Medical Terminology
The purpose of this award is to equip the learner with the knowledge, skill and competence in the range of medial terminology applicable and relevant specifically to a medical receptionist or secretarial role in a medical practice, clinic and or hospital context. Learners must have good working knowledge of Microsoft Word and competent keyboard skills.
| Award Name | Level 5 Component Award (Level 5 NFQ) |
|---|---|
| NFQ Classification | Minor |
| Awarding Body | QQI |
| NFQ Level | Level 5 NFQ |
| Award Name | NFQ Classification | Awarding Body | NFQ Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| Level 5 Component Award (Level 5 NFQ) | Minor | QQI | Level 5 NFQ |
Duration
11 Weeks Monday & Wednesday 6.30 - 9.30
Entry Requirements
Education: Applicants should have achieved a QQI Level 4 major award or equivalent.
Aptitude: Good communication skills are essential, including verbal and written command of the English language. CERFL proficiency at B2 is required for access to this course for those whose first language is not English.
Previous Experience: N/A
Further information
Start Date 14/09/2026
End Date 23/11/2026
Learning Outcomes
Learners will be able to:
1 Examine a range of medical terminology required by a medical receptionist or secretary within a general medical practice and or specialist medical practice context
2 Explore current relevant legislation regarding Health Services in Ireland
3 Describe the sources of information available to the medical receptionist or secretary
4 Examine the importance of using correct medial terminology in communicating with patients and medial practitioners
5 Apply medical pronunciation and spelling correctly
6 Define medical abbreviations used in medical investigations and diagnosis
7 Define medical terminology associated with the medical specialities carried out in a large general hospital
8 Define medical terms used in medical reports and summaries
9 Use correct medical terminology in a wide range of specialities; when dealing with both patients and medial practitioners
10 Assemble and prepare X-ray reports
11 Prepare final medical reports; ensuring the use of appropriate terminology, language and format.
Medical Terminology (5N2428)
Medical Terminology (5N2428)
Contact
Evening Course Recruitment
Phone: 01 4275400
Email: taevening@ddletb.ie