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MT Advantage Career Center

Workbook to Accompany On-Line Expert MT Course

Table of Contents

Introduction

Resource Library

Edit Profile

Student Forums

MTACC Staff Contact Information

Medical Trivia

How This Course Works

Module 1- Getting Started

Module 2- MT Basics

Module 3- Grammar and Punctuation

Module 4- Using Your Computer

Module 5- Learning the Medical Language

Module 6- Integumentary

Module 7- Skeletal

Module 8- Muscles and Joints

Module 9- Nervous

Module 10- Blood and Lymphatics

Module 11- Laboratory and Pathology

Module 12- Cardiovascular

Module 13- RespiratoryMT Advantage Career Center. Copyright 2004-2008. All Rights Reserved.

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Module 14- Digestive

Module 15- Endocrine

Module 16- Special Senses

Module 17- Urinary

Module 18- Male Reproductive

Module 19- Female Reproductive

Module 20- Obstetrics

Module 21- Child Health

Module 22- Radiology and Diagnostic Imaging

Module 23- Oncology

Module 24- Pharmacology

Module 25- Mental Health

Module 26- Gerontology

Module 27- Beginning Medical Transcription

Module 28- Intermediate Medical Transcription

Module 29- Advanced Medical Transcription

Module 30- Preparing for Employment

Final Exam

Work Simulation Program

Job Placement


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Introduction

Welcome to MT Advantage! You’ve made a great choice in quality MT education. We want you to get the most out of your learning experience in our program. Medical Transcription is an exciting field with a lot of opportunities waiting for well-trained graduates. Working at home is the dream of many of our students. Many others want the flexibility or potential excellent income that MT offers. Just remember, whatever your reason for wanting to pursue MT, your goal is attainable!

Please follow along in this editable workbook as you move through the course. This workbook and your initial e-mail will serve as your first source of information. It will be your guide throughout the program. In this workbook and the Student Forum you will find the answers to most of your questions regarding the course, and we will point you to where you can find other answers on our forums. So, when you have a question or feel confused, first open your workbook and see if the answer is here. Additionally, your workbook will serve as place that you can take notes throughout the program, and will guide you through each chapter of the course. You will find lists to check off as you go through the course so that you will never be confused as to where you last left off in your training.

As you move through the on-line modules you will see many links that are highlighted. These links take you to interesting articles that will give you more detailed information about the subject being studied. Take time to read some or most of these articles. Remember, the more medical content that you understand, the better MT you will become. Also, when you come across words that are highlighted in the course, click on them and you will be able to hear audio pronunciations of those words.

Course Link: Please refer to your Welcome Letter for the course link. Write it here: ___________________________________________________.

Resource Library

We have a very comprehensive resource library built into the on-line course. When you first reach the sign-on page of the course website, there will be a link that you can click on that will take you to the Resource Library section under the Main Menu on the left. Please make sure you use this section of the course to your benefit. You will be able to research the spelling of terms and hear pronunciations using the Resource Library. You will also find a lot of interesting medical articles and medical resource links here and throughout the medical modules (Modules 6-26) as well.


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Edit Profile

When you first sign into the course with the above link, it is a good idea to change your password and edit your profile. You can do that by clicking on your name in the upper right hand corner of the Main screen.

Student Forum

You may be wondering what you would do if you had a technical question, such as you are not hearing sound when you reach the website audio files. On our student board you will find a Technical Forum, and this is where you will be able to search for answers to questions of this nature.

http://mtaccstudent.invisionzone.com/

You can reach the Student Forum by clicking the link above or on the link in the tool bar located at the top of your screen on the right called Student Forum. Then click on Student Forum.

Be sure to save the Student Forum in your Favorites so you can access it easily.

You will need to register and be approved before you can read the Student Forum so be sure to do that right away. Please use the e-mail address that you signed up in the course with so we can identify you quickly. You will need a username and password, so be sure to keep that in a safe place.

When you have a question, please first search the Student Forum to see if your question has been asked before. If you do not find your question there, then post your question to the correct forum and you check back shortly. Usually we are able to give a fast reply. We have a FAQ list on the student website which may contain both your question and answer, so make sure you check on our Technical page and the FAQ page.

Also, at the Student Forum above you will find many different message boards that are available to our students, mentors, instructors and graduates. Get to know your fellow students and share the joy of learning together. There are contests and games on the forums periodically to reinforce your learning and to make it fun! The Student Forum also includes chat rooms where you can meet and talk with other students or play medical trivia. Get involved with your school and make this a memorable time in your life.

You’ll want to keep up with announcements and additions to the course as we create, add, and install them. The announcements are made on the Student Forum. Because we don’t want you to receive e-mails that do not pertain to you, the Student Forum is our primary way of contacting all the students at once.


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http://mtaccstudent.invisionzone.com/

MTACC Staff Contact Information

If you ever have any questions about the course, about MT in general, technical issues, etc. and have not found an answer on the forums or on the FAQ pages, then please post your question on the appropriate forum. If it is urgent, please e-mail the office at ([email protected] ) or call us toll free at (877) 336-8222. We want all of our students to understand that we are with you every step of the way throughout your training.

We have an open door policy. Below is our contact information.

Margery Hinman, CMT, [email protected]

MT Advantage [email protected]

Address: 6432 Golf Club RoadGloucester, VA 23061

Phone: Toll Free 877-336-8222Direct Line: 804-695-2100

Fax: 804-824-9813

Medical Trivia

MT Advantage Career Center is working with Quia to design our own personalized medical trivia games. In the meantime, here are some other good medical trivia games to try:

http://www.quia.com/shared/med/

Be sure to also check our Student Forum under Great Links to Have to find other games and fun sites related to medical trivia.


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http://www.quia.com/shared/med/

mailto:[email protected]


Chat ClassesPlease join us every Thursday evening at 9:00 p.m. Eastern time for a chat class. This is extra training time that may help you better understand a subject and have the ability to ask questions live. The link is located just to the upper right of the Student Forum, and the exact times and days, if deviated from the above, are posted on the Student Forum.

Note that every Thursday night at 9:00 p.m. EST is Student Chat night except in the summer months and holidays. Participation is optional although this is when instructors and mentors will join in with students and graduates to talk about some area pertinent to transcription. Many students have said that this hour or so is a wonderful investment of time because of the practical information they learn.


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How This Course Works

The MT Advantage Program is designed generally into 2 parts:

First is the online portion which consists of the following:2 MT basics modules1 extensive grammar and punctuation module1 computer module consisting of computer and Internet courses through Learn21 comprehensive medical suffixes, prefixes and root words module20 medical specialty modules1 final comprehensive exam (online material)

The second half of the course consists of the following:Modules 27, 28 and 29 which are transcription modules. In these modules you transcribe from one of three SUM CDs which we send to you along with a foot pedal. You will send the work back to the school as instructed for grading and comments.Module 30 which is the employment moduleAdvanced Practice Dictation (in which we work with you one-on-one)Final comprehensive exam (transcription)

The first half of the course (the online material) contains numerous self-tests and a final exam at the end of each module. These self tests and final exams are for your benefit only and do not contribute towards your overall grade. They are designed so that you may test yourself to assess your knowledge of that module’s content. You may take these self-tests and exams as many times as you like, until you feel you have mastered the content. However, we strongly recommend a grade of 90 or above on every exam before continuing on to the next module.

The foot pedal is yours to keep as long as you finish the program. If you decide not to finish this program, you must return this pedal to us.

Along with your course material, we hope you will participate regularly in discussions in the Student Forum as well as in the chat room. Extra credit may be given on the final exams according to class participation in these areas.

