the ear, hearing, and balance
• Differentiate between the receptors related to touch, vision, hearing, taste, and smell
• Define and demonstrate correct spelling of endocrine system medical terms
• Demonstrate an understand of anatomy and physiology of glands
• Discuss the major glands of the endocrine system
• Explain pathology of the endocrine system
• Describe diabetes and related complications
• Demonstrate an understand of diagnostic and therapeutic procedures
• Define and demonstrate correct spelling of cardiovascular system medical terms
• Discuss anatomy of the heart and blood vessels
• Demonstrate an understand of physiology and pathology of the heart, blood vessels, and circulation
• Describe the cardiac conduction system and cardiac cycle
• Explain types of heart valve defects and congenital heart defects
• Demonstrate an understand of irregular heart rhythms and heart failure
• Define and demonstrate correct spelling of blood and immune system medical terms
• Discuss anatomy, physiology, and pathology of blood and the immune/lymphatic system
• Demonstrate an understand of blood formation and blood cells
• Identify normal blood test values
• Discuss hemostasis and blood groups
• Describe the role of antibodies
• Demonstrate an understand of types of transplants
• Define and demonstrate correct spelling of respiratory system medical terms
• Discuss the structures of the upper and lower respiratory tracts
• Demonstrate an understand of pathology and diseases of the respiratory system
• Describe diagnostic and therapeutic procedures
• Define and demonstrate correct spelling of digestive system medical terms
• Discuss digestion and basic nutrition
• Demonstrate an understand of metabolic and gastrointestinal tract pathology
• Explain liver disease and disorders of the gastrointestinal tract
• Define and demonstrate correct spelling of urinary system medical terms
• Discuss digestive system anatomy and physiology
• Explain production of urine
• Demonstrate an understand of urinary pathology and disorders
• List types of diagnostic and therapeutic procedures
• Define and demonstrate correct spelling of medical terms related to reproduction
• Discuss anatomy and physiology of male and female reproductive systems
• List and explain the stages of pregnancy and related disorders
• Demonstrate an understand of pathology of the reproductive system
• Demonstrate an understand of menstrual and inflammatory disorders
• Discuss benign and malignant growths and sexual disease transmission

Course Outline:

Lesson 1 – Introduction to Medical Terminology

Lesson 2 – Introduction to Anatomy, Physiology, and Pathology

Lesson 3 – Cells: The Foundation of Life

Lesson 4 – The Human Body

Lesson 5 – Integumentary System

Lesson 6 – Skeletal System

Lesson 7 – Muscular System

Lesson 8 – Nervous System

Lesson 9 – Special Senses

Lesson 10 – Endocrine System

Lesson 11 – Cardiovascular System

Lesson 12 – Blood and Immune System

Lesson 13 – Respiratory System

Lesson 14 – Digestive System

Lesson 15 – Urinary System

Lesson 16 – Reproductive System

Final Assessment – Introduction to Human Anatomy and Medical Terminology

Resources Included: This course includes additional learning resources provided as a supplement to the core training components. Students are required to complete several of these supplements within the course. These may include interactive elements, simulations, and game-based learning. Some supplements, such as a course textbook or ebook, may reference additional activities or assignments as well. While students are not required to submit these additional activities, MedCerts strongly encourages students to utilize these resources to allow for a more comprehensive learning experience, increase the likelihood of subject matter retention, and better prepare for certification success.
MedCerts’ highly immersive courses utilize up to 12 unique eLearning components designed to keep students engaged, stimulated, and entertained throughout their training. The eLearning Components in the course may include instructor-led video lecture, animations, demonstrations, simulations, 3D interactive training environments, games, activities, assessments, and more. These activities are designed to translate into critical skill-building and preparation for a new career. This multi-sensory delivery method provides students with a solid foundation for their overall education.
This course includes the following instructional content: Introduction to Human Anatomy & Medical Terminology: A Course Companion (MedCerts, 1st Edition eText and Workbook by Paul Reuter and Valerie Weiss); A&P with Medical Terms Flash Cards (MedCerts); Introduction to Human Anatomy & Medical Terminology (MedCerts)--Recorded Video-Based Lecture/Instruction; Introduction to Human Anatomy and Medical Terminology Interactive Skill Activities (MedCerts)--Skill Presentations and Knowledge Checks; and Introduction to Human Anatomy and Medical Terminology AR/3D (MedCerts)--Augmented Reality/Third Dimensional Interactivities.

Additional Costs: None

Scoring System: Michigan Virtual does not assign letter grades, grant credit for courses, nor issue diplomas. A final score out of total points earned will be submitted to your school mentor for conversion to their own letter grading system.

Time Commitment: Semester sessions are 18-weeks long: Students must be able to spend 1 or more hours per day in the course to be successful. This course requires 6 to 7 hours weekly to complete within a typical semester term.

Technology Requirements: Students will require a computer device with headphones, a microphone, webcam, up-to-date Chrome Web Browser, and access to YouTube. MedCerts programs require a PC, Mac, or Chromebook device for training. Google Chrome is the preferred browser for training. Please note, while some activities may work on a mobile device or tablet, MedCerts programs are not designed to be used on these devices. Mobile devices and tablets are therefore not considered supported devices.

Ensure that your school or district network and device administrator establishes network access permissions or exceptions for online resources relevant to the course in which you are choosing to enroll. Ref., Michigan Virtual Course Allow List

Please review the Michigan Virtual Technology Requirements.

Instructor Support System: For technical issues within your course, contact the Customer Care Center by email at CustomerCare@michiganvirtual.org or by phone at (888) 889-2840.

Instructor Contact Expectations: Students can use email or the private message system within the Student Learning Portal to access highly qualified teachers when they need instructor assistance. Students will also receive feedback on their work inside the learning management system. The Instructor Info area of their course may describe additional communication options.

Academic Support Available: In addition to access to a highly qualified, Michigan certified teacher, students have access to academic videos and outside resources verified by Michigan Virtual. For technical issues within the course, students can contact the Michigan Virtual Customer Care by email at customercare@michiganvirtual.org or by phone at (888) 889-2840.

Required Assessment: This MedCerts course is considered PASS/FAIL. Throughout the course, various quizzes, assessments, or activities will require a minimum passing score to proceed in the course. Scores for these elements are available immediately, and these elements may be attempted until a satisfactory score is achieved. This course may also contain additional, nongraded assessments, such as games, simulations, and interactive activities, that must be successfully completed to progress through the course. Students must complete the 16 lesson quizzes, 48 3D Interactive quizzes, and a final assessment with a minimum passing score of 80% accuracy.

Technical Skills Needed: Basic technology skills necessary to locate and share information and files as well as interact with others in a Learning Management System (LMS), include the ability to:

• Download, edit, save, convert, and upload files
• Download and install software
• Use a messaging service similar to email
• Communicate with others in online discussion or message boards, following basic rules of netiquette
• Open attachments shared in messages
• Create, save, and submit files in commonly used word processing program formats and as a PDF
• Edit file share settings in cloud-based applications, such as Google Docs, Sheets, or Slides
• Save a file as a .pdf
• Copy and paste and format text using your mouse, keyboard, or an html editor’s toolbar menu
• Insert images or links into a file or html editor
• Search for information within a document using Ctrl+F or Command+F keyboard shortcuts
• Work in multiple browser windows and tabs simultaneously
• Activate a microphone or webcam on your device, and record and upload or link audio and/or video files
• Use presentation and graphics programs
• Follow an online pacing guide or calendar of due dates
• Use spell-check, citation editors, and tools commonly provided in word processing tool menus
• Create and maintain usernames and passwords

Additional Information: None