Venting-- my not-so-good MT Program
Posted By: Crazysmt on 2008-03-04
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I'm about to graduate (next quarter) from an MT Program that is very flawed. I didn't know any better to start with, but I do now. I will complete the program since I have invested a year into it; however, I am really feeling alone. I receive no feedback whatsoever (only grades) from the instructor, and the material has some serious errors in it (which the teacher is unwilling to address). I started working through the BOS student workbook on my own, and I'm finding there is so much missing from this program that I'm frustrated. I feel like now have to learn all the things that I should have learned (paid to learn) on my own.
Frustrating!!!
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Venting - bad MT program
Don't feel bad - I got caught up in two bad programs - not to say I didn't learn anything, but ---- I'm just finishing my 3rd program. I never did finish the first two because I was so frustrated - DETERMINIATION!!!!
good training program
I recommend Selkirk College's Advanced Medical Transcription Program. The training I received there is just great and it is an accredited college program and a member of AAMT. The training program follows industry guidelines.
http://abt.selkirk.bc.ca/amtprogram/
Penn Foster isn't a good school/program. I would
suggest finding a mentoring program of find an in-house position.
Good MT Schools--CareerStep Medical Transcription Program
Hi--saw your message and I am a graduate of a really good MT school--CAREERSTEP.
Just type in www.careerstep.com and check it out!! It is really a good school and they have either textbook and tapes method or online course--2 types, I believe--Gold online and Platinum online. Goodluck!!!
Welcome to MT! I find it a good career. This info should be included in your training program... nm
Meditec supposed to be good but has a waiting list. The SOAP program
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Venting
I can feel your pain. I graduated from MT school about 4 months ago. I have put in dozens of applications, sent numerous resumes and passed endless amounts of tests. I have 1 year experience under my belt and i still am unable to find work. Like you I have visited or called every doctor's office within 30 miles of my home with no luck. I understand this can be a tough market to break into but everyone starts somewhere. I have even applied for companies that say 0-1 year experience pass the tests and never hear from them. I will keep you in my prayers and hope things get better for you.
Venting and Searching
Okay, I need to vent. I've been at this study now for 1 1/2 years and am SOOO ready to be done with it. I have become so frustrated with the online course that I am taking. I get the hint they are severely understaffed, having to wait sometimes 2 weeks to get one transcript graded and back to me. Now, I am ready to submit a transcript that they require a 90% target accuracy rate on and I need to ask them questions. I have submitted 2 e-mails and called them now 3 times, only being allowed to leave messsages which noone will return. They grade everything with such inconsistencies that it's impossible to know what to do anymore. I need to know from them if they will mark me off for adding headings to a HISTORY AND PHYSICAL EXAMINATION or mark me off if I don't add them (I have been marked off for both). And the doctor has put blood work in a separate paragraph than the physical exam. I know I will not get a 90% and they will mark me off either way, so I wanted to get some advice from someone at the school!!! BTW, this is Allied and I know they are hated here on this board. I am just trying to do the best with what I have gotten and they are making it increasingly difficult!! Thanks!
Just Venting!! Thanks for reading
How come we spend our time and our money to go to school for this for something that is such a high demand for and we cant get a job doing it??
This is messed up.
Good. The lab book was a good choice.
Be sure you look through each book when you get it. Put tabs on sections you will want to refer to quickly. I know my lab book (not Stedman's) has all kinds of extra sections. I think my next purchase would be the cardiac book. Then neuro or OB-GYN after that, depending on which you are getting more of in your work.
try the SUM Program
It is the best one I know of. Good luck.
MT program
Hi,
I took the Oak Horizon course offered at CVCC in Hickory NC.
At the time I took it, it was 2 semesters. But it is now a 3 semester course.
It was tough but I managed to make the honor roll.
Take care!!
The CS program done via the
community college is actually a better program! I would definitely consider myself a CS graduate. Put CS first, and I wouldn't even mention a community college unless you are asked. Where you took the CS course shouldn't matter. Good luck to you.
The program more than likely can be used elsewhere.
It doesnt mean you are paying for work. After you have been in transcription a while you will have dozens of programs on your computer for some reason or another. I have about 20 :) Some were free and some I had to pay for.
FTP program
Does anyone know of a good FTP program, and how to work one? Sorry if this is posted to the wrong board, but I am new to posting anything. :-(. Thanks in advance.
AIM program
Does anyone have any experience with the AIM mentoring program through Allstatae Transcription? Any info would be helpful!
AIM program
That was what I was afraid of! I have already paid my $99. and she said that it would be about a month before I could get started because she had a new client starting and she was going to start my internship with that client. Did you do any interning with her at all? Why did your friend go 5 months?? Thanks for your info I really appreciate it!
AIM program
Yes, I went through the program earlier this year and was able to find a job because of it. However, I never did receive my certificate in the mail.
