AAPC – Anatomy Course Syllabus
Prerequisites: None
Clock Hours: 40 (Note: 40 clock hours accounts only for time spent in the online course, and does not include time spent outside of the course or study time. Study time will vary widely per individual.)
Course Length: To be completed at student’s own pace within a 2-month period or less. Enrollment date of 2 months access begins at date of purchase.
Class Hours: Days/Times Per Week: Online course, Independent self-study, self-paced. Student may login to course at their own time schedule, no specific login times.
Certificate of Completion Issued: Yes
Course Description: Ideal for students who want to improve their knowledge of anatomy and physiology. The course will guide the student along a journey of understanding on how the human body operates on a daily basis and how anatomy applies to the medical record. This course would be valuable for anyone preparing for a career in any non-clinical medical profession, and strongly recommended for anyone who is preparing for an AAPC certification examination.
Course Objectives:
- Introduce the student to the human body, explaining anatomical terms and the body
- Define the anatomy and physiology of various systems of the
- Understand anatomy as it relates to the medical
Course Content:
- Structure and Function of the Body
- Chemistry of Life
- Cells and Tissues
- Organ Systems of the Body
- The Integumentary System and Body Membranes
- The Skeletal System
- The Muscular System
- The Nervous System
- The Senses
- The Endocrine System
- The Digestive System
- Nutrition and Metabolism
- Blood
- The Cardiovascular System
- The Lymphatic System and Immunity
- The Respiratory System
- Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
- Acid-Base Balance
- The Urinary System
- The Reproductive Systems
- Growth and Development
- Final Exam
Methods of Evaluation:
The instructional methods used include reading assignments, practice exercises, module review tests, and a final exam. To receive a certificate of completion, students must successfully complete the course within the allotted time frame of 2 months or less from date of purchase.
Successful course completion includes:
- A passing score of 70% of higher on all module review exams
- A passing score of 70% or higher on the Final exam
- An overall final course scores of 70% or higher
No reduced hours in the course or tuition discount for previous education or training will be granted.
Included Textbook:
- Structure & Function of the Body, 15th Edition; Gary A. Thibodeau, Kevin T. Patton; Elsevier; ISBN-13: 9780323077224
Recommended Textbooks/Supplies:
- Medical dictionary, any publisher
Computer Requirements: High-speed Internet connection with Blackboard supported Operating System & Web browser (see the “Course Requirements” tab: https://www.aapc.com/training/cpc-online-medical-coding-training-course.aspx); Adobe Flash Player; Adobe Acrobat Reader. For best experience, use of a mobile device is not recommended.
Course Enrollment Fee: Payment is due in full at time of enrollment. Fees listed do not include any required or recommended textbooks/supplies or computer requirements, which are to be purchased separately by the student.
CEUS: 20 AAPC CEUS upon completion
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