Real-World Healthcare Vocabulary

Learn essential medical terms used every day in hospitals, clinics, home care, and disability support. Students master symptoms, documentation, ADLs, vital signs, emergencies, and workplace communication through clear explanations and real examples.

ESL-Friendly, Pronunciation-Based

Each lesson teaches pronunciation step-by-step, making it easier for English language learners to understand and confidently use medical vocabulary. Terms include syllable breakdowns, simple definitions, and practice activities.

Exams & Printable Worksheets

The course includes interactive practice questions and downloadable worksheets to reinforce learning. Students can test their knowledge with review quizzes and a full 40-question practice exam designed to build confidence and accuracy.

Curriculum

3 Chapters · 22 Lessons

  1. 1

    Medical English / Healthcare Vocabulary Course

    1. (Included in full purchase)

      How This Course Works

  2. 2

    Foundations of Medical Terminology

    1. (Included in full purchase)

      1. Medical Root Words

    2. (Included in full purchase)

      2. Medical Prefixes

    3. (Included in full purchase)

      3. Common Medical Suffixes for Meaning & Pronunciation

    4. (Included in full purchase)

      4. Putting It All Together

  3. 3

    Common Uses

    1. (Included in full purchase)

      1. Common Symptoms & Patient Complaints

    2. (Included in full purchase)

      2. Medication & Treatment Vocabulary

    3. (Included in full purchase)

      3. Documentation & Charting Vocabulary

    4. (Included in full purchase)

      4. Patient Care & Activities Vocabulary

    5. (Included in full purchase)

      5. Body Systems Vocabulary

    6. (Included in full purchase)

      6. Nutrition & Eating Vocabulary

    7. (Included in full purchase)

      7. Disabilities & Support Needs Vocabulary

    8. (Included in full purchase)

      8. Vital Signs Vocabulary

    9. (Included in full purchase)

      9. Emergency & Safety Terms

    10. (Included in full purchase)

      10. Medical Procedures & Tests Vocabulary

    11. (Included in full purchase)

      11. Workplace Communication in Healthcare

    12. (Included in full purchase)

      12. Cultural Sensitivity & Person-Centered Communication

    13. (Included in full purchase)

      Review & Practice Exam

    14. (Included in full purchase)

      Download Exam Worksheet (optional)

    15. (Included in full purchase)

      Practice Exam (40 Questions)

    16. (Included in full purchase)

      Answer Key

    17. (Included in full purchase)

      Summary