10795NAT Diploma of Healthcare Documentation
Australia’s premier medical transcription course.
Medical transcription is primarily an online occupation, giving you a real opportunity to have a professional career from the comfort of your own home. A Medical Transcriptionist is responsible for the conversion of doctor-patient interactions into written documents that form part of the patient’s medical record. With most healthcare providers now outsourcing these services, there’s never been a higher demand for well-trained medical transcription professionals.
Choose TalentMed for the quality education and industry expertise you need to succeed in Medical Transcription.
Everything you need to succeed
This nationally recognised medical transcription course is designed to help make you work-ready with everything you need to succeed including –
- Personal support from qualified trainers and our technical support team
- Delivered entirely online through a fun and interactive learning portal
- Access to hundreds of authentic transcription reports in 32+ medical specialities
- Excellent job placement assistance to help turn your education into a dream career
- 3-month free subscription to award-winning Keyboard automation software
Everything you need to succeed is included in your tuition fees. For more information regarding our fees and charges, please check out the Tuition Options tab.
Expert-Created Curriculum
TalentMed’s nationally accredited training package includes both healthcare theory and real-world medical transcription training. This expert-designed medical transcription course will best prepare you for a smooth and successful transition to the workplace.
- Flexible online learning
- Nationally recognised training
- Industry approved curriculum
- Theory and practicum sections
- Personal student support
- Resources included
| Unit Code | Unit Title | Nominal Hours |
|---|---|---|
| FSKWTG010 | Write complex workplace texts | 20 |
| HCDEPP504 | Maintain and enhance professional practice in healthcare documentation | 100 |
| HCDPRE502 | Prepare to transcribe and edit healthcare documentation | 150 |
| HCDTER501 | Apply advanced knowledge of healthcare terminology | 250 |
| HCDTED503 | Transcribe and edit complex healthcare documentation | 450 |
| Total nominal hours | 970 |
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TalentHub
TalentHub is your virtual campus and interactive learning environment where you access all your course materials, resources and support services available. Through TalentHub you can also engage with your qualified trainers, student support staff and most importantly, your fellow students.
- My Wall – post messages, ‘like’ activities and view your news feed.
- My Courses – 24 hour access to all of your course materials, including videos, tutorials and practical exercises.
- My Inbox – your personal inbox to communicate with your trainers, support teams and friends.
- My Achievements – receive badges, view your assessment results and track your progress.
- My Friends – add friends and connect with classmates.
Social Learning
TalentHub provides you with a secure and interactive learning environment that allows you to access a wealth of learning resources. Log in anywhere and anytime to access your learning resources.
- My Groups – create groups with other students, to share ideas and network with each other.
- My Forums – network with your classmates via the student forum.
- My Notifications – keep up-to-date with daily activity on TalentHub.
- My Help – live chat with your trainers, student and technical support teams with any questions you have.
- My Settings – update your profile or cover photo, change your preferences and reset your password.
Flexible Tuition Options
TalentMed offers flexible and affordable payment options which allow you to choose how and when you would like to pay for your course. With most diplomas priced between $10,000-$15,000, TalentMed’s quality diploma level qualifications rank among Australia’s most affordable.
To view a full list of fees and charges, please access the Statement of Tuition Fees listed below.
Reviews and Testimonials
Jess Wealands
23:48 27 Mar 21
I don't know why it took me so long to sign up for this course! I'm enjoying it so much and the trainers make sure I am supported. I really recommend this course to anyone looking into commencing a transcription course.