Also along with the course material, you are expected to read at least some of the medical articles that accompany each medical module. Outside reading of medical material is also encouraged in your spare time. Right now, you are building your foundation of medical knowledge, so keep reading all you can!

Note: Our goal is to create a wonderful learning environment for you with up to date resources. If you happen to find a link inside our course or student forum that is inoperable, PLEASE send it to us ([email protected]) so that we can update our course.


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IMPORTANT: You will get out of this course exactly what you are willing to put into it. It is possible to “cheat” and skip these tests and exams. However, you will only hurt yourself in the long run, and you will NOT be able to pass our end of course Final Exam. We have seen it happen before, so please be sure to follow the instructions for the course as you go along and don’t skip anything.

Touch Base

Throughout the first half of the course (the online material), you will see the Touch Base reminder. Touch Base is a program where we need to hear from you as to your status, how you are doing in the course, any questions, concerns, frustrations, compliments or general comments you might have about your work or the coursework. Extra credit may be given to students who complete each Touch Base within the online portion. You will find a reminder for the Touch Base every fifth module beginning with Module 5.

Near the end of the first half of the program, at the beginning of Module 25, we have posted a reminder for you to send the Equipment Rental form from this workbook so that we may send you the foot pedal and SUM CDs for your transcription practice. These CDs are sent to you on loan only and must be returned upon leaving the course or after graduation. Note that even though the Equipment Lease agreement states that a fee is charged, we do not assess the fee unless the CDs are not returned. If you do not graduate, then we must have the footpedal back as well. Complete instructions for requesting these materials and returning them are located in the module 25, giving you enough time to request them and have them shipped before you actually need them.

Shipments

Along with your online course access, you will be sent a shipment of other items such as reference materials and other learning items. Please follow the above guidelines for installing or using these items:

Typing Tutorial – Please install immediately and use this to build up your typing speed as you complete the first half of the course (the online portion). You should aim for a goal of at least 50 wpm. (If you are already at this level, try setting a higher goal for yourself.)

Medical Spellchecker – Please do not install until the second half of the course. (Module 29) If you have made a partial down payment, you may receive the spellchecker at a later date.


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Quick Look Drug List (Excel file) – This is a comprehensive list of drug names which can be viewed only with the Excel viewer (or the Excel program itself.) If you do not have Excel on your computer, you may install the Excel viewer which is also available as a download in the Resource Library and can also be found in the Pharmacology module. Please install this drug file at that time as per the instructions found there. Keep in mind, both the drug list and word lists are designed so that you can add terms to it anytime you like.

MT Advantage Word List (Excel file) – This is a comprehensive list of terminology which can be viewed only with the Excel viewer (or the Excel program itself.) If you do not have Excel on your computer, you may install the Excel viewer which is available as a download in the Student Resources section. Then please download the Word List file itself from the Resource Library as you will be using it extensively within both portions of the program. Keep in mind, both the drug list and word lists are designed so that you can add terms to it anytime you like.

Medical Flash Cards – These flash cards are meant to be used right away to help you learn suffixes, prefixes and root words. We suggest you keep a batch with you at all times in your purse or pocket so that you can practice with them while you are away from your computer. It is strongly recommended that you learn all 1000 terms by the time you graduate from the course. You will find suggestions for studying the flash cards in the Student Forum.

AAMT/AHDI Book of Style – This is the style guide for the medical transcription industry. You will be using it extensively within both major portions of the program. We suggest at some point before you begin transcription practice that you read this book cover to cover. You will need to know it to pass our Final Exam and employers’ tests for employment purposes. Don’t worry if it looks overwhelming – you’ll be used to the rules and such by the time you graduate. (Even if you can’t remember it all, you’ll still have the book for reference purposes.)

Medical Transcription Techniques and Procedures – This book is an excellent resource which you will be using extensively with the first few modules of the online course. It’s okay to skip those modules for now until you get your materials shipped to you. Just keep the momentum going. Once you get the book, we suggest you schedule a time to sit down and read the entire book. Some of the early modules refer you directly to certain paragraphs for more reading exercise.

Please note it is NOT necessary to do the exercises in this book. Everything you need to know is already in the online portion of the course.


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The Independent Medical Transcriptionist – This book is an excellent resource for starting your own medical transcription business. So as not to confuse you, we ask that you put this book aside until you reach Module 30 (Employment Module) or even after graduation. Nothing in this book is included in the exam material for the course. If you have made a partial payment, you may receive this book at a later date.

Medical Atlas of the Human Body – This book is a resource book to be used in conjunction with the medical modules. There are no assignments using this book since it is used as a resource only. All the anatomy and physiology training is already included inside the online modules.

Sloane’s Medical Word Book – You will use this reference book extensively once you begin the online medical modules as well as during the entire second half of the course. It’s used as a reference tool only.

The Remainder of This WorkbookWe have made the rest of the workbook here a list of assignments that we suggest you do to learn the online portion of the course (the first half). You can print off this workbook for insertion into a 3-ring binder or you can simply save it to your hard drive to access that way.

You will see boxes on the pages that follow which you may use to check off when you complete the material. You may also write notes within the margins or in the space provided if you have material that you wish to go back and study more at a later date. The workbook is for your reference only, and you will not be sharing your notes with anyone, so feel free to make all the notes you need.

NOTE: If you have not received your shipment or have only received a partial shipment, feel free to make a note of the Module or Lessons you skipped and simply go back to them later after you have received your materials. Please allow 3- 4 weeks for your shipment to arrive, although it usually doesn’t take that long.

Final Note

It's very tempting to get hung up on doing all the exercises in the books! Right now, as new students, we understand you are attempting to do your very best -- to learn the material properly -- and to learn it as quickly as possible. It is understandable that you want to do the exercises to get out of it all that you can, and I know we have several perfectionists in the course (and I'm glad!) who are crossing every T and dotting every i. That's the good news.

The truth of the matter is ... it would take you a LONG time to complete the course if you MT Advantage Career Center. Copyright 2004-2008. All Rights Reserved.

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were to do every single assignment, read every single article, listen to every single audio pronunciation, read every single thing on the Internet you find, etc.

What we need you to understand is that we have mentored hundreds of students and have seen just about every possible scenario. We already know which modules are going to give you trouble and which assignments you're going to have a hard time with. We know that those of you just beginning to transcribe are worrying about commas, and those of you who aren't transcribing yet are worrying about when you do get started if you're going to be able to do it okay. We know you have to take care of a family, a house, a husband/wife, children, pets, in-laws, and a myriad of other demands at the same time you take the course. It's completely understandable.

What we’d like you to realize, however, is that this program has not only extensive content, but also a psychological aspect to it. In putting the course together, it was necessary for us to do extensive research on HOW adults learn best, how they PREFER to learn, what SYSTEMS make for better learning, etc. A lot of that psychology went into the creation of this course.

After much experience with new students who are just beginning their working careers, what this course contains is actually the nuts and bolts of what students really need in order to be successful. The important points are reiterated throughout the program, so if you do happen to miss an important point early on, don’t worry. It will be repeated. Just try not to create more work for yourself by doing outside work, book exercises not required, etc. Just follow these instructions and you’ll get the course finished in the fastest time possible.

In other words, please try to stick to the course outline as much as possible. It has been written in such a way to maximize your efficiency and your knowledge without having you spend too much time on details that just aren't important. In fact, if there is something you COULD do wrong, it would be to spend TOO MUCH time on the modules and not enough time on the transcription portion of the course which should take up at least 50% of your overall time spent in the program.

