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Short Cycle Programmes (Associate's Degree)

Vocational School of Health Services - Medical Documentation and Secretarial - - Medical Documentation and Secretary

General Description

The Medical Documentation and Secretariat Program, was founded in 2011 within the scope of Giresun Üniversitesi Vocational School of Health and began its educational activities in the 2018-2019 academic year.

Within the scope of the Turkish Higher Education Qualifications Framework (TYYÇ); Our students who graduate from the program obtain the title of technician by having Basic Field Competencies coded 72 (health) under the International Standard Education Classification (ISCED) fields to which the programs are related.

Graduated students are eligible for SHORT LEVEL 'Associate Degree' at the 5th level according to the Qualifications Framework for European Higher Education Area (QF-EHEA) and European Qualifications Framework for Lifelong Learning (EQF-LLL).

Students are accepted through the central placement by ÖSYM, based on the results of the "TYT" score type for the Medical Documentation and Secretariat program. Additionally, priority is given to candidates who have graduated from high schools in the fields of health services.

Recognition of previous formal learning in higher education institutions, vertical, lateral and university transfers are carried out in accordance with the Regulation on the Principles of Transfer Between Associate and Bachelor's Degree Programs in Higher Education Institutions, Double Major, Minor and Inter-Institutional Credit Transfer published in the Official Gazette dated 24/4/2010 and numbered 27561, and "Associate and Bachelor's Degree Programs in Giresun University Higher Education Institutions" and the decisions of the Implementation Principles Directive on Transfer between, Double Majors, Minors and Inter-Institutional Credit Transfers. The adaptation of these students to the education programs is made by the relevant unit administrative boards.

To graduate from The Medical Documentation and Secretariat program, students must complete theoretical and practical courses for 3 semesters and vocational training courses in business in 1 semester successfully. Completing all the courses in the program (equivalent to a total of 120 ECTS) successfully and having a GPA of at least 2.00 out of 4.00 are the qualification requirements for the graduation.

The Medical Documentation and Secretariat degree affiliated to the Vocational School of Health Services provides 2 years of formal education. The language of education is Turkish. The International Standard Occupational Classification System (ISCO-08) and International Standard Education Classification (ISCED-F 2013) codes of the program within the scope of YÖK are 3344.02 and 005.0415.004.001. Purpose of the Program Medical Documentation and Secretarial Program aims to train health technicians who carry out secretarial services in various branches of health institutions, perform registration procedures related to the diagnosis, and the treatment of diseases, prepare and archive medical, administrative and statistical documents, prepare patients for examination with patient admission and file procedures, have sufficient knowledge, skills and competence in carrying out all other internal / external communication activities in health organizations, and provide written and verbal communication of the unit they work. The Model of the Education 3+1 Vocational Training in Business: Within the scope of the Framework Regulation on Applied Training in Higher Education; While theoretical and practical courses are given at the school for 3 semesters, vocational training is given full-time in a health institution for 1 semester. This model promotes students' adaptation to the business world and enables them to gain experience in real working environments.

Graduates who have successfully completed the Medical Documentation and Secretarial Associate Degree Program work in medical units such as clinics, polyclinics, laboratories, operating rooms, emergency rooms of private and public health institutions. In addition, they also work in administrative units such as health board, patient admission, patient files archive.

Undergraduate Programs for Vertical Transfer Graduates who successfuly complete associate degree education can transfer to programs on the table through external transfer exam. Click here for the table. https://dokuman.osym.gov.tr/pdfdokuman/2024/DGS/TERCIH/tablo2_18092024.pdf Undergraduate Programs that can be completed Students who graduated before 19.11.2014 can apply to programs on the table. Click here for the table. https://www.yok.gov.tr/DuyuruBelgeleri/E%C4%9Fitim%20%C3%96%C4%9Fretim%20Dairesi%20Ba%C5%9Fkanl%C4%B1%C4%9F%C4%B1/2024/saglik-onlisans-mezunlari-tamamlayacaklari-lisans-tablosu.pdf Click here for detailed information. https://www.yok.gov.tr/Sayfalar/DuyuruDetay.aspx?did=1484

Exams, assesment and evaluation are carried out in line with Giresun University "Associate and Undergraduate Education and Examination Regulations" and "Giresun University Vocational Schools Coordination 3+1 Vocational Education Model Implementation Instructions".

Graduation Requirements include conditions on declared ‘’Qualification Requirements and Rules’’ heading.

Mode of Study (Full-Time, Part-Time, E-Learning )

Tam Zamanlı

Giresun Üniversitesi Vocational School of Health Services Program Coordinator: Prof. Dr. Halil GÖKCE Adres: Giresun Üniversitesi Vocational School of Health Services Güre Campus GİRESUN Tel: 0454 310 1375 E Posta: halil.gokce@giresun.edu.tr

The Medical Documentation and Secretarial Program uses the classrooms and application laboratories of the Vocational School of Health Services for theoretical courses and applications. In addition, it provides students with the opportunity to reinforce their professional experience by offering internships in health institutions in Giresun province in practice courses and in health institutions in all provinces within the scope of vocational training course in the enterprise.