Becky Pammenter
23:38 17 Feb 21
A great online platform for learning, very supportive online tutors , access to a huge array of material 24/7. I’m currently studying medical transcription and it’s a fantastic course. Highly recommend TalentMed
Chloe Wang
05:57 20 Nov 20
Great experience with TalentMed and I would recommend to my friends who wants to get the health management industry.
kuncoro sugiono
03:16 27 Jul 20
This is a great course with a great support. Any questions are answered promptly and thoroughly. This course provides you with a great qualification and a very flexible career. Never regret enrolling in this course. :D
Belinda Wijaya
00:54 26 Jul 20
I did not regret enrolling to this course, especially during difficult times like now. I like that I can go at my own pace doing this course and even though it is an online course, I can still receive a lot of help and support from TalentMed team and my instructor. Thank you for the opportunities you have given us to work from home :)
Renee Galea
06:39 17 Jul 20
I'm loving the course so far. I love the structure, love the support not only from the lecturers but other students as well. I highly recommend this course.
Kerry Tully
02:51 06 Jul 20
I have recently completed the Diploma of Healthcare Documentation and have thoroughly enjoyed the experience. After having not studied for more years than I care to admit, I initally was concerned about attempting the Diploma. However, the resources and the trainers were fantastic. As an online course you have access 24/7 to fit around your other commitments. The trainers are very approachable, respond quickly to any of your questions and are always there to help you succeed. Thoroughly recommend studying with TalentMed
Jesslyn Lengkong
23:15 24 May 20
I just completed the course and must say it is quite different from what i expected.It is so difficult to find online learning with such good support. I very much appreciated the support I received from Ann-Marie and Raisa. They are quick to respond and answer your questions very thoroughly. Furthermore, the feedback is something I appreciated throughout the course as they justify the scores. It is a long but very thorough course, letting you practice your skills long before you go into the profession. They also provide you with a graduation course after completion to help ease you into you career. I am yet to look thoroughly into this, but would imagine this would be very helpful.The only downside is that some of the activities had some spelling and grammar mistakes, but this is very minor and can easily be overlooked. Still a great course and would recommend it to anyone thinking of becoming a medical transcriptionist.
Lorrae Gnanachandran
11:37 27 Apr 20
I am almost a few months into this course and I have learnt so much so far. I love the flexibility of the course and feel like the trainers are really supportive and helpful and that they genuinely care about me succeeding. It is challenging, but I am really enjoying the challenge and cannot wait to keep progressing through and hopefully launching a new career in the not too distant future that better fits my family's needs :)
Genevieve Milligan
03:04 20 Apr 20
I recently finished my Diploma in Healthcare Documentation with TalentMed. It has been a challenging, interesting and rewarding experience overall. The course work is well set out and easy to follow with tonnes of reference materials online and fantastic support staff always keeping students up to date. Even over the last few weeks of my course during the challenges of COVID-19 Ann-Marie, Raisa and Lauren were prompt with their responses and assistance. I highly recommend this course to anyone who wants to experience what it is REALLY like to be a medical transcriptionist and I look forward to starting my new career when things get back to normal. Thanks!
Sam
13:24 06 Apr 20
Challenging but engaging. The trainers are knowledgeable and helpful.
Nawal Kamran Jaka
05:41 03 Apr 20
I just completed my diploma in Healthcare documentation. It was a very good experience. The support that TalentMed provides throughout the course is commendable. I think this course is a great initiative for people like me who plan to work from home.
Inika Tolomei
02:30 17 Mar 20
Once sceptical, I took the risk and I am glad I did. I have just completed my 12 month diploma with TalentMed and always felt very supported by the team. Thank you for everything. Here’s to starting work at home as a medical transcriptionist. I highly recommend giving this course a go if you want to work from home or on the go. Thanks again.Inika
Chloe Hollands
21:17 02 Mar 20
I’m currently completing my Assessment Manual for the Diploma in Healthcare Documentation. The support and encouragement displayed by the trainers is absolutely amazing. They are really prompt in their responses to any questions, incredibly friendly, super supportive and completely non judgmental. Even if I thought I was asking a silly question regarding clarification of as assessment task, the trainers always validated my reasoning for asking questions. At no point do you ever feel like you’re doing this diploma alone. The coursework is easily able to be worked around other life commitments with adequate time provided to complete modules and assessment. I’m really looking forward to completing the diploma and getting into the workplace!
