About
The Certificate of Completion in Medical Transcription combines the disciplines of medicine and computer applications within the health care industry. Medical Transcriptionists are specialists in medical language and healthcare documentation that interpret and transcribe dictation by physicians and other healthcare professionals, editing dictated material for grammar and clarity as necessary and appropriate. Students need excellent English language skills, good hearing acuity, ability to listen, good keyboard skills, and the ability to work seated for long periods of time. The Medical Transcription Certificate of Completion program is a flexible, distance learning, internet-based program. Successful completion of this program allows graduates to take the Registered Medical Transcriptionist (R.M.T.) Examination administered by the Association for Healthcare Documentation Integrity.
Organization
El Paso Community College
El Paso Community College is a community college in El Paso, Texas. It prepares students for careers in Diagnostic Medical Sonographer, Emergency Medical Technician, HVAC, Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN/LPN), Medical Assistant, and Welding, among other fields. The college also offers programs in areas such as nursing, dental assisting, pharmacy technology, automotive service, cosmetology, cybersecurity, and medical billing and coding. Its educational offerings include career-focused programs and continuing education courses, with instruction available across multiple campuses and locations. The institution serves students through a broad selection of programs of study, including associate-level options and workforce-oriented training. Its range of occupational fields supports pathways into healthcare, skilled trades, transportation-related services, technology, business, and personal-care careers.