Education experience of a medical transcriptionist

Many employers prefer to hire transcriptionists who have completed postsecondary training in medical transcription. Strong writing and computer skills are also a must for medical transcriptionists. Institutions such as vocational schools, community colleges and distance-learning programs offer training in medical transcription. Depending on the school you choose, you may be able to complete a two-year associate degree program or a one-year certificate program.

Within many of these programs, you’ll complete coursework in subjects such as:

• Anatomy
• Medical terminology
• Legal issues relating to the healthcare field
• English grammar and punctuation

Many of these programs also include an externship or on-the-job experience portion. You’ll get to experience a true day in the life of a medical transcriptionist and build the real-world skills you’ll use in your own career.