Rebecca Stanley
04:03 24 Feb 20
I started studying my Diploma of Healthcare Documentation through TalentMed a few months ago and I have already learnt so much! The support is amazing and they’re always happy to help. Any question I have gets answered very thoroughly to ensure I’m ahead. They also occasionally reach out to make sure you’re finding the course okay. The course is well laid out and easy to navigate and I can’t wait to finish to get into a work from home role!
Keith-Pinky Sy
01:10 19 Feb 20
I am a recent graduate of the Diploma of Healthcare Documentation. I have found the course as the perfect jump-off point for me to re-enter the workforce after several years in semi-retirement. The workload is manageable, interesting and practical. Being an online course, it affords the flexibility I need to achieving work-life balance. I am grateful for the amazing guidance and support afforded to me by the trainers and program managers throughout the duration of my study - and even after graduation! I am now in the process of applying for jobs and am optimistic that my TalentMed training will prove valuable in attaining my personal and professional goals at this stage of my life.
Alexander Ong
03:22 12 Feb 20
I graduated with the Diploma of Healthcare Documentation about a month ago. Coming from a science background, the course was somewhat easy for me except for the transcription block where it was sometimes challenging to decipher what the doctors were saying on the recordings. That said the course was very easy to follow and all my queries were addressed in a professional manner. What I love about TalentMed is the constant non-judgemental support they give up to the point of graduation. As I currently have a job, I asked if they were ok for me to approach them for help in transcription job-searching when I decide to gain employment as a medical transcriptionist and they told me they were happy to help. On the phone after my final assessment, my course assessor also told me all the details surrounding employment (eg I will not be on my own at the start and all my work will be checked by a senior transcriptionist; the 'five-year experience' required by employers is waived by completing this diploma) and I appreciate that very much. I took more than a year to complete the course but that was because I had other commitments - I love how you could do it in your own timing and you could have multiple attempts on assessments (though I did not have to repeat any). I would say most people with full-time or part-time jobs should complete the course within a year, otherwise fastest at six months. As this diploma by TalentMed is the only one that is officially recognised in Australia for medical transcription, anyone looking for employment in this industry should not hesitate to sign up for this course at TalentMed. The amount of practice recordings in Block 3 were many a time overwhelming (which is actually a good thing for practice) and some were just too challenging for me (sometimes it's not our fault, it's the poor quality recording from the hospitals or the way the doctors dictate things) and I wanted to just give up all the time, but fortunately most recordings are not too hard, answers are provided after each attempt and being able to complete it in my own timing made me press on to completion. You learn to develop sharper listening skills and your own way of working around challenges in listening when transcribing reports - I treasure this new learnt skill from this course a lot and you will begin to subconsciously apply this even in everyday settings, at work and at home when communicating with others. Additionally, you gain science and medical knowledge, especially how doctors diagnose, manage and treat diseases and patients and who knows when this knowledge could come in handy in your own life! Hence going through this course can truly be a life-changing process. Time, initiative (eg doing your own research) and perseverance are needed to complete this course, especially for those without a science background, but take everything a step at a time, set small and achievable goals with this course each day (it is ok to take breaks and come back to the course when you feel ready to tackle it again and it is also ok to make mistakes - you learn best from your mistakes), make sure you get enough rest (because alertness and not sleepiness is key to successfully transcribing the dictations), take every step of the course as a new educational experience (don't be overly frustrated and be patient with the process) and you will have gained a brand new skill at the end of the day. Working online or alone in a healthcare setting is such an ideal job for a person like me and I am happy that I have such a cert in hand so that I can use it if I need to in the future. Thank you TalentMed for making this such a valuable educational experience.
Deb Carpenter
05:03 06 Oct 19
I have recently completed my Diploma in Healthcare Documentation. This has been an amazing and at times, challenging course but money well spent. The amount of material supplied, the relevance of the entire course content, and support and feedback given by the expert trainers has been exceptional throughout the entire course. Not to mention the new found skills and knowledge developed along the way. Great course, highly recommend it!