Program Learning Outcomes

1 Takes responsibility as a team member to resolve complex, unforeseen problems encountered in practices related to the field.
2 Has fundamental, current, and practical knowledge related to their profession.
3 Follows theoretical field knowledge, current developments, and applications related to their profession and uses them effectively.
4 Can effectively use information technologies, tools, equipment, and techniques aligned with current technology relevant to their professional field.
5 Possesses adequate knowledge in occupational health and safety, patient rights, environmental awareness, quality processes, and medical ethics.
6 Manages patient admission and registration processes in written or electronic form for patients applying to healthcare institutions.
7 Carries out the recording of diagnoses, treatment, and medical, administrative, and statistical documentation, as well as their archiving.
8 Has the ability to independently evaluate professional issues and problems with an analytical and critical approach and can propose solutions.
9 Manages patient admission and documentation procedures and prepares patients for examination in coordination with all internal/external health organization institutions.
10 Updates knowledge, skills, and competencies in the field with a commitment to lifelong learning, participating in necessary programs, in-service training activities, and other personal and professional development activities.
11 Follow up information in their field through using a foreign and communicate at a fundamental level with colleagues.
12 Communicates thoughts and solutions to problems in written and verbal forms, using the language of education, based on fundamental knowledge and skills in the profession.
13 Takes responsibility as a team member to solve complex, unforeseen issues encountered in practices related to the field.
14 Acts in accordance with ethical principles in the collection, application, and dissemination of data related to their field, respects patient rights, and demonstrates respect for social, scientific, and cultural values.

Outcomes Program - Turkey Association for Higher Education Qualifications Framework

TYYÇ
Program Learning Outcomes
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KNOWLEDGE
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SKILLS
1
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
2
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
COMPETENCES ( Competence to Work Independently and Take Responsibility )
1
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
2
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
3
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
COMPETENCES ( Learning Competence )
1
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
2
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
3
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
COMPETENCES ( Communication and Social Competence )
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2
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
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COMPETENCES ( Field Specific Competence )
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Course Structure Diagram with Credits