Of course, if you don't MIND spending the extra time, it certainly isn't going to hurt you one bit! But keep in mind that it might take a little bit longer to do it that way.

We promise by the time you graduate, you will have amassed a great MT education just by following the student workbook, and we would caution against taking on other studies or self-assignments right now so that you don't get discouraged at the length of time it takes to get where you want to be at the time you want to be there. Do not attempt to recreate the wheel by doing extra assignments or extraneous things – it just isn’t necessary.


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Trust the System – It has worked for many, many others and it WILL WORK FOR YOU!


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Module 1 – Getting Started

In this module you will learn everything you need to get started in the MT profession. Just check off each assignment as it’s done, and you’ll always stay organized!

Assignment Date NotesComplete lesson 1 in the on-line course. Perform the self-test(s). Complete lesson 2 in the on-line course. Perform the self-test(s). Complete lesson 3 in the on-line course. Perform the self-test(s). Complete lesson 4 in the on-line course. Perform the self-test(s). Complete lesson 5 in the on-line course. Perform the self-test(s). Complete lesson 6 in the on-line course. Perform the self-test(s). Complete lesson 7 in the on-line course. Perform the self-test(s). Complete lesson 8 in the on-line course. Perform the self-test(s). Complete lesson 9 in the on-line course. Perform the self-test(s). Complete lesson 10 in the on-line course. Perform the self-test(s).Complete lesson 11 in the on-line course. Perform the self-test(s). Complete Final Exam 1 in the on-line course. Complete Final Exam 2 in the on-line course. Complete Final Exam 3 in the on-line course.


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Module 2 – MT Basics

Assignment Date NotesRead AAMT Book of Style (BOS) for a review of the following: Page 493 — Sample Medical ReportsRead AAMT Book of Style (BOS) for a review of the following: Page 3 — Types, Formats and TATsRead AAMT Book of Style (BOS) for a review of the following: Page 23 — Editing the RecordRead AAMT Book of Style (BOS) for a review of the following: Page 35 — Record Privacy, Security and IntegrityRead Medical Transcription Techniques and Procedures for a review of the following: Chapter 1 – Career Role and ResponsibilitiesRead Medical Transcription Techniques and Procedures for a review of the following: Chapter 2 – Tools of TranscriptionRead Medical Transcription Techniques and Procedures for a review of the following: Chapter 8 – Using Reference BooksRead Medical Transcription Techniques and Procedures for a review of the following: Chapter 11 – Medical Chart Notes and Progress NotesRead Medical Transcription Techniques and Procedures for a review of the following: Chapter 12 – Preparation of a History and PhysicalRead Medical Transcription Techniques and Procedures for a review of the following: Chapter 13 – Preparation of Miscellaneous Medical Reports Read AAMT BOS for a review of the following: Page 227 — Measurement & Quantitation


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Module 2 – Continued

Complete lesson 1 in the on-line course. Perform the self-test(s). Complete lesson 2 in the on-line course. Perform the self-test(s). Complete lesson 3 in the on-line course. Perform the self-test(s). Complete lesson 4 in the on-line course. Perform the self-test(s). Complete lesson 5 in the on-line course. Perform the self-test(s). Complete lesson 6 in the on-line course. Perform the self-test(s). Complete lesson 7 in the on-line course. Perform the self-test(s).Complete lesson 8 in the on-line course. Perform the self-test(s). Complete lesson 9 in the on-line course. Perform the self-test(s). Complete lesson 10 in the on-line course. Perform the self-test(s). Complete lesson 11 in the on-line course. Perform the self-test(s). Complete lesson 12 in the on-line course. Perform the self-test(s). Complete lesson 13 in the on-line course. Perform the self-test(s). Complete lesson 14 in the on-line course. Perform the self-test(s).Complete Final Exam 1 in the on-line course. Complete Final Exam 2 in the on-line course. Complete Final Exam 3 in the on-line course.


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Module 3 – Grammar & Punctuation

In this module you will review English grammar and punctuation. It is very important for a medical transcriptionist to have impeccable grammar skills.

Assignment Date NotesRead Medical Transcription Techniques and Procedures for a review of the following: Chapter 3 – Transcription GuidelinesRead Medical Transcription Techniques and Procedures for a review of the following: Chapter 4 – CapitalizationRead Medical Transcription Techniques and Procedures for a review of the following: Chapter 5 – Transcribing Numbers, Figures, and AbbreviationsRead Medical Transcription Techniques and Procedures for a review of the following: Chapter 10 – Grammar PracticeRead AAMT Book of Style on CD (BOS) for a review of the following: Page 145 -- CapitalizationRead AAMT BOS for a review of the following: Page 57 -- GrammarRead AAMT BOS for a review of the following: Page 81 -- UsageRead AAMT BOS for a review of the following: Page 103 PunctuationRead AAMT BOS for a review of the following: Page 145 -- CapitalizationRead AAMT BOS for a review of the following: Page 169 – Plurals and Possessives. Read AAMT BOS for a review of the following: Page 193 -- Abbreviations


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Module 3 - Continued

Read AAMT BOS for a review of the following: Page 509 — Verbatim Transcription.Complete lesson 1 in the on-line course. Perform the self-test(s). Complete lesson 2 in the on-line course. Perform the self-test(s). Complete lesson 3 in the on-line course. Perform the self-test(s). Complete lesson 4 in the on-line course. Perform the self-test(s). Complete lesson 5 in the on-line course. Perform the self-test(s). Complete lesson 6 in the on-line course. Perform the self-test(s). Complete lesson 7 in the on-line course. Perform the self-test(s). Complete lesson 8 in the on-line course. Perform the self-test(s). Complete lesson 9 in the on-line course. Perform the self-test(s). Complete lesson 10 in the on-line course. Perform the self-test(s). Complete lesson 11 in the on-line course. Perform the self-test(s). Complete lesson 12 in the on-line course. Perform the self-test(s). Complete lesson 13 in the on-line course. Perform the self-test(s). Complete lesson 14 in the on-line course. Perform the self-test(s). Complete lesson 15 in the on-line course. Perform the self-test(s). Complete lesson 16 in the on-line course. Perform the self-test(s). Complete lesson 17 in the on-line course. Perform the self-test(s). Complete lesson 18 in the on-line course. Perform the self-test(s). Complete lesson 19 in the on-line course. Perform the self-test(s).


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Complete lesson 20 in the on-line course. Perform the self-test(s). Complete lesson 21 in the on-line course. Perform the self-test(s). Complete lesson 22 in the on-line course. Perform the self-test(s). Complete lesson 23 in the on-line course. Perform the self-test(s). Complete lesson 24 in the on-line course. Complete Final Exam 1 in the on-line course. Complete Final Exam 2 in the on-line course. Complete Final Exam 3 in the on-line course.


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Module 4 – Using Your Computer


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Welcome to Module 4! This Module is to help make you computer savvy — a trait and skill that will be invaluable to you in your transcription career and even in everyday life!

You will find this Module to be self-explanatory. When you log-in to Learn2, use the log-in information that was sent in your Welcome letter.

The Learn2 website will keep track for you automatically of which courses you have completed and which have not been completed. Depending on your computer level, you may or may not need all the courses.

Note: Reviewing these computer courses is NOT mandatory. We DO recommend you at least review Beginning, Intermediate and Advanced MS Word. Other than that, please do the courses that you want to learn, such as Repair and Maintenance of your computer, but know that they are not mandatory for you to do.

You have up to one year to complete these courses.

Please check the FAQs for any questions or post questions on the Student Forum.

