Medical Transcription NC II

About this course

As recommended by TESDA Actual duration may be different. One of the priority areas in ICT development is the Medical Transcription (MT) due to the fact that the Philippines still has a shortage of Medical Transcriptionists. Thus, PRI offers the Medical Transcription Program for both High School Graduates (Basic Medical Transcription) and for non-medical course (Certificate Program for Medical Transcription). These programs are concerned with the process of converting dictated recordings made by physicians and other healthcare professionals and transcribe them into medical reports. In particular, these programs will also cover on how to perform computer operations, apply safety practices in the workplace, maintain quality standards, use of business technology and medical terminology to carry out tasks, produce text from audio transcription, review/edit documents, manage the activities of a work team and leads a work team in delivering quality service. Job Outlook Medical Transcriptionists (MTs) have the option to work locally or abroad. They can also choose to work from home or opting for part-time and flexible work schedules. Primarily, MTs can find work in hospitals, clinics, doctors' offices, and other private transcription companies. It is considered as a lucrative career because of it's flexibility and the chance to earn more. » Read the description by FindUniversity.ph

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Freshman Admission Requirements:
Admission Requirements - Freshmen: 1. Secure an application form from the Administration Office at the ground floor, PRIFI Building. The applicant will take the entrance examination on a preferred date. 2. Applicants aspiring for scholarship must secure the appropriate form. An average grade of 83% is required. 3. After having passed the entrance examination, the aspirant must submit the following: • Form 137 (High School Report Card) • Photocopy of Birth Certificate • Certificate of Good Moral Character

Transferees Admission Requirements:
Admission Requirements - Transferees: The applicant will have to take the entrance examination and must reach the required cut-off score. After having passed the entrance examination, the aspirant must submit the following: 1. Honorable Dismissal 2. Certificate of Grades or class cards 3. Transcript of Records 4. Course Description

Foreign Students Admission Requirements:
Admission Requirements - Foreign Students: The PRIFI has been granted the authority to accept foreign students by the Bureau of Immigration with AAFS No. ADD 01-176. Rules and regulations for foreign students need to be complied with prior to the start of admission procedures.

About the Provider

Philippine Rehabilitation Institute Foundation Quezon City is an educational institution accredited by the Technical Education and Skills Development Authority (TESDA). It offers TESDA registered programs in healthcare services, caregiver, and medical transcription. It also offers Commission on Higher Education (CHEd) recognized programs in nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, radiologic technology, hospital management, and respiratory therapy. It also has a campus in Guagua, Pampanga.