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Interpret and apply medical terminology appropriately

BSBMED301- Interpret and apply medical terminology appropriately 

Interpret and apply medical terminology appropriately

BSBMED301- Interpret and apply medical terminology appropriately 

Duration
8 hours
Intake
On demand
Cost
$210
Delivery Mode
Accredited

This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to understand and respond to instructions; to carry out routine tasks and communicate with a range of internal/external clients in a medical environment; as well as use appropriate medical terminology.

This unit applies to individuals who work in various medical administration contexts. It also applies to people looking to further study in a health-related field, and mature aged students looking to transfer into a health administration role.

Learners will gain several benefits from completing this course:

  • an ability to respond appropriately to instructions which contain medical terminology
  • understand how to carry out routine tasks using medical terminology
  • use appropriate medical terminology in oral and written communication.

Upon successful completion, learners will be able to:

  • receive, interpret and document written and oral instructions using medical terminology
  • interpret abbreviations for specialised medical terminology
  • use appropriate medical terminology as directed, in oral communication with patients, fellow workers and health professionals
  • use appropriate medical terminology as directed, in written communication with patients, fellow workers and health professionals
  • spell and pronounce medical terminology correctly.

This unit can lead to roles such as:

  • medical receptionist
  • medical administration assistant
  • practice manager
  • hospital admissions officer
  • allied health support staff
  • health services administration staff.

Unit of Competency 

BSBMED301 – Interpret and apply medical terminology appropriately

This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to understand and respond to instructions; to carry out routine tasks and communicate with a range of internal/external clients in a medical environment; as well as use appropriate medical terminology.

It applies to individuals who apply a broad range of competencies in various medical administration contexts. They may exercise discretion and judgment using appropriate knowledge to provide technical advice and support to a team.

Unit CodeUnit Name
BSBMED301 Interpret and apply medical terminology appropriately

  • age: 15 or older
  • able to attend classes at the designated times
  • able to complete learning and assessment tasks to a satisfactory level, with support where required.

Learners must have the necessary language, literacy and numeracy skills to interpret and apply relevant information to commence learning in this program. Learners will be required to undergo a pre-enrolment assessment to determine their Language, Literacy and Numeracy (LLN) capability. This test aligns with the Australian Core Skills Framework (ACSF) which describes the outcomes of foundational skills relevant to the level of this program. The outcomes of this assessment will indicate whether a learner is suitable for the course or whether they require additional educational and support services, reasonable adjustment or referral to other training or services.

Nil

N/A

Knowledge acquired will be assessed through a combination of Knowledge Questions and Performance Tasks such as role plays, written tasks, observation by the assessor, and any other assessment method deemed appropriate by the College.

Upon successful completion, learners will receive a nationally accredited Statement of Attainment in the following unit:

BSBMED301 Interpret and apply medical terminology appropriately

Not applicable as this is a single unit of competency. 

Not applicable as this is a single unit of competency. 

Learning and Wellbeing Support

Academic assistance, LLN support, learning materials, digital support, counselling and referral services are available to support students’ wellbeing and learning.

For support, please email enrol@secc.edu.au

Students are required to provide themselves with:
  • Technology-related items, such as internet access, appropriate devices, and any other necessary resources if the course is delivered online.
  • Notification of course withdrawal by emailing enrol@secc.edu.au
  • A Unique Student Identifier(USI) via https://www.usi.gov.au/.
Duration

8 hours face to face or online self paced. 

Class Timetable

Specific day and time will be emailed once enrolment is confirmed.

At the College at 98 Bondi Road, Bondi Junction 2022, onsite at individual workplaces or online.

Links to virtual classrooms are supplied upon successful enrolment.

This unit may be fully funded by the NSW Government subject to set criteria to assess the learner’s eligibility.

TitleFee
Interpret and apply medical terminology appropriately  (BSBMED301) $210

  • Fee for service
  •  Government-funded places: learners may need to meet additional eligibility requirements.

All courses need a minimum number of learners to run. If your course does not have sufficient learners, it will be cancelled prior to the commencement, and you will be informed. For your convenience, information about class cancellations or changes are made initially via email and SMS. Please ensure these details are correct.

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