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Medical Terminology
Leavitt School of Health
About This Course
WGU Catalog 2026-03Medical Terminology focuses on the basic components of medical terminology and how terminology is used when discussing various body structures and systems. Proper use of medical terminology is critical for accurate and clear communication among medical staff, health professionals, and patients. In addition to the systems of the body, this course will discuss immunity, infections, mental health, and cancer.
Official catalog text — WGU-authored.
First in catalog2017-01StatusActiveCurrent degrees2Total degree appearances3