Medical Foundations

Course code HLUC 1040

Credit 3.0

Length 60.0 hours

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Students will be introduced to medical terminology, anatomy and disease processes relating to the body systems which includes learning basic medical word structures such as prefixes, suffixes, combining forms and root words. How to correctly spell and pronounce commonly used medical terms and conditions pertaining to the body system will also be explored.

Prerequisites

Course type

This course is offered as part of a VCC program and cannot be taken individually.
International students: Eligibility is determined at the program level. Visit the program page for international student requirements and application information.

  • Medical Terminology Word elements, terms, abbreviations and definitions Anatomy and Physiology Overview of body and body systems Related terms, conditions and abbreviations

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How to take this course

This course is offered as part of a VCC program only.

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† This information is intended as a guideline only. Program and course details are subject to change with the approval of VCC's Board of Governors.

Indigenous Territory Acknowledgment

VCC is located on the traditional territories of the xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam), Sḵwx̱wú7mesh (Squamish), and səlilwətaɬ (Tsleil-Waututh) peoples who have been stewards of these lands since time immemorial.