Graduate Experiences
Career Step graduates get jobs! Read what some of our graduates are saying:
Career Step is an excellent course for anyone looking to add to his or her income or someone who is looking to work from home. I would, and have, recommended this program to anyone who is motivated and ready to change their present circumstances, whatever they may be.
I found this online course to be the best way for me to learn. When I didn't understand something the first time I was able to sit with it and let it and let it sink in. If I was in a classroom setting I may not have done so well. When working at your own pace you have the time to fully understand without feeling rushed. This was a great course. The support system with staff and fellow students was phenomenal. I highly recommend this course!
I started Career Step's online MT training program because I wanted to change my career from working as an RN to being able to work from home. Little did I know how rewarding I would find the course!…The day I submitted my Final Exam for grading was a real milestone. Several days later when I opened the email that contained my final grade, I actually burst into tears to see that I had graduated with high honors! Thank you, Career Step!
When I went for my interview, because of my thorough Career Step training, I was hired on the spot. The company owner was amazed at my transcription skills compared to applications from local schools/colleges. I really like being a medical transcriptionist, and I am so excited to have a career where I can work from my home.
Deciding to take the Medical Transcription course through Career Step has been a life-changing event. Living as I do in a rural area, obtaining work has always been a problem and the possibility of being able to work from home was an option I had to pursue. I am so glad that I did. As I worked through the transcription portion of the course . . . the fact that these were real people with real problems kept me working to find the correct names and spellings of their afflictions. I am proud to be a graduate and highly recommend the course.
I graduated with High Honors and was very fortunate to find a job to fit my requirements perfectly within the first month. While I found the course to be exactly what it was advertised to be and I was very please with the training I received, I cannot say enough about Graduate Support! I was not expecting the level of involvement with my job search that Career Step provided. In my opinion, Career Step does not consider you to have completed the course until you have found employment!
I was able to get a job within 3 weeks of graduating, which was largely related to the Career Step name on my resume. I have talked to people and read that many new grads from other schools are looking for work for 4 to 6 months. I love my job and, while I am still learning the details of the job, I was well prepared for the work!
I started the course at 50 years old and I was not sure I could learn everything necessary to become a working MT. The course outlined everything clearly and with a lot of hard work I became a High Honors graduate and 2 weeks later got my first job. If I can do it, so can you!
Overall, I was very pleased with everything that Career Step had to offer. I was attracted to Career Step because I am a military spouse, and I was looking for a new career that would be easy to transfer, as my family transfers from one base to another . . . Now my life looks like it is going to be profitable and a lot of fun with my new medical transcription jobs . . . Thank you, Career Step, for everything that you do.
I was quite hesitant about taking a course online. I took one many years ago, and it didn't lead to anything. After starting Career Step, I knew I was in good hands. The course takes you where you need to go, one step at a time…The practical experience provided in the course was excellent.
The Career Step course has really prepared me for the MT field. My sister has been working as an MT for 15 years and is amazed how prepared I am to begin working! Thank you!
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Course Overview
The Career Step program has been developed in collaboration with top industry experts and employers to help you develop the skills necessary to be the highest quality medical transcriptionist. To see what sets Career Step's program above the rest, be sure to check out our interactive online demo!
The demo will allow you to take an in-depth look at each of the program modules, or subjects, and experience the ease of navigation and the interactive learning environment the Career Step program provides.
Training Details:
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Benefits of online study:
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Gain practical experience
You'll train hands-on with dictation taken from real patient records to create industry standard medical reports, preparing you for the workplace.
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Receive instantaneous feedback and grading
You'll not have to wait on slow instructors or other students' disruptions. With instant feedback on all of your work, you will quickly master each skill and progress through the course.
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Network with other students and make new friends
You'll enjoy access to a vibrant online community of students, graduates, employers, and industry experts through online forums and chat rooms.
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Train at home or on the go, and set your own pace
You'll have 24/7 access to the course materials, giving you the freedom and flexibility to train whenever or wherever is convenient for you, so you can learn at your own pace.
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Online skill assessments that reflect employer hiring exams
You'll be better prepared for the post-graduation job market because the Career Step skill assessment tests are similar to those used by employers to hire new employees. In fact, Career Step is the industry's leading provider of pre-employment testing.
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Online learning environment & tools:
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Intuitive navigation
Simple, intuitive navigation is quick and easy to learn, so you'll be able to start making real progress from day one.
