A textbook or study guide provides lists of Greek and Latin root words, abbreviations, prefixes, suffixes and lessons for forming and understanding medical terms. Students may pay fees to use online textbooks or study guides. They also may purchase textbooks or use free online materials.
Professional study materials such as laminated medical terminology study guides are available; however, students may also use index cards to make "flash cards" of medical terms. A mnemonic learning technique helps with memorization by attaching a memorable association to each term.
The medical dictionary provides definitions and breakdowns of medical terms. The dictionaries often include abbreviations, anatomical terms and acronyms used in medical fields.
An anatomy textbook or related study material is useful for learning medical terminology associated with human anatomy.
Online programs provide full courses or basic information for the study of medical terminology. Online resources often provide additional links and information that enhance studies and practice exams for self-testing.
An exam description helps to guide students and prepare them to take certification exams.