M-TEC uses the SUM Program.
You are provided detailed feedback from an actual live human being who has experience in the field.
CareerStep has their own dictations that you compare to a computer program. You have to deduce for yourself if the differences in your transcription versus the "key" are true errors or acceptable style differences or if you are correct and the person who transcribed the report for the course made an error. If you have questions, you are to contact student support, who may or may not have time to provide feedback, and that feedback may or may not be accurate.
I went to CS, but I also did the SUM program on my own. If I had it all to do over again, I would not choose that program. I would go with Andrews or M-TEC. I did graduate with high honors, and I did get a great job a week after graduating (with a company I still work for), but I supplemented the course with the SUM program, Language of Medicine, and the HPI workbooks. There really is no comparison when it comes to the quality of materials. The CS course is essentially homemade whereas the materials used by M-Tec have been created and vetted by knowledgeable professionals.
OSI mentor program.
I applied and have not heard anything yet? Have any one else applied. Thanks.
I don't know about their mentor program...
But I have been working for them for about 6 months now and absolutely love them. I highly recommend them, and I have heard good things about their mentor program. I just haven't experienced it first-hand.
Lisha
Try an internship program
Cort Medical and Accustat Carolinas both have a mentoring progam, I also graduated from PCDI and could not find work, I had to work for free in an intership program for 8 weeks to get a job in the end, this might sound hopeless but I know how frustrating it is to look for work, I now have been working steady for accustat and love them if you need more information email me at flgeitner@comcast.net if you wish and may be I can help..
OSI Mentoring Program
Ever heard of OSi Mentoring Program?? Is this supposed to be on the up and up???? Good program? Bad program? Good company???? Thanks for the info....:)
osi mentor program
Just wanted to throw in my 2 cents. I am currently in the OSi mentor program and while it lacks a lot of structure, I am certainly getting my foot in the door and obtaining the experience necessary to move on to another company when possible.
Is there anyone at your school/program who can help?
Would it be possible for you to ask someone for more sample ESL dictations to transcribe? Would you be able to buy a CD of ESL dictation?
This company has an ESL CD: http://www.absoluteexperience.com/AudioSamples.html
The typing program I have is .......
Mavis Beacon Teaches Typing, which I have had for years. It doesn't cost much and allows you to practice your typing and improve typing speed.
Also, used to get a lot of headaches sitting in front of the computer but since I bought a radiation shield/screen to hang in front of my monitor, that has relieved a lot of my eye strain and headaches. It tones down the brightness of the monitor, which I didn't realize was so bright and how it affected by eyes until I put the filter screen in front of it. But I also wear glasses now for nearsightedness as a result of sitting in front of computers for years in previous jobs.
Anyway, hope this helps.
I don't know particulars about the MT program, but
my 14-YO took a course from them and it was a joke. You have to have finished at least 8th grade to take their classes, so that should tell you there they their courses aren't very challenging. Everything is open book and if you flunk the test the first go round, or just do poorly, you get a second chance to take the test, though you can only get a 70 if you have to take the test again, even if you score higher. I wouldn't waste money on it because it is like taking some classes from some of the other schools, it is just money wasted and their reputation isn't great and unless they are terribly desperate or running a scam, will pass you over. M-Tec, Andrews, and Career-Step are good some schools (not necessarily in that order). I believe the PF course is close to $1000 and you can take the course for close to the same amount at a local community college.
Mentoring program
Allstate Transcription has a mentoring program for those who are interested in something like this. Feel free to visit the website to learn more. Click on the AIM Program link, then Detailed Overview.
Advice for your program
Our company hires a good deal of recent grads, though most have a few months of experience.
Let me tell you what I see in their work and tests when they are referred to me because they cannot make their quality audits or they want to test to move up:
1) They have no idea what the AAMT BOS-2 is most of the time; those who do, seem to have just glanced at it. Please, please thoroughly study this wonderful resource and have your students deliberately practice these guidelines.
2) Teach them appropriate grammar and punctuation. Simple basic English grammar and punctuation that should have been learned in grade school and many do not have it.
3) Teach them to never, ever guess and to always use spellcheck. I am usually shocked at what could have been avoided had these 2 simple techniques been employed.
4) Teach them that even when they feel they are at their best game, they should - at the very least - periodically review AND relisten to their work before submitting it. Maybe 2 reports a day or so. Re-read it first for any spelling, grammar, terminology and punctuation errors. Then, relisten to that same report.
These very, very basic skills should be intinctive if they are well taught.
Please feel free to write if you'd like a more in-depth discussion about other trends I see in their work.
Took their intern program too
I felt the intern program was taking my training to a higher level and fine tuning that training in a way that would get me working faster and make me both more productive and confident when I finished it. Not only that, the growing experience with different companies only helped cement that training, which is something I will always have as I go forward. Meditec is not a scam and they are very supportive.
