# Medical Transcription (Certificate of Completion)

El Camino College · 2026-2027 Catalog · Department: Allied Health

Source: http://catalog.elcamino.edu/preview_program.php?catoid=13&poid=3734

**Healthcare Sciences**
www.elcamino.edu/academics/divisions/health-care/

The Medical Transcription Noncredit Certificate of Completion prepares students for an entry-level position in medical transcription. Students will learn about the scope of practice, tasks, and responsibilities of medical transcriptions; proofreading skills; common Greek and Latin prefixes, roots, and suffixes used in medical terminology; medical abbreviations; and the use of transcription equipment. The program also includes career research and development.

For Gainful Employment program information, please visit www.elcamino.edu/academics/divisions/health-care/.

### Required Courses:

| Course | Title | Units |
| --- | --- | --- |
| ALH 501 | Medical Transcription | 0 |
| HDEV 504 | Introduction to Career and Life Planning | 0 |

**Total Hours: 72**