Troubleshooting Installation of Learn2

Note that you must have all pop-up blockers turned off, as the course opens and plays in a separate window that blockers think is a pop-up which prevents it from functioning.

You may also need to follow the instructions below to enable your ActiveX Controls:

Click Start, then locate and click on Control Panel. Double-click on the icon labeled "Internet Options" (or, in the browser, click "Tools," then "Internet Options").

In the Internet Options box, click the Security tab at the top, then click the button for "Custom Level". Note the settings for the category "ActiveX Controls and Plugins," which should relate to the ActiveX Controls. All should be set to Enable or Prompt, just so they are not on Disable. Click OK, and answer Yes to confirm any changes.

Click OK in the Internet Options box to close it.

If your PC is "Looking for Netscape" that is a clue that you may have been using FireFox or some other browser. The Stream Player is only compatible with Internet Explorer; you need to use IE 6 or 7 in order for the player to function properly. What happens is when the Learn2 system detects that you are NOT using Internet Explorer, it defaults to the player installer for the only other version it will work with, which is Netscape versions 4 through 6. (Netscape 7 and above will not work, either.) Also, the player will not work on a Mac unless it is running the older OS 8 or 9 operating system (not the current OS X).

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Assignments Date NotesRead Assignment 1 in the on-line course. Do the Learn2 course entitled Maintaining Your PCPart 1.Do the Learn2 course entitled Maintaining Your PC Part 2.Read Assignment 2 in the on-line course. Do the Learn2 course entitled What is the Internet?Do the Learn2 course entitled Discover the Internet.Do the Learn2 course entitled Getting the Most out of the Internet.Do the Learn2 course entitled Introducing the Internet.Do the Learn2 course entitled Internet Explorer 5.0.Read Assignment 3 in the on-line course. Do the Learn2 course. entitled PC Maintenance—Doing It Yourself.Do the Learn2 course entitled Build Your Own Computer.Do the Learn2 course entitled PC Maintenance—Upgrading Your PC.Do the Learn2 course entitled PC Maintenance—Sound and Video.Do the Learn2 course entitled Getting Started with PCs.Do the Learn2 course entitled PC Maintenance — Preventive Measures.Read Assignment 4 in the on-line course. Do the Learn2 course entitled Windows (and choose whichever version of Windows you have).Do the Learn2 courses entitled Microsoft Word (and choose whichever version of Word you have).

Module 5 – Learning Medical Language


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Assignments Date NotesRead lesson 1 in the on-line course. Begin using your Flash cards.Complete lesson 2 in the on-line course. Perform the self-test(s). Complete lesson 3 in the on-line course. Perform the self-test(s). Complete lesson 4 in the on-line course. Perform the self-test(s). Complete lesson 5 in the on-line course. Perform the self-test(s). Complete lesson 6 in the on-line course. Perform the self-test(s). Test yourself with the Flash cards. See how many you can memorize. Complete Final Exam 1 in the on-line course. Complete Final Exam 2 in the on-line course. Complete Final Exam 3 in the on-line course.

Welcome to Module 5! Some transcription instructors consider Module 5 to be the most important module in this course. Some consider it to be just as important as learning to transcribe. Either way, learning the medical language is vital to your career as a medical transcriptionist. Unlike some of our other modules, this module should not be skimmed, especially the on-line lessons, but rather absorbed thoroughly to provide a good foundation for your future career. Stay in this module until you feel comfortable you have mastered the information. Remember to check the FAQs for questions or post on the Student Forum if you have questions.

Module 6 – Integumentary System

In this module, you will learn about the skin and its disorders.

Assignment Date NotesRead AAMT BOS for a review of the following: Page 365 Dermatology/Allergy.Complete lesson 1 in the on-line course. Perform the self-test(s).

Complete lesson 2 in the on-line course. Perform the self-test(s).












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Complete lesson 16 in the on-line course.


For lesson 18 in the on-line course, type the sentence clips in self-test 1.













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Complete Final Exam 1 in the on-line course.



Complete Final Exam 4 in the On-line course.


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Module 7 – Skeletal System

In this module you will learn a lot about anatomy and the human skeleton. Pay special attention to all of the pictures and diagrams in both your textbook and on-line material.

Assignment Date NotesRead AAMT BOS for a review of the following: Page 381 -- Orthopedics














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For lesson 22 in the on-line course, type the sentence clips in self-test 10
















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Module 8 – Muscles and Joints

In this module you will learn a lot about the muscular system. Pay attention to the location, function, and proper spelling of each major muscle.

Assignment Date NotesComplete lesson 1 in the on-line course. Perform the self-test(s).













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Module 9 – Nervous System

Welcome to the nervous system module! Don’t forget to read the interesting articles at the end of every module. It’s important to learn as much medical information as you can to become the most productive MT.

Assignment Date NotesRead AAMT BOS for a review of the following: Page 390 – Neurology.














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Complete Final Exam 4 in theon-line course.


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Module 10 – Blood & Lymphatics

This module is packed with information on different diseases and conditions of the blood. Make sure you take time to read the interesting articles at the end.

Assignment Date NotesRead AAMT BOS for a review of the following: Page 343 -- Hematology














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Module 11- Laboratory & Pathology

Welcome to Lab and Path! Be sure to visit the Student Forum regularly for in-depth discussions about the course.

Assignment Date NotesRead AAMT BOS for a review of the following: Page 423 – Organisms and Pathogens.Complete lesson 1 in the on-line course. Perform the self-test(s).Complete lesson 2 in the on-line course. Perform the self-test(s).Complete lesson 3 in the on-line course. Perform the self-test(s).Complete lesson 4 in the on-line course. Perform the self-test(s).Complete lesson 5 in the on-line course. Perform the self-test(s).Complete lesson 6 in the on-line course. Perform the self-test(s).Complete lesson 7 in the on-line course. Perform the self-test(s).Complete lesson 8 in the on-line course. Perform the self-test(s).Complete lesson 9 in the on-line course. Perform the self-test(s).Complete lesson 10 in the on-line course. Perform the self-test(s).Complete lesson 11 in the on-line course. Perform the self-test(s).Complete lesson 12 in the on-line course. Perform the self-test(s).Complete lesson 13 in the on-line course. Perform the self-test(s).Complete lesson 14 in the on-line course. Perform the self-test(s).Complete lesson 15 in the on-line course. Perform the self-test(s).Complete lesson 16 in the on-line course. Perform the self-test(s).Complete lesson 17 in the on-line course. Perform the self-test(s).Complete lesson 18 in the on-line


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course. Perform the self-test(s).Complete lesson 19 in the on-line course.


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Complete Final Exam 1 in the on-line course. Complete Final Exam 2 in the on-line course. Complete Final Exam 3 in the on-line course. Complete Final Exam 4 in the on-line course.


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Module 12 - Cardiovascular

Welcome to the cardiology module. Many MTs find this to be a difficult specialty to learn. Pay close attention to all of the terminology involved in this module.


















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Module 13 – Respiratory System

Welcome to the Respiratory system module. In this module, you will learn a lot about the lungs and diseases of the lungs.

Assignment Date NotesRead AAMT BOS for a review of the following: Page 441 – Pulmonary/Respiratory.Complete lesson 1 in the on-line course. Perform the self-test(s).


Complete lesson 3 in the on-line course. Perform the self-test(s Complete lesson 19 in the on-line course). Complete lesson 4 in the on-line course. Perform the self-test(s).












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Module 14 – Digestive System

Welcome to the Digestive system module. Remember, to read the interesting articles at the end of each module. In this module, you will learn all about the digestive system from anatomy to disease processes.

