Pam Tilley
07:01 13 Aug 19
I recently completed the Diploma of Healthcare Documentation. This is a very well run course with help just a click or a phone call away. I would like to thank my trainer Ann-Marie and all the staff at TalentMed for giving me support and assistance when it was needed. I very much recommend this course to anyone looking for a challenge in a very interesting field of healthcare.
Tina
13:12 12 Aug 19
I started my course in May 2019 and I must say it has been brilliant. It certainly isn’t a walk in the park but the support staff are amazing. It is very informative, challenging and a great way to get your diploma to be able to work from home. If you put in the hard yards, you will certainly reap the rewards. I highly recommend checking out their courses if you’re looking for a change in direction and a new career.
Vinda Velasco
08:58 29 Jul 19
I love the flexibility, the support of the team and the promising future that it will bring with the use of technology and research.I have just graduated the course after almost 3 years but I persevere and aim to the finish line. Thank you Talentmed for your help and understanding.
Frances McCowan
00:58 22 Apr 19
This has been an amazing online course. I am addicted to studying and upskilling , and to me this course is very clear and easy to follow.My aim is to transition to retirement without giving up work totally, I searched for a year for something I could do from home and have now found it! Thank you for you supporting my study in becoming a Medical Transcriptionist, I can't wait to graduate.Frances Stancombe McCowan
Karen Long
07:19 11 Apr 19
I have just recently graduated, the support from the trainers was excellent. The course work was manageable around my home and work life. Even though I do not have a medical background I found that the course layout was not complicated but at times it did feel like I was doing a medical degree. On completion of the course I was put in touch with NTS and am now doing a two week trial, the process was easy.
Jane Clare
03:49 31 Jan 19
This course has been perfect for me as I have an insatiable love of learning, and in this field the learning never stops! It is well-structured, with an incredible level of student support (special thanks to Anne-Marie and Raisa for this) and plenty of hands-on practical transcription experience. Looking forward to working in this field!
Belinda Clare
03:43 31 Jan 19
This course has been perfect for me as I have an insatiable love of learning, and in this field the learning never stops! It is well-structured, with an incredible level of student support (special thanks to Anne-Marie and Raisa for this) and plenty of hands-on practical transcription experience. Looking forward to working in this field!
Lalit Oberoi
06:42 19 Jan 19
I have just finished my Diploma of Healthcare Documentation with TalentMed and I must say the learning process was gradual and smooth. The course structure is excellent and has all the necessary elements needed to be a successful Medical Transcriptionist. The support from the staff and the TalentMed team was exceptional. I would recommend this course for anyone who is thinking to get into this industry of Medical transcription. The course starts from the scratch and takes you through the intricate level of medical terminologies, pharmaceutical and other related areas and surprisingly keeping it interesting. Thanks TalentMed team for your support.
Danielle Murgida
10:31 17 Jan 19
I finished my course with TalentMed in Nov of last year and found it to be an extremely rewarding experience giving me the foundation I need to pursue a career as a Medical Transcriptionist. The team at TalentMed were amazing to deal with right from the very first phone call I ever made to the last one upon completion of the course. I was then referred to a well known transcription company and I now have secured a position and am employed in this field. This was a worthwhile investment of time and money for me as now I am reaping the rewards. Thank you TalentMed.
Jennifer Chappell
06:15 16 Jan 19
I have just graduated from the TalentMed course and I have had the privilege of having the best trainers/mentors I have ever come across in any educational setting. Nothing is too much trouble for them, be it queries, IT, questions about the course and even if you have personal problems. I could not recommend them and the course enough. I am just sorry I have finished and don’t have their support anymore.
Cassie Wiggett
06:00 26 Oct 18
I have just recently completed my Diploma in Healthcare Documentation. I got nothing but amazing support and knowledge from the staff and the resources that this company supplies. Within 1week of graduating the graduation support team had sent me details of a job opportunity, and along with this you receive access to information on how to apply for future jobs and other important topics relating to life after graduation. I can not thank the Talent Med team enough for all the support and confidence boosting I need throughout my course.