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Images & visual enhancements
Photos, illustrations, as well as many transcription specific forms, documents, charts, and references enhance your learning experience.
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Interactive coursework exercises
Coursework contains hundreds of exercises that help you review concepts and simulate the professional transcription experience and give you a chance to reflect on your progress.
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Games & flashcards
Crossword puzzles, word searches, and flashcards are scattered throughout, so you learn important terminology, concepts, and definitions while having fun!
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Transcription practice tools
The course contains online tools that will allow you to practice transcription procedures on hundreds of authentic medical reports using built-in, real-world resources.
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Study planner, grade book, & enhanced security
The program offers tools to help you set and track study goals, chart your progress and see results from all exercises and tests, and monitor account access and safeguard your private information.
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Medical transcription curriculum:
Career Step's curriculum is designed to prepare you to successfully work as a medical transcriptionist. You'll be fully trained to transcribe medical reports of all difficulties, specialties, and from a wide variety of dictators. The curriculum is designed by industry experts and incorporates the feedback and suggestions of graduates, employers, instructors, and industry associations.
Visit our Curriculum Details page that describes in depth the contents and purpose of each module, or course subject.
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Reference books & resources:
When you enroll, you will receive a student subscription to the Stepping Up bimonthly newsletter, a transcription foot pedal, and a subscription to BenchMark Knowledge Base, an application designed to increase the quality and speed of medical transcription by providing quick access to a variety of reference materials. Your subscription to BenchMark KB will provide you online access to the following up-to-date industry resources:
Unified Stedman's Content
- Stedman's Medical Speller
- Stedman's Quick Look Drug Book
- Stedman's Abbreviations, Acronyms & Symbols
- Stedman's Medical & Surgical Equipment Words
- Stedman's Medical Dictionary
- Stedman's Medical Terms & Phrases
AHDI Membership
- Annual electronic membership
- Public question search
- Professional practice network
- Links to RMT/CMT exam
- Knowledge Base support network
Physician Search Locator
- 1 million+ U.S. and Canadian-based physicians and dentists
- Multiple search options
- Updated monthly
Quality Tools, Alerts and Indicators
- Integrated AHDI Book of Style
- Joint Commission Dangerous Abbreviations and Recommendations
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Student & technical support:
Career Step has support teams dedicated to your success, and they are easy to reach and quick to respond to your questions and concerns. They also have the reputation for providing a personal touch to your online learning experience, offering a little boost or pep talk when you need it most. The student support team has professional experience working in the healthcare industry as medical transcriptionists, managers, and instructors, so they are uniquely qualified to answer your questions about both the curriculum and the industry. The technical support team will help you with any technical or computer issues you may encounter within the program.
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Job placement assistance:
It is our mission to help you achieve your educational goals and quickly transition to employment as a medical transcriptionist. To accomplish this mission, Career Step partners with industry employers and institutions, and these strong relationships often lead to preferential status for Career Step graduates applying for employment.
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Timeline for course completion
The Career Step Medical Transcription program can be completed in 640 hours, or 4 months if you work on it full time. Both enrollment levels include 4 months of access to the curriculum and online learning tools, and by enrolling today you can use this complimentary 8 month extension voucher and have a full year to complete the program! Additional extensions are also available for purchase, should you need more time.
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Required computer system specifications:
Minimum computer system specifications
Hardware:
- 56 Kbps modem (Broadband: DSL or cable modem recommended) with active internet access
- Super VGA (1024x768) or higher resolution adapter and monitor
- Sound card and speakers (headphone port recommended)
- Available USB port
Software:
- Adobe Flash version 10 or higher recommended
- Windows Media Player or Quicktime Player
- PDF reader
Browser:
- Internet Explorer 7.x/8.x
- Firefox 3.x *
- Safari 4.x or greater (Mac only)*
- Javascript and cookies must be enabled
Operating System:
- Windows XP®, Vista®, 7 (with latest service pack) OR
- Mac OS X 10.4.11 or greater/10.5/10.6.x*
*Note: The Inpatient and Outpatient Medical Coding and Billing course includes hands-on training with 3M® encoding software, which is only compatible with Internet Explorer 7.x or 8.x. Students using the noted operating systems and/or browsers can access all other program material, and students can complete the practical sections of the course with the included industry-standard codebooks.