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Module 15 – Endocrine System

In this module you will learn about the endocrine system- anatomy, glands, hormones and disease processes. Remember that the more medical content you retain during your studies the more productive medical transcriptionist you will be. One way to learn detailed medical content about each of the medical specialties is to read the articles at the end of every module.

Assignment Date NotesRead AAMT BOS for a review of the following: Page 453 – Diabetes Terms and Classifications.Complete lesson 1 in the on-line course. Perform the self-test(s).














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Module 16 – Special SensesComplete lesson 17 in the on-line course. Perform the self-test(s).














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Assignment Date NotesRead AAMT BOS for a review of the following: Page 417 – Ophthalmology.
























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Module 17 – Urinary System

Welcome to the urinary system! Here you will learn all about the anatomy and function of the male and female urinary system.

















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Complete Final Exam 3 in the on-line course. Complete Final Exam 4 in the on-line course.


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Module 18 – Male Reproductive

Welcome to the Male reproductive system! In this module you will about the anatomy, function and diseases of the male reproductive system.

















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Module 19 – Female Reproductive

Welcome to the female reproductive system! Here you will learn all about the anatomy, function and disease processes of the female reproductive system.

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Module 20 – Obstetrics

This is the Obstetrics module! Here you will learn all about pregnancy and its complications. Pay special attention to the vocabulary words at the end of this module.

Assignment Date NotesRead AAMT BOS for a review of the following: Page 401 – Obstetrics and Gynecology.Complete lesson 1 in the on-line course. Perform the self-test(s).















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Module 21 – Child Health

In the child health module you will learn all about the common diseases and disorders that are common in childhood.

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Module 22 – Radiology

In this module you will learn all about the specialty of radiology. Pay special attention to all of the different techniques and procedures presented in this module.

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Module 23 – Oncology

Welcome to the oncology module! This module is about cancer and its treatment. It is very important to pay close attention to the terminology used in this module.

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Module 24 – Pharmacology

In this module you will learn all about drugs! Pay attention to spelling and capitalization as it pertains to the different medications. Also, take notice of what common drugs are prescribed for common diseases.

Assignment Date NotesDownload the MT Advantage Quick Look Drug list and the accompanying instructions to your desktop. Read and review.Read AAMT BOS for a review of the following: Page 293 – Pharmacology.Complete lesson 1 in the on-line course. Perform the self-test(s).Complete lesson 2 in the on-line course. Perform the self-test(s).Complete lesson 3 in the on-line course. Perform the self-test(s).Complete lesson 4 in the on-line course. Perform the self-test(s).Complete lesson 5 in the on-line course. Perform the self-test(s).Complete lesson 6in the on-line course. Perform the self-test(s).Complete lesson 7 in the on-line course. Perform the self-test(s).Complete lesson 8 in the on-line course. Perform the self-test(s).Complete lesson 9 in the on-line course. Perform the self-test(s).Complete lesson 10 in the on-line course. Perform the self-test(s).Complete lesson 11 in the on-line course. Complete lesson 12 in the on-line course. Complete lesson 13 in the on-line course. For lesson 14 in the on-line course, type the sentence clips in self-test 1.For lesson 14 in the on-line course, type the sentence clips in self-test 2.


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Module 24 – Pharmacology

For lesson 14 in the on-line course, type the sentence clips in self-test 4.For lesson 14 in the on-line course, type the sentence clips in self-test 5.For lesson 14 in the on-line course, type the sentence clips in self-test 6.For lesson 14 in the on-line course, type the sentence clips in self-test 7.For lesson 14 in the on-line course, type the sentence clips in self-test 8.For lesson 14 in the on-line course, type the sentence clips in self-test 9.For lesson 14 in the on-line course, type the sentence clips in self-test 10.For lesson 14 in the on-line course, type the sentence clips in self-test 11.For lesson 14 in the on-line course, type the sentence clips in self-test 12.For lesson 14 in the on-line course, type the sentence clips in self-test 13.For lesson 14 in the on-line course, type the sentence clips in self-test 14.For lesson 14 in the on-line course, type the sentence clips in self-test 15.For lesson 14 in the on-line course, type the sentence clips in self-test 16.For lesson 14 in the on-line course, type the sentence clips in self-test 17.For lesson 14 in the on-line course, type the sentence clips in self-test 18.For lesson 14 in the on-line course, type the sentence clips in self-test 19.


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For lesson 14 in the on-line course, type the sentence clips in self-test 20.Complete Final Exam 1 in the on-line course. Complete Final Exam 2 in the on-line course. Complete Final Exam 3 in the on-line course. Complete Final Exam 4 in the on-line course.


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Module 25 – Mental Health

Welcome to the mental health module! In this module you will learn about a lot of different psychiatric conditions. It is important to pay attention to references made to the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders IV R-V. Additionally, pay attention to which axis each mental disorder would be recorded under.

Assignment Date NotesPrint out the Equipment Lease Agreement from this Workbook and fax to our office as per the instructions. Read AAMT BOS for a review of the following: Page 435 – Psychiatry.Complete lesson 1 in the on-line course. Perform the self-test(s).Complete lesson 2 in the on-line course. Perform the self-test(s).Complete lesson 3 in the on-line course. Perform the self-test(s).Complete lesson 4 in the on-line course. Perform the self-test(s).Complete lesson 5 in the on-line course. Perform the self-test(s).Complete lesson 6 in the on-line course. Perform the self-test(s).Complete lesson 7 in the on-line course. Perform the self-test(s).Complete lesson 8 in the on-line course. Perform the self-test(s).Complete lesson 9 in the on-line course. Perform the self-test(s).Complete lesson 10 in the on-line course. Perform the self-test(s).Complete lesson 11 in the on-line course. Review Lesson.Complete lesson 12 in the on-line course. Review Lesson.Complete lesson 13 in the on-line course. Review Lesson.Complete lesson 14 in the on-line course. Review Lesson.Complete lesson 15 in the on-line course. Review Lesson.


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Complete lesson 17 in the on-line course. Review Lesson. Complete lesson 18 in the on-line course. Review Lesson.For lesson 19 in the on-line course, type the sentence clips in self-test 1.For lesson 19 in the on-line course, type the sentence clips in self-test 2.For lesson 19 in the on-line course, type the sentence clips in self-test 3.For lesson 19 in the on-line course, type the sentence clips in self-test 4.For lesson 19 in the on-line course, type the sentence clips in self-test 5.For lesson 19 in the on-line course, type the sentence clips in self-test 6.For lesson 19 in the on-line course, type the sentence clips in self-test 7.For lesson 19 in the on-line course, type the sentence clips in self-test 8.For lesson 19 in the on-line course, type the sentence clips in self-test 9.For lesson 19 in the on-line course, type the sentence clips in self-test 10.For lesson 19 in the on-line course, type the sentence clips in self-test 11.For lesson 19 in the on-line course, type the sentence clips in self-test 12.For lesson 19 in the on-line course, type the sentence clips in self-test 13.For lesson 19 in the on-line course, type the sentence clips in self-test 14.For lesson 19 in the on-line course, type the sentence clips in self-test 15.For lesson 19 in the on-line course, type the sentence clips in self-test 16.


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For lesson 19 in the on-line course, type the sentence clips in self-test 17.For lesson 19 in the on-line course, type the sentence clips in self-test 18.For lesson 19 in the on-line course, type the sentence clips in self-test 19.For lesson 19 in the on-line course, type the sentence clips in self-test 20.Complete Final Exam 1 in the on-line course. Complete Final Exam 2 in the on-line course. Complete Final Exam 3 in the on-line course. Complete Final Exam 4 in the on-line course.


