Nature of Work

The Certified Medical Transcriptionist (CMT) is a non-hands on patient care career.  The CMT is a medical language specialist who is skilled in transcribing medical dictation detailing a patient's health care during an illness.   The CMT performs a variety of functions including:

• Transcription of the medical dictation (such as history and physicals, discharge summaries, consultations, operative reports) recorded by physicians, nurses, physical therapists, and other health professionals.
• Text editing of the dictated material.
• Supervision of staff.
• Preparation of medical office correspondence.

The CMT has many diverse employment opportunities from which to choose.  The majority are employed in the following work settings:

• Hospitals
• Physician's Offices
• Transcription Services
• Independent Contractor / Home Based

Program Description

The Medical Transcription program is designed for the working student.  The majority of students are part time and carry 6-7 credit hours per semester while continuing to work full time jobs.  The program courses are offered in the late afternoon and evening with some weekends. 

Certificate of Achievement Course Requirements  

Program Course Sheet

Career Guide and Approximate Costs

Admission Requirements

The CSN Medical Transcription program is an Open Entry Program.   Therefore, an application for admission is NOT required.   However, there may be course restrictions or prerequisites.  Cross reference each required course with the College Catalog to verify any restrictions. 

New Student Checklist

New students to CSN planning to register for this Open-Entry Health Science program should complete the steps outlined on the Checklist for New Students Seeking an Open-Entry Health Science Certificate of Achievement.

Please contact the Health Programs Advisement Office at 651-5690 for further information or e-mail the Health Programs Advisor directly.