T : Theoretical P: Practice L : Laboratory
1. Semester
Course Unit Code [DersinDili] Course Unit Title Type of Course [D] [U] [L] AKTS Report
OSD-SEC-1 Turkish UNIVERSITY ELECTIVE I Elective 2 - - 2
TAR-101 Turkish ATATÜRK’S PRINCIPLES AND HISTORY OF REVOLUTION - I Compulsory 2 - - 2
TDS-103 Turkish CUSTOMER RELATIONSHIP MANAGEMENT Compulsory 3 - - 4
TDS-107 Turkish HEALTH SERVICES MANAGEMENT Compulsory 3 - - 4
TDS-111 Turkish PROFESSIONAL PRACTICE Compulsory 4 4 - 4
TDS-123 Turkish İLK YARDIM Compulsory 2 - - -
TIBBİ-DÖKÜMAN-2 Turkish MEDICAL DOCUMENTATION AND SECRETARYSHIP ELECTIVE COURSE GROUP-II Elective - - - 6
TIBBİ-DÖKÜMAN-I Turkish MEDICAL DOCUMENTATION AND SECRETARYSHIP ELECTIVE COURSE GROUP-I Elective - - - 2
TUR-101 Turkish TURKISH LANGUAGE - I Compulsory 2 - - 2
YDL-195 Turkish ENGLISH-I Compulsory 2 - - 2
Total 20 4 0 28
2. Semester
Course Unit Code [DersinDili] Course Unit Title Type of Course [D] [U] [L] AKTS Report
TAR-102 Turkish ATATÜRK’S PRINCIPLES AND HISTORY OF REVOLUTION - II Compulsory 2 - - 2
TDS-102 Turkish ORGANIZATIONAL BEHAVIOR Compulsory 3 - - 3
TDS-106 Turkish HOSPITAL MANAGEMENT AND PROCESSES Compulsory 3 - - 3
TDS-110 Turkish HEALTH LEGISLATION Compulsory 2 - - 2
TDS-112 Turkish MEDICAL SECRETARY PRACTICES-I Compulsory 2 6 - 6
TDS-114 Turkish TOUCH-TYPING TECHNIQUES Compulsory 2 - - 2
TIBBİ-DÖKÜMAN-3 Turkish TIBBİ DÖKÜMANTASYON VE SEKRETERLİK SEÇMELİ DERS GRUBU-II Elective - - - 8
TUR-102 Turkish TURKISH LANGUAGE - II Compulsory 2 - - 2
YDL-196 Turkish ENGLISH-II Compulsory 2 - - 2
Total 18 6 0 30
3. Semester
Course Unit Code [DersinDili] Course Unit Title Type of Course [D] [U] [L] AKTS Report
TDS-201 Turkish HEALTH PSYCHOLOGY Compulsory 2 - - 3
TDS-205 Turkish HEALTH INFORMATION SYSTEMS Compulsory 2 - - 3
TDS-207 Turkish MEDICAL DOCUMENTATION AND MANAGEMENT Compulsory 2 - - 3
TDS-211 Turkish MEDICAL SECRETARY PRACTICES-II Compulsory 4 4 - 6
TDS-215 Turkish MEDICAL CORRESPONDENCE TECHNIQUES Compulsory 3 - - 3
TIBBİ-DÖKÜMAN-4 Turkish TIBBİ DÖKÜMANTASYON VE SEKRETERLİK SEÇMELİ DERS GRUBU-3-4 Elective - - - 6
TIBBİ-DÖKÜMAN-5 Turkish TIBBİ DÖKÜMANTASYON VE SEKRETERLİK SEÇMELİ DERS GRUBU-3-4 Elective - - - 6
Total 13 4 0 30
4. Semester
Course Unit Code [DersinDili] Course Unit Title Type of Course [D] [U] [L] AKTS Report
TDS.UYG-202 Turkish WORKPLACE PRACTICE Compulsory - 22 - 14
TDS.UYG-204 Turkish WORKPLACE TRAINING Compulsory 5 - - 11
TDS.UYG-206 Turkish INTERNSHIP Compulsory - 2 - 5
Total 5 24 0 30
OSD-SEC-1 - UNIVERSITY ELECTIVE I
Course Unit Code [DersinDili] Course Unit Title Type of Course [D] [U] [L] AKTS Report
OSD-02 Turkish BUSINESS ETHICS AND VALUES EDUCATION Elective 2 - - 2
OSD-04 Turkish CAREER PLANNING Elective 2 - - 2
OSD-06 Turkish ACADEMİC AND SOCİAL ORİENTATİON Elective 2 - - 2
TIBBİ-DÖKÜMAN-2 - MEDICAL DOCUMENTATION AND SECRETARYSHIP ELECTIVE COURSE GROUP-II
Course Unit Code [DersinDili] Course Unit Title Type of Course [D] [U] [L] AKTS Report
TDS-105 Turkish INTRODUCTION TO BUSINESS Elective 3 - - 3
TDS-109 Turkish MEDICAL TERMINOLOGY Elective 2 - - 3
TIBBİ-DÖKÜMAN-I - MEDICAL DOCUMENTATION AND SECRETARYSHIP ELECTIVE COURSE GROUP-I
Course Unit Code [DersinDili] Course Unit Title Type of Course [D] [U] [L] AKTS Report
ATR101 Turkish AKADEMİK TÜRKÇE Elective 2 - - 2
TDS-113 Turkish VISUAL ARTS-I Elective 2 - - 2
TDS-115 Turkish OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH AND SAFETY Elective 2 - - 2
TDS-117 Turkish INFORMATION AND COMMUNICATION TECHNOLOGIES-I Elective 2 - - 2
TIBBİ-DÖKÜMAN-3 - TIBBİ DÖKÜMANTASYON VE SEKRETERLİK SEÇMELİ DERS GRUBU-II
Course Unit Code [DersinDili] Course Unit Title Type of Course [D] [U] [L] AKTS Report
TDS-108 Turkish FUNDAMENTALS OF LAW Elective 2 - - 2
TDS-116 Turkish INFORMATION AND COMMUNICATION TECHNOLOGIES-II Elective 2 - - 2
TDS-118 Turkish DISEASES KNOWLEDGE Elective 2 - - 2
TDS-120 Turkish VISUAL ARTS-II Elective 2 - - 2
TDS-122 Turkish PUBLIC HEALTH Elective 2 - - 2
TDS-124 Turkish SIGN LANGUAGE Elective 2 - - 2
TDS-126 Turkish RESEARCH METHODS AND TECHNIQUES Elective 2 - - 2
TDS-128 Turkish PUBLIC RELATIONS Elective 2 - - 2
TIBBİ-DÖKÜMAN-4 - TIBBİ DÖKÜMANTASYON VE SEKRETERLİK SEÇMELİ DERS GRUBU-3-4
Course Unit Code [DersinDili] Course Unit Title Type of Course [D] [U] [L] AKTS Report
TDS-209 Turkish LABOR AND SOCIAL SECURITY LAW Elective 2 - - 2
TDS-217 Turkish PROFESSIONAL CORRESPONDENCE Elective 2 - - 2
TDS-221 Turkish GENERAL ACCOUNTING Elective 2 - - 2
TDS-223 Turkish EXECUTIVE ASSISTANTSHIP Elective 2 - - 2
TDS-225 Turkish ENTREPRENEURSHIP Elective 2 - - 2
TDS-227 Turkish PROFESSIONAL ETHICS Elective 2 - - 2
TDS-229 Turkish BIOMEDICAL DEVICE TECHNOLOGY Elective 2 - - 2
TIBBİ-DÖKÜMAN-5 - TIBBİ DÖKÜMANTASYON VE SEKRETERLİK SEÇMELİ DERS GRUBU-3-4
Course Unit Code [DersinDili] Course Unit Title Type of Course [D] [U] [L] AKTS Report