Learn about the medical transcription industry. Before searching for schools, you should have an understanding of the skills and abilities needed by a MT and an understanding of current state of the medical transcription industry and its future. Talk to working MTs and employers to gain insight that may help guide your own career path.
Review the AHDI's list of approved medical transcription schools. The website also lists funding options, whether the school provides online or classroom instruction or both, and whether the school accepts seasonal or open enrollment.
Make sure the medical transcription schools that you are considering provide courses in anatomy, medical terminology, legal issues, keyboarding, and English grammar and punctuation. Medical transcription courses are also offered through community colleges, vocational schools and distance-learning schools.
Compare lists of schools, taking into consideration the extent of the training, the cost, the school's reputation, placement assistance and how often the course material is updated. Although it is not essential to go to an AHDI-approved school, you need to make sure that the school you choose will provide you with the necessary employment skills and that it has a successful history of job placement.