Maybe everyone does not need an internship opportunity, but I knew I wanted one and am glad to have had it. Besides, that very internship was one of the main reasons I chose Meditec in the first place. I did pay a little extra for it, but I am worth that investment! I have been on paid status since the internship and never had to worry about getting that very important first MT job.
Good luck to everyone and God Bless.
Unfortunately this program is horrible and
you wasted your money. Many people have come here complaining they can't get a job after completing this course and end of having to take another course. You're chances of getting a job are very slim.
Internship program
Has anyone completed the internship program offered by Allstate Transcription? Did you receive a job offer? Is it worth the money?
If you're already in an MT program, then do get it and
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AIM Mentoring Program
AIM got back to me in 5-7 days.
which program did you complete?
nm
M-Tec certificate program
I want to thank everyone who responded to my other post about choosing a school. I have read web pages and MT chat boards till my head hurts. When I think I've made my decision, then I read something else that makes me think about it more.
I'm wondering, when people recommend M-Tec, are they referring to the certificate or the diploma program. Some make is sound like you can't get work unless you have the diploma program? After reading their website, I do think they have a more extensive certificate program than the others I was considering. It seems though that there will not be much help in obtaining a job afterwards, but a push towards upgrading to the diploma program. I know a couple of people that have completed a less extensive certificate program and are able to work at home, but their schools had placement support.
Are there any M-Tec grads from the certificate program that could help me out...tell me of their experience? I would appreciate it. I really need to enroll and get on with the schooling part very very soon. :)
Thank you for every one's opinions, advice and help!
Becca in Mi
I did a internship program...sm
I entered an internship program. I was in it for 6 months. I ended up finding a job and told them I was leaving the intern. While in the intern I was still never guaranteed a job. I did it because it was a legit MT company and I needed the actual work exp to get a job. The startout pay with this company if they hired was 6 cpl though. I ended up getting a job for .065 cpl somewhere though. I have since went up from that rate. I think 7 cpl is good pay for a newbie. I know it is rare a newbie is offered that much. But I am not familiar with the internship on here. So I can't advise you or not.
I don't mean to burst your bubble but when you start an intern or do get a job you will find that you weren't as ready as you thought you were. There is a lot as a newbie I did not know that I learned with hands on exp. An internship was kind of like a transition from school to work. I would advise you to find out the name of this place that offers this internship and do some investigating and research on it.
Good luck to you in whatever your decision is.
AIM internship program
This is EXACTLY what I've been looking for! A chance to actually work without the stress of that first job. But is it reputable? Can anyone recommend it, and will it help significantly to find a job? thank you!
AIM mentoring program
I would personally stay far away from this "opportunity." No mentoring program you have to pay for and work for free can make up for inadequate training. AIM will let you work for free until the last 2-4 weeks of their 12-week mentorship. If you can transcribe at 98% or better on QA, they will pay you 2-4 cpl. Flipping burgers pays better than that! For this "opportunity" you have to pay them $99 (admissions fee or whatever they are calling it). Bottom line, you pay for this mentorship. Will they guarantee you employment? I seriously doubt it.
Check out M-Tec and Andrews. You will get what you pay for. Good luck!
Lilly
What word program
do most companies require you to have to work for them? I have wordperfect 12 right now and have been using it for school. I am planning on buying something else before I start working, but I'm not sure what would be best.
I like Shortcut program. JS
Halfway done with program
I just stumbled across this board today. I have been doing the home study certificate course from Penn Foster an am ready to be done!!! Does anyone have any tips on finding employment? I'm hearing that more and more places are going to voice recognition software and that is eliminating the need for transcriptionists. Is this true? I'm hoping I can find work I can do at home in my spare time to bring in some supplemental income.
What was your previous training program? nm
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Wasn't 5.1 the last DOS-based WP program? Not sure...nm
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word processing program
Does anyone know of the most-used and best software program for MT's?
Sum beginners program versions
I have cassettes, books, transcript keys, etc. for the Sum beginners program. This is probably a dumb question, but do all of these items have to be the same version or manufactured the same year to all match?
...should add - that is with finishing a respected MT program. nm
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The Jumpstart program is really suited for those
who already have a better than average grasp of grammar, sentence structure, and medical terminology. Additionally, the best candidate for the program will be a quick study. If you're not a "get with the program" type of person, Jumpstart is NOT for you.
Internship Program at this site
Below is a link to an Internship program for MT's
Also was a nurse, still am. You NEED an MT program to learn about this job, not
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Go to http://www.horusdevelopment.com/ and try their program.
It is free to try, and less than $20 to buy. You can make lists of anything, it automatically alphabetizes them for you. Sure beats searching a handwritten list.
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