Anatomy and Physiology Course

Every career in the health care industry starts with a solid foundation of knowledge. Whether you are pursuing a medical coding, medical billing or medical transcription career, you need a thorough understanding of anatomy, physiology, pathophysiology and laboratory medicine. Allied's Anatomy and Physiology course provides the information you need, with a convenient and flexible learning option that fits your life. Learn from home, further your career!

Acquire the education that gives you a career advantage.  When you enroll, you will learn anatomical terminology, signs and symptoms of disease, surgical procedures, laboratory values, clinical applications, and much more.  Additionally, with the impending transition to the ICD-10 coding system and implementation of electronic health records, you will be prepared to effectively adapt to the evolving health care industry. Why wait? Increase your knowledge base today.

What You Will Receive

• Textbook: The Human Body in Health & Disease, Fifth Edition
• 14 online, interactive lessons – including reading assignments, quizzes and unit exams
• Online final exam – 40 multiple-choice questions, no proctor required
• State-of-the-art education
• Live student support

Course Objectives

• Define cells, tissues, organs, and the organ systems of the human body.
• Identify structural levels of organization in the body, the body cavities, and the organs they contain.
• Utilize anatomical terms to describe anatomical position, directions, planes, body sections, and regions.
• Recall the levels of chemical organization.
• Name the four main types of tissues that compose the body’s organs.
• Locate the major body organs for each system and define their unique functions.
• Apply and define terms and concepts of gross and microscopic terms of anatomy and physiology.
• Understand the mechanisms of disease including disease terminology and patterns of disease.
• Define pathophysiology and recognize the mechanisms of disease including inflammation, immunopathology, infectious disease, and cancer.
• List pathogenic organisms, particles, bacteria, fungi, viruses, and the diseases they cause including their transmission.
• Identify surgical procedures, interventional and noninterventional, lab tests, techniques, and equipment used to identify or treat pathogens.
• Identify procedures, techniques, and findings in diagnostic and interventional imaging.
• Differentiate among common tests used in pathology and laboratory medicines, including indications, techniques, expression of values, and significance of findings.
• Identify normal laboratory value ranges.
• Recognize commonly observed clinical and laboratory values.
• Identify and analyze new and emerging research issues and trends in medicine.
• Recall indications for types of clinical applications, such as medical imaging, x-ray, computed tomography, magnetic resonance imaging, and ultrasonography.
• Recognize preventative measures, etiology, signs and symptoms, prognoses, and treatment modalities for common diseases and conditions affecting each organ system.
• Recognize and practice common aseptic methods that prevent the spread of pathogens.
• Recall the principles of infection.
• Utilize critical thinking skills to apply your knowledge of anatomy, physiology, and pathophysiology.
• Define, pronounce, spell, and utilize complex medical language across all organ systems.

Call (888) 822-2923 to enroll today and get the education you need to build a lasting career in the ever-growing health care industry – Allied has exactly what you need.

Why Should You Choose Allied for Your Education?

Take the first step with an accredited school that truly cares about your success. When you enroll, you get the foundation of knowledge that prepares you to transition into the exciting health care industry. Benefit from convenient online learning, high-quality course materials and live student support – you'll have all of the tools to succeed with your studies. What could be more rewarding?

Here's why you should partner with Allied today:

Online Course – Enjoy the Most Convenient Way to Learn

Benefit from an online course that is centered on your needs. When you learn online, you can complete your course when and where you want with the most convenient and flexible way to learn: your way! Forget travel time, parking fees and set class hours. Learn from the comfort of home when it suits you best.

Personalized Student Support –Talk to a Live Person When You Need Help

Have a question? Give us a call during normal business hours and talk a helpful Allied educational support rep. Our students receive one-on-one assistance throughout the duration of their course. Course questions, technical issues, support and encouragement – you'll be covered!

Nationally Accredited – Choose a School with the Right Credentials

Allied Schools is nationally accredited by the Accrediting Commission of the Distance Education and Training Council (DETC). The Accrediting Commission of the Distance Education and Training Council is listed by the U.S. Department of Education as a nationally recognized accrediting organization.  The DETC can be reached at: 1601 18th Street, N.W., Washington, D.C.  20009; (202) 234-5100; www.detc.org.

Superior Course Materials – Learn the Concepts You Need to Know

When you enroll at Allied, you will have the reassurance that you are going to receive a solid academic foundation. The focused course materials delve into the anatomy and physiology topics you need to know to build a career in the health care industry.  With knowledge of the necessary concepts and procedures, you'll have the education to successfully move onto the next step.   

With Allied by your side, you're sure to reach your goals. Call (888) 822-2923 to get started today!