Medical Transcription Styles & Practices

Learn concepts and standards of style and format of medical reports and basic grammar rules in medical documentation. Prepare for medical transcription by applying industry standards, as presented in the AHDI Book of Style & Standards for Clinical Documentation. The course introduces information not encountered outside of healthcare documentation. Via the AHDI Book of Style & Standards for Clinical Documentation Workbook, students have access to online voice recording samples to provide an opportunity to practice transcribing medical dictation and applying the standards outlined in the textbook. Due to specialized theory and skills, students can expect to spend a minimum of 10 hours/week in this course. This course may be taken concurrently with Medical Transcription Fundamentals OL400. Prerequisites: OL402 Medical Terminology Computer Software Requirements: Windows Operating System; Sound required

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Upcoming Sessions

Browse the available offerings below and register for the session that fits your schedule.

  • OnlineClosed

    MAY 12-AUG 18

    Reference number
    CRN 30519
    Course fee$401.86

    Registration closed

  • OnlineOpen

    SEP 08-DEC 15

    Reference number
    CRN 11351
    Course fee$401.86

Course Materials

Course Textbooks

The following textbooks are required for this course unless otherwise stated. Make sure you have acquired these materials before your course starts.

Please review our textbook website for guidance on purchasing a textbook. If you are unsuccessful in obtaining a textbook, please contact onlinelearning@confederationcollege.ca immediately.

  • Required Textbook

    The Book of Style & Standards for Clinical Documentation

    by Laura Bryan

    Publisher
    AHDI (Association for Healthcare Documentation Integrity)
    Edition
    4th
    ISBNPrint: 978-0-935229-64-6 eText: 978-0-935229-54-7
    Course CodeLO-HLTH8153Registration CodeCF-OL401
  • Required Textbook

    Book of Style & Standards for Clinical Documentation, Workbook

    by Laura Bryan

    Publisher
    AHDI (Association for Healthcare Documentation Integrity)
    Edition
    4th
    ISBNPrint: 978-0-935229-65-3 eText: 978-0-935229-55-4
    Course CodeLO-HLTH8153Registration CodeCF-OL401

Online Learning

How this course is delivered

This course is delivered fully online through OntarioLearn, a partnership of Ontario colleges — study from anywhere with an internet connection, on a schedule that fits around work and family.

  • Learn Anytime

    No live lectures — course content is available 24/7.

  • Weekly Structure

    Follow a weekly course schedule with set tasks.

  • Multimedia Content

    Learn through modules, videos, forums, assignments, and quizzes.

  • Instructor Support

    Facilitators are available to answer questions and provide feedback.

  • Independent Learning

    It’s self-study — be ready to push yourself and stay on track.

  • Time Commitment

    Expect around 5–12 hours per week, depending on your familiarity with the subject.