AAS in Medical Transcription
Earn your Associate of Applied Science in Medical Transcription from Kaplan University.
Medical transcriptionists have the important role of transcribing doctors’ dictation tapes into legible print and electronic documents. With insurance providers transitioning to electronic documentation systems, employment opportunities for medical transcriptionists on the rise, making this an ideal time to choose a career as a medical transcriptionist.
Kaplan’s medical transcription program is conveniently available online and at the Davenport, IA campus, allowing students flexibility while preparing to become a certified professional. The curriculum embodies many important skills, including typing accuracy, proficiency with software commonly used in the field, strong communications skills, and a workable understanding of medical terminology, anatomy, physiology, and pharmacology.
During the program, students benefit from a practicum experience, working from home as a medical transcriptionist working, responding to a number of different specialties, accents, and turnaround times.
Since certification is often a requirement when seeking employment as a medical transcriptionist, upon meeting requirements for the Association for Healthcare Documentation Integrity, graduates are eligible to take the Registered Medical Transcriptionist examination.
Medical transcriptionists enjoy exposure to many different medical disciplines. They work in hospitals, physicians’ offices, and a broad range of other medical facilities. Work is frequently outsourced to independent contractors who operate their businesses from home.
Areas of Study: Medical Transcription
Degree Type: Associate's Degrees
Program is available online!