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Getting Ready To Transcribe

The transcription portion of this program is only one module away (Module 27).

Make sure you get a headset (earphones which plug into your computer) within the next few days. You’ll want this to enable you to hear better.

Make sure you have requested your SUM CD and Wav pedal from our office. Use the Lease Agreement in the next few pages to do this.

MT Advantage provides this equipment and training CDs to all students at no additional cost; however, because they are good for training only, the training CDs must be returned upon completion. The Wav pedal is yours to keep once you graduate.

Please find and fill out the form required for requesting your SUM CD and Wav pedal and fax it to MT Advantage toll-free: 804-824-9813. Then mail the hard copy to 6432 Golf Club Road, Gloucester VA 23061. You will receive your shipment within 2-3 weeks.

We will send you the Wav pedal and Beginning SUM CD. Once you finish with the Beginning SUM CD, simply send it back via sturdy, insured mail. Upon receipt, we’ll send you the Intermediate SUM CD. Once you finish with that, send it back via sturdy, insured mail and we’ll send you the Advanced SUM CD.

Once you finish the course, send back the Advanced SUM CD and request your advanced reports. These are what we’ll be working extensively on with you one-on-one to finish polishing up your skills before you begin your job search.

Once you’re approved from there, prepare to take your Final Exam. You’re almost there!


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EQUIPMENT LEASE

THIS EQUIPMENT LEASE ("Lease") is made and effective _______________________, by and between Medical Advantage Career Center, Inc. aka MT Advantage ("Lessor") and (STUDENT

_______________________________________________________________________ ("Lessee").

Lessor desires to lease to Lessee, and Lessee desires to lease from Lessor, certain tangible personal property.

NOW, THEREFORE, in consideration of the mutual covenants and promises hereinafter set forth, the parties hereto agree as follows:

1. Lease.Lessor hereby leases to Lessee, and Lessee hereby leases from Lessor, the following described equipment (the "Equipment"):

1 Wavplayer and accompanying SUM software Value $159.00 and $800 respectively

2. Term.The term of this Lease shall commence on effective date above and shall run for a period not to exceed one year.

3. Shipping.Lessor will pay shipping charges to Lessee, and Lessee shall be responsible for paying the return shipping charges sent via Certified or Registered Mail only.

4. Rent and Payment.The monthly rent for the Equipment shall be paid in installments of $1.00 each month, beginning one month from the effective date above and on each succeeding month throughout the term hereof.

5. Use.Lessee shall use the Equipment in a careful and proper manner and shall comply with and conform to all national, state, municipal, police and other laws, ordinances and regulations in any way relating to the possession, use or maintenance of the Equipment

6. LESSOR DISCLAIMS ANY AND ALL OTHER WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, EXCEPT THAT LESSOR WARRANTS THAT LESSOR HAS THE RIGHT TO LEASE THE EQUIPMENT, AS PROVIDED IN THIS LEASE.


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7. Repairs.Lessee, at its own cost and expense, shall keep the Equipment in good repair, condition and working order and shall furnish any and all parts, mechanisms and devices required to keep the Equipment in good mechanical working order.

8. Loss and Damage.A. Lessee hereby assumes and shall bear the entire risk of loss and damage to the Equipment from any and every cause whatsoever. No loss or damage to the Equipment or any part thereof shall impair any obligation of Lessee under this Lease which shall continue in full force and effect through the term of the Lease.

B. In the event of loss or damage of any kind whatever to the Equipment, Lessee shall, at Lessor's option: (i) Place the same in good repair, condition and working order; or (ii) Replace the same with like equipment in good repair, condition and working order; or (iii) Pay to Lessor the replacement cost of the Equipment via check or credit card deduction.

9. Surrender.Upon the expiration or earlier termination of this Lease, Lessee shall return the Equipment to Lessor in good repair, condition and working order, ordinary wear and tear resulting from proper use thereof alone excepted, by shipping such Equipment and accompanying software at Lessee's cost and expense to such place as Lessor shall specify, or pay Lessor the value as indicated above.

10. Lessor's Payment.In case of failure of Lessee to pay fees, assessments, charges and taxes, all as specified in this Lease, Lessor shall have the right, but shall not be obligated, to debit Lessee’s credit card for the full amount of said fees, charges and taxes, as the case may be.

11. Indemnity.Lessee shall indemnify Lessor against, and hold Lessor harmless from, any and all claims, actions, suits, proceedings, costs, expenses, damages and liabilities, including reasonable attorney's fees and costs, arising out of, connected with, or resulting from Lessee's use of the Equipment and/or accompanying software, including without limitation the manufacture, selection, delivery, possession, use, operation, or return of the Equipment and/or accompanying software.

12. Default.If Lessee fails to pay any rental or other amount herein provided, within ten (10) days after the same is due and payable, or if Lessee fails to observe, keep or perform any other provision of this Lease required to be observed, kept or performed by Lessee, Lessor shall have the right to exercise any one or more of the following remedies:

A. To declare the entire amount of lease hereunder immediately due and payable without notice or demand to Lessee.

B. To sue for and recover all charges, and other payments, then accrued or thereafter accruing.


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C. To take possession of the Equipment and all accompanying software, without demand or notice, wherever same may be located, without any court order or other process of law. Lessee hereby waives any and all damages occasioned by such taking of possession.

D. To terminate this Lease.

E. To pursue any other remedy at law or in equity.

Notwithstanding any repossession or any other action which Lessor may take, Lessee shall be and remain liable for the full performance of all obligations on the part of the Lessee to be performed under this Lease. All of Lessor's remedies are cumulative, and may be exercised concurrently or separately.

13. Bankruptcy.Neither this Lease nor any interest therein is assignable or transferable by operation of law. If any proceeding under the Bankruptcy Act, as amended, is commenced by or against the Lessee, or if the Lessee is adjudged insolvent, or if Lessee makes any assignment for the benefit of his creditors, or if a writ of attachment or execution is levied on the Equipment and is not released or satisfied within ten (10) days thereafter, or if a receiver is appointed in any proceeding or action to which the Lessee is a party with authority to take possession or control of the Equipment, Lessor shall have and may exercise any one or more of the remedies set forth in Section 12 hereof; and this Lease shall, at the option of the Lessor, without notice, immediately terminate and shall not be treated as an asset of Lessee after the exercise of said option.

14. Ownership.The Equipment is, and shall at all times be and remain, the sole and exclusive property of Lessor; and the Lessee shall have no right, title or interest therein or thereto except as expressly set forth in this Lease.

15. Entire Agreement.This instrument and the accompanying Transcription Agreement constitute the entire agreement between the parties on the subject matter hereof and it shall not be amended, altered or changed except by a further writing signed by the parties hereto.

16. Notices.Service of all notices under this Agreement shall be sufficient if given personally or mailed certified, return receipt requested, postage prepaid, at the address hereinafter set forth, or to such address as such party may provide in writing from time to time.

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If to Lessee: __________________________________________

__________________________________________

__________________________________________

17. Assignment.Lessee shall not assign this Lease or its interest in the Equipment or software without the prior written consent of Lessor.

18. Governing Law.This Lease shall be construed and enforced according to laws of the State of Virginia.

19. Headings.Headings used in this Lease are provided for convenience only and shall not be used to construe meaning or intent.

IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties hereto have executed this Lease as of the day and year first above written.

