HLSC1010 - Healthcare Conc & Med Term

Healthcare Concepts and Medical Terminology: This course teaches the language of healthcare while also introducing the student to conceptual learning within the healthcare arena. The medical terminology component includes symbols, abbreviations and acronyms common in a variety of healthcare settings. Students will learn prefixes, suffixes and root words to help the student build a medical vocabulary. This course also explores professional healthcare roles and responsibilities, communication in healthcare, evidence-based practice, quality & safety, interprofessional collaboration & teamwork, social determinants of health and other concepts relevant to those interested in pursuing a career in the health sciences.
3 Credits