Foundation for Professional Development

Medical Terminology and Anatomy for Allied Healthcare Professionals

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Short course

Course type

10 hrs

Study time

Online

Mode of learning

Course overview

Medical Terminology and Anatomy for Allied Healthcare Professionals is a dynamic 10-hour online course designed to equip learners with essential anatomical and medical language skills required in healthcare environments.

This foundational course introduces the major systems of the human body, enabling participants to recall and list these systems with confidence. Learners will explore standard anatomical positions, primary body movements, and regional anatomy, gaining the ability to identify, label, and name key structures and functions.

The course is structured into twelve focused modules, covering topics such as anatomic terminology, the skeletal and muscular systems, cardiovascular and respiratory systems, as well as the nervous, endocrine, urogenital, and gastrointestinal systems. Additional modules delve into the anatomy of the skin, eye, ear, nose, and throat.

Whether you're entering the allied health field or seeking to strengthen your anatomical knowledge, this course provides a comprehensive and accessible introduction to the language of medicine.

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Who is this course for?

South African allied healthcare professionals

Required qualification

None

Course level

 Beginner

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Why choose this course?

  • Comprehensive Curriculum: Covers all key concepts and skills, ensuring a deep and thorough understanding of the subject.
  • Expert Developers: Learn from industry leaders and academic experts with years of real-world experience and insight.
  • Flexible Learning Options: Our online courses provide the flexibility and convenience of learning in your own time, from the comfort of your home or office.

About the academic institution

Foundation for Professional Development (FPD) is a South African Private Institution of Higher Education established in October 1997 by the South African Medical Association and has been registered with the DHET since 2002.

580 000+
Students 

27
Years

110
countries

FPD contact info

  shortprog@foundation.co.za
  +27 (0) 12 110 4080

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Course Lessons

  • Certificate included

    Upon successful completion of this course, you will receive a certificate of completion from the Foundation for Professional Development, a name synonymous with excellence in professional growth.

Course developer 

Mrs
Annatjie Peters
Annatjie holds a BCur Degree from UP, a BACur Degree from UNISA, and a MSocSc Degree from UFS. She has also completed numerous diplomas and certificates in management and health-related courses.
Her career journey began in 1976 as a lecturer at the former Technical College, Kroonstad. In 1989, she transitioned to the Kroonstad Local Authority, where she oversaw all training programs. By 1992, she assumed the role of district TB Manager for the Fezile Dabi district and later expanded her responsibilities to become the TB Manager for the Free State in 1998. In 2006, she joined CDC (SA) as the TB/HIV Lead. After retiring from CDC in 2014, she took on the role of Chief of Party at JPS Africa. Here, she spearheaded the establishment of a National MDR-TB Centre of Excellence and implemented the first nurse-initiated MDRTB treatment and management program globally.
In 2017, Annatjie was commissioned by the WHO to draft the Pakistan National Strategic TB plan. Additionally, she undertook contract work for TADSA and Academia. Joining the Foundation for Professional Development in September 2017, she now serves as the Clinical Lead for the Academic Department.
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Student testimonials

FPD is the best learning platform I found so far. I was pleasantly surprised with the possibilities.
- Josh Stobbard
FPD is the best learning platform I found so far. I was pleasantly surprised with the possibilities.
- Josh Stobbard
FPD is the best learning platform I found so far. I was pleasantly surprised with the possibilities.
- Josh Stobbard
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