Lessor:

________________________________ Margery Hinman, CMT, Director MT Advantage Career Center

Lessee:

_________________________________ Student Signature:

_________________________________ Printed Student Name

_________________________________ Date


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Please fax this Equipment Lease with your letter of

request to: 804-824-9813

Module 26 – Gerontology

Welcome to the gerontology module! Here you will learn all about aging and how it affects the body. You will learn about diseases that mainly affect older people.

Assignment Date NotesComplete lesson 1 in the on-line course. Perform the self-test(s).Complete lesson 2 in the on-line course. Perform the self-test(s).Complete lesson 3 in the on-line course. Perform the self-test(s).Complete lesson 4 in the on-line course. Perform the self-test(s).Complete lesson 5 in the on-line course. Perform the self-test(s).Complete lesson 6 in the on-line course. Perform the self-test(s).Complete lesson 7 in the on-line course. Perform the self-test(s).Complete lesson 8 in the on-line course. Perform the self-test(s).Complete lesson 9 in the on-line course. Perform the self-test(s).Complete lesson 10 in the on-line course. Perform the self-test(s).Complete lesson 11 in the on-line course. Perform the self-test(s).Complete lesson 12 in the on-line course. Perform the self-test(s).Complete lesson 13 in the on-line course. Perform the self-test(s).Complete lesson 14 in the on-line course. Perform the self-test(s).Complete lesson 15 in the on-line course. Perform the self-test(s).Complete lesson 16 in the on-line course. Perform the self-test(s).Complete lesson 17 in the on-line course. Perform the self-test(s).


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Complete lesson 18 in the on-line course. Perform the self-test(s).For lesson 19 in the on-line course, type the sentence clips in self-test 1.For lesson 19 in the on-line course, type the sentence clips in self-test 2.For lesson 19 in the on-line course, type the sentence clips in self-test 3.For lesson 19 in the on-line course, type the sentence clips in self-test 4.For lesson 19 in the on-line course, type the sentence clips in self-test 5.For lesson 19 in the on-line course, type the sentence clips in self-test 6.For lesson 19 in the on-line course, type the sentence clips in self-test 7.For lesson 19 in the on-line course, type the sentence clips in self-test 8.For lesson 19 in the on-line course, type the sentence clips in self-test 9.For lesson 19 in the on-line course, type the sentence clips in self-test 10.For lesson 19 in the on-line course, type the sentence clips in self-test 11.For lesson 19 in the on-line course, type the sentence clips in self-test 12.For lesson 19 in the on-line course, type the sentence clips in self-test 13.For lesson 19 in the on-line course, type the sentence clips in self-test 14.For lesson 19 in the on-line course, type the sentence clips in self-test 15.For lesson 19 in the on-line course, type the sentence clips in self-test 16.For lesson 19 in the on-line course, type the sentence clips in self-test 17.


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For lesson 19 in the on-line course, type the sentence clips in self-test 18.For lesson 19 in the on-line course, type the sentence clips in self-test 19.For lesson 19 in the on-line course, type the sentence clips in self-test 20.Complete Final Exam 1 in the on-line course. Complete Final Exam 2 in the on-line course. Complete Final Exam 3 in the on-line course.


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Module 27 – Beginning Medical Transcription

You have finally made it to the transcription portion of the program. Congratulations! This is where your hands-on training begins.

The lessons in the Beginning Medical Transcription on-line program (Module 27) will walk you through installing your SUM CD, and explaining when you should take each exam.

Remember that we are working on the Classic Reports when it gives you the choice.

Assignment Date NotesRead AAMT BOS for a review of the following: Page 509 – Statement on Verbatim TranscriptionRead AAMT BOS for a review of the following: Page 511 – Usage GlossaryRead AAMT BOS for a review of the following: Page 537 – Industry AbbreviationsRead the following pages in this workbook about installing your CDs and setting up directories. Please read all lessons in this module before beginning. Then complete lesson 1 in the on-line course. Complete lesson 2 in the on-line course. Complete lesson 3 in the on-line course. Complete lesson 4 in the on-line course. Complete lesson 5 in the on-line course. Complete lesson 6 in the on-line course.


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Now that you are ready to transcribe, let us help you get organized and ready to type. You should create 6 folders on your own computer's hard drive. Here are instructions: 1. Find the folder on your hard drive entitled My Documents. (If you do not have this folder then, create one.) (On your desktop in an open space, right click with your mouse. Choose the folder option. Name it My Documents.) 2. Open the My Documents folder

3. In an open area right click with your mouse, choose New, then Folder.

4. Make 6 different folders and name them:

BMT Original (Beginning Medical Transcription)BMT Corrected Surgery Original (Intermediate Medical Transcription)Surgery Corrected AMT Original (Advanced Medical Transcription)AMT Corrected

As you complete each transcribed report, click the transcript key (the gold key at the top of your toolbar), use the highlight function to illuminate your errors.

Be sure to analyze each and every error

Then go to File, Save As, and save the report to your hard drive in the folder that you created for your original transcripts.

It is important how you name your files when you save them. Name each file starting with the specialty, report type and report number. For example, one specialty in the Beginning Medical Transcription program is Dermatology. The first report is a chart note and the second report is a letter. So, when you go to save your report using the Save As feature, you would do it this way:

Example: Dermatology chart note 1 Example: Dermatology letter 2 By naming your files in this manner and putting them in the proper folder, you will know what the last report you transcribed was. Another benefit of keeping two main folders (one with your original attempts and one with your corrected reports) is that you can see how much better you have become as you move through the transcription portion of the course, and you will have a set of clean transcripts to refer to when you begin working as a medical transcriptionist.


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Note: It is important to remember to mail each of the SUM CDs back to MT Advantage by insured, sturdy mail after you are done using them. We must have these items back and in good condition before we can send you the next CD. You will be sending back one CD at a time while you await the next one. The foot pedal can be returned at any time unless you graduate the course in which case the pedal is yours to keep.

The address to mail these items back are:

MT Advantage Career Center6432 Golf Club RoadGloucester VA 23061

When mailing back, please include both INSIDE and OUTSIDE the box:

1. Your Name and address2. Your Student ID3. Note or letter stating what you are returning and if you are expecting a new

shipment, etc.

IMPORTANT: To get the MOST out of these reports, it is IMPERATIVE that you follow these instructions exactly. Since you will have keys available to you for these reports (for all except the exams) it is important that you do NOT transcribe with the keys open in front of you. TO DO THIS WILL AFFECT YOUR TRANSCRIPTION ABILITY IN THE LONG RUN. You need the listening, relistening and researching skills that you will be performing as you do these reports. To not do the reports in this matter will not build you the skills you need to become successful, pass our final exam, and pass employer testing. When in doubt, ask.

Congratulations! It’s now time to begin transcribing the Beginning SUM Medical Transcription reports. Good luck and happy transcribing!


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SUM Beginning Medical Transcription

Use this handy chart as a guide to remember where you last left off

Assignment Date Notes

SUM Introduction

Pharmacology

Laboratory

SUM Exam 1

Dermatology

Urology

Gastroenterology

SUM Exam 2

Orthopedics

Cardiology

Pulmonary Medicine

Endocrinology

SUM Exam 3

Obstetrics & Gynecology

Otorhinolaryngology

Ophthalmology

Neurology

SUM Exam 4

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Module 28 – Intermediate Medical Transcription

Welcome to the Intermediate Medical Transcription module! Get your references ready because you are about to embark on an interesting journey into the world of surgery transcription. This is not for the faint of heart. Don’t worry though, your thorough training up to this point has prepared you for this challenge.


Remember to use all of your research skills that you have learned previously. Most of all, have fun!

