BSBMED301

Interpret and Apply Medical Terminology Appropriately

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  • Fast Certificate Turnaround
  • Experienced and Certified Instructors
  • Flexible Learning Options
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Course Description

The unit BSBMED301 – Interpret and Apply Medical Terminology Appropriately – equips individuals with the essential skills and knowledge to accurately understand and use medical terminology in healthcare settings. This unit is vital for professionals working in roles such as medical administration, healthcare support, reception, and allied health, where clear communication using medical language is required.

Throughout the course, participants will learn how to interpret medical terms by breaking down word components such as prefixes, suffixes, and root words. The training covers how to apply medical terminology in everyday workplace tasks, including reading medical documents, understanding patient records, and communicating with healthcare professionals. Emphasis is placed on ensuring the correct usage of terms to avoid errors and misunderstandings that could impact patient care or administrative processes.

This unit is ideal for administrative staff, healthcare assistants, or support workers in medical environments who need to enhance their ability to interpret and use medical language accurately.

Upon completing BSBMED301, participants will be able to confidently interpret and apply medical terminology in various healthcare contexts, ensuring clear communication and effective documentation. This training is critical for maintaining professionalism and accuracy in medical settings.

Units Delivered

The following units will be included in your certificate:

BSBMED301

Interpret and apply medical terminology appropriately

 

This course can be delivered/assessed in the workplace or at facility organised by the training provider.

Course durations can vary for multiple reasons, so the durations below are the minimum possible amount.

Face-to-Face Face to Face contact time of at least 7 Hours
Online with face-to-face assessment Face to Face contact time of at least 1 Hour

An individual undertaking this course with Allens Training Pty Ltd will need to demonstrate the following to be eligible for entry:

  • Students are required to have the verbal and written English language skills to complete the scenarios and forms

Online study options:  The online learning program can be found in the student portal. Students must have access to a computer, smart phone, tablet or other electronic device with access to the internet to complete the online studies and practical assessment.

Individuals undertaking this course will be expected to complete both written and practical assessment tasks.

This certificate does not require renewal

Please note that enrolment to this course is made with Allens Training Pty Ltd RTO 90909. Please refer to the student handbook on our website for all details relating to rights and responsibilities including complaints and appeals.

Practical assessment

  • Simulated Scenario – Communicate Information
  • Simulated Scenario – Patient Handover

Documentation:

  • Complete a patient handover report form based on the simulated scenario

This course is delivered and assessed on behalf of Allens Training Pty Ltd RTO 90909


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