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Medical Terms in Health and Social Care  

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Course Summary

Code: HSC-07C  

Location: Brittons  

Cost: £0 subject to eligibility  

Starting: Tuesday 05 August 2025 

Duration: 3 sessions over 3 week(s)

Time: 13:30 


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Description

Curious about the language used in healthcare? This 3-week taster course introduces adult learners to the world of medical terminology — essential for anyone considering a role in Health and Social Care. In short, accessible sessions (2 hours weekly), you'll explore common medical terms, abbreviations, and phrases used in clinical environments. You'll build confidence in understanding and using specialist language correctly — a key skill for communication, accurate data input, and working as part of a healthcare team. Through case studies and role-play activities, you'll practise applying medical language in realistic scenarios. Whether you're aiming to boost your confidence or prepare for further training, this taster gives you a strong foundation — and may even inspire you to pursue a full Health and Social Care qualification.  

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Time and duration

Start Date: 05 August 2025
Start Time: 13:30
Day: Tuesday Afternoon
First Lesson Duration: 02:30
Total Weeks: 3

Location

Brittons  
Ford Lane  
Rainham
RM13 7BB  
   

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