Assignment Date NotesPlease read all lessons in this module before beginning. Then complete lesson 1 in the on-line course. Complete lesson 2 in the on-line course. Complete lesson 3 in the on-line course. Complete lesson 4 in the on-line course. Complete lesson 5 in the on-line course. Complete lesson 6 in the on-line course. Complete lesson 7 in the on-line course. Complete lesson 8 in the on-line course.

Congratulations! You are now ready to transcribe the Surgery SUM CD. Good luck and happy transcribing.


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Surgery Intermediate Transcription



Cardiovascular/Thoracic Surgery

SUM Exam 1

Gastrointestinal Surgery

SUM Exam 2

Genitourinary Surgery

SUM Exam 3

Head and Neck Surgery

SUM Exam 4

Neurosurgery

SUM Exam 5

Obstetrics & Gynecology surgery

SUM Exam 6

Orthopedic Surgery

SUM Exam 7

Plastic Surgery

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Module 29 – Advanced Medical Transcription

Welcome to the Advanced Medical Transcription module! You’ve come a long way. These reports will be more difficult than what you have transcribed before. However, it’s to your advantage to work really hard on each report and transcribe it to the best of your ability. Developing the skill to transcribe difficult dictation is one that will make you a very valuable and sought after medical transcriptionist.

Also, this on-line module will teach you how to use a word expander and show you a system for creating abbreviations. It would be a good idea for you to create some abbreviations using MS Word’s Auto-Correct feature (instructions below).

Try using some common abbreviations when you type like “tp” for patient. If you create abbreviations using MS Word’s Auto-Correct, then you will want to be sure to type your Advanced reports in MS Word.


Be sure your medical spellchecker has been installed and is working properly. Follow the instructions below and in the Module and let us know if you have any questions.

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course. Perform the self-test(s).Complete lesson 8 in the on-line course. Perform the self-test(s).Complete lesson 9 in the on-line course.Complete the Final Exam in the on-line course.

Congratulations! You are now ready to transcribe the Advanced Medical Transcription SUM CD. Good luck and happy transcribing.


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Advanced Medical Transcription Guide



Cardiology

Orthopedics

Gastrointestinal Surgery

Radiology

Pathology

Suggestion: As you complete each report within each specialty, if you had more than 3 errors per report, because of the complexity of these reports, plan to re-type that report.

Note: There are no exams for the Advanced Medical Transcription reports and you will be able to access the keys which are not updated with current BOS formatting. Please contact your instructor if you have any questions or concerns about your work.

Only one more module before your final exam!


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Transcribing the Mandatory Advanced Reports

As the final part of the course, we want to have the ability to polish up your transcription and help you correct any last-minute glitches or inconsistencies you have in your work. Please use the following chart to help you keep track of what Advanced reports (after the SUM CDs) you have worked on.

Each student will receive different reports which are geared towards his or her weaknesses in an effort to strengthen their work. These reports are considered advanced, even for experienced MTs. Therefore, do not worry if you don’t get them 100% correct the first time. We don’t grade or even review these reports like we do the others. Basically we want to see how you handle problems that arise.

The goal is for you to have mostly error-free work. This is a strong indication of how well you’ll do for our Final Exam and employer testing which is usually a transcription practice of advanced reports. It is not necessarily indicative of what you’ll be doing on a daily basis on the job. Just do the best you can and keep in touch with your instructor who will be giving you extensive feedback. Above all, if you have questions, now is the time to ask!



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Module 30 –Employment

This is the last module in the MT Advantage Career Center program. Congratulations! You are very close to graduating!

If you have passed all your exams thus far, we know that you now have the skills and ability of an MT and are ABLE to get and maintain employment. You are ready to go out there and make your dream of working at home (or outside the home) doing medical transcription a reality. You should be very proud of yourself for sticking with your commitment to learn MT. We know you’ll agree that this program of study has been challenging!

You will notice at the end of Module 30-Employment there is a link to a comprehensive survey. We want to know your opinions on our program. Please print this survey and fax it to the office at (804) 824-9813. This Survey is a requirement and IS part of Module 30’s assignments. Your survey answers will have NO EFFECT on your final exam.

Assignment Date NotesRead AAMT BOS for a review of the following: Page 527 – Model Job DescriptionsComplete lesson 1 in the on-line course.Complete lesson 2 in the on-line course.Complete lesson 3 in the on-line course.Complete lesson 4 in the on-line course.Complete lesson 5 in the on-line course.Complete lesson 6 in the on-line course.Complete lesson 7 in the on-line course.Complete lesson 8 in the on-line course.Complete lesson 9 in the on-line course.Complete lesson 10 in the on-line course.Complete lesson 11 in the on-line course.


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Complete lesson 12 in the on-line course.Complete lesson 13 in the on-line course.Complete lesson 14 in the on-line course.Complete lesson 15 in the on-line course.Complete lesson 16 in the on-line course.Complete lesson 17 in the on-line course.Complete lesson 18 in the on-line course.Complete lesson 19 in the on-line course.Complete lesson 20 in the on-line course.Complete lesson 21 in the on-line course.Complete lesson 22 in the on-line course.Complete lesson 23 in the on-line course.Complete lesson 24 in the on-line course.Complete lesson 25 in the on-line course.


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Final Exam

There are two portions to the MT Advantage final exam.

The first is a written exam. This exam will be open book. You will have two hours to print, complete, and fax the exam into our office. The exam must be taken during normal business hours.

The second portion is a transcription test. The transcription portion of the final exam will consist of 5-7 different reports of an average level of difficulty. You will have 2 hours to take the test and submit it for grading. This is plenty of time for an average transcriptionist.

For this transcription final exam, you may use any type of references sources for the transcription portion of the final exam including medical reference books, on-line resources (except MT word boards), your textbooks, the MT Advantage on-line modules, and resource library. However, you may not ask another person for assistance.

We suggest you take at least a couple of days to prepare for the final exams and strongly recommend you do not take both exams on the same day.

When you are ready to take the final, please submit the following e-mail to [email protected] :

In the subject line: Your full name, student ID # / Request for final exam.

In the body of the e-mail: Request entrance to the final exam section of the course. Tell us what date and time you would like to take the test.

After sending this e-mail, we will contact you within 24 hours regarding giving you access to the final exam on the date and time you requested.

When finished with your final exam, please fax it to 804-824-9813 or email it to [email protected]. We will contact you with your grade with 2-5 business days.

Once your transcription portion of the final exam is done and submitted, we will contact you with your score. Upon passing, you will have earned a beautiful diploma, ready for framing and proof of all your hard work!


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Job Placement

After graduation, you qualify for job placement assistance. Please contact us at [email protected] and in the subject line of the e-mail please put your full name/student #/Request for job placement assistance. We will ask to see a copy of your resume and cover letter, so please send it with your request.

Our MT Advantage staff will assist you in creating a wonderful resume and will give you contact information for services that are eager to hire our students.

Please let your placement coordinator know when you have secured a transcription position. We like to follow up on our graduates and make sure they have success for years to come!


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Conclusion

It’s been a long journey but you’ve hung in there and are about to realize your dreams of being a medical transcriptionist. All of us at MT Advantage would like to congratulate you and wish you great success in your new career.

Remember, if you would like to recommend others to our program, we would like to give you a thank you gift of $50 for each referral that signs up who has mentioned your name. If you are interested in working with us to promote our program on a more consistent basis, we offer a formal referral program with higher commissions.

Don’t be a stranger now that you are a graduate! Please continue to come to the student forums and help to mentor the newbies that are just joining our program. We’d love to see you there!

From all of us here at MT Advantage…

CONGRATULATIONS!!!!!!


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