Vilma Stephen
09:33 18 Oct 18
I have just graduated as a Medical Transcriptionist and I really appreciate the support and encouragement Anne Marie and the whole TalentMed team gave me along the way. Even at times when I thought it was impossible, I got the best backup ever.I really enjoyed studying for the Diploma and I would recommend to anyone who is interested, as the TalendMed team is understanding, friendly and patient at all times, and you could call them and they are ready to help anytime. They even help out in finding job placements on completion of the course.All the best, TalentMed!
Kelli Bushell
00:32 12 Oct 18
I am getting closer to completing the course. Very challenging, but also rewarding. The Student Support and Anne-Marie have been most helpful and supportive throughout the course. Onwards and upwards from here.
Jenny Chappell
07:01 11 Oct 18
I have nearly finished my course with TalentMed. I cannot praise them highly enough, especially the trainers. They are extremely knowledgeable about every aspect of the course and they are willing to impart their knowledge to the trainees. They are empathetic with all manner of personal trials and I have enjoyed my journey of learning with them.
Jodie Williamson
03:48 06 Apr 18
As a late starter to Jump into doing a course let alone a Diploma has been the most rewarding thing I have done.Thanks to Talentmed they had me hang in there through the tough times with a lot of tremendous support,Thanks Ann-Marie Sponge. I would recommend Talentmed to anyone wanting to further a career change into transcribing either to work independently or for a company.It certainly was not an easy course, but it was good to follow others through Facebook to know that you weren't the only one that had bumps along the way and that we could all support each other.Cheers to everyone.
Lou Sheedy
22:19 06 Feb 18
I finished this course just before Christmas. Due to health reasons, I needed to find another job, (previously I had my own cleaning business), and being able to have a job that I can work from home would be perfect. I have always had an interest in the medical field, and this would be perfect. I loved the course, I did find it quite challenging at times, sometimes I even thought of giving up, but I didn't and now here I am, a Qualified Medical Transcriptionist :-)The support from Talentmed was great! I am so glad I did this :-)
Louie Sheedy
22:14 06 Feb 18
Hi Finished this course just before Christmas. Due to health reasons, I needed to find another job, (previously I had my own cleaning business), and being able to have a job that I can work from home would be perfect. I have always had an interest in the medical field, and this would be perfect. I loved the course, I did find it quite challenging at times, sometimes I even thought of giving up, but I didn't and now here I am, a Qualified Medical Transcriptionist :-) The support from Talentmed was great! I am so glad I did this :-)
Maria Blundell
07:22 11 Jan 18
I have recently graduated and received my Diploma of Healthcare Documentation. I am very proud of myself for completing this challenging course. I look forward to starting work as a Medical Transcriptionist. The trainers were all wonderfully helpful.
Kathryn OBrien
11:57 09 Jan 18
A very challenging course but I love a challenge! I worked full time and finished the course with a good score. It was not easy but it was worth it as this is a field which I am very interested in and I love the way it has expanded my mind and pushed me to do my very best.
Kathryn O'Brien
11:53 09 Jan 18
I recently finished and passed the course and I highly recommend it. It was challenging and exacting and I liked that. I am looking forward to starting transcriptions in the real world as other students who have passed have done. Making a start in a new career is difficult and requires a lot of hard work and I think this course teaches that. If I could pass this course while working full-time I can do anything.
Cara Hodgson
03:02 21 Dec 17
This is a wonderful course. I learnt so much not only in transcription but the industry itself. The help given by the TalentMed support crew was amazing, especially Mary & Ann Marie from student support without them it would have been so much harder to complete.
Esther Thorp
02:47 20 Dec 17
I have just completed my training with TalentMed and I just had to let you all know how wonderful it was! From the easy to navigate interface, the incredible in-depth training I received to the fantastic support from the trainers - I have to say a big THANK YOU to them! I definitely recommend studying with TalentMed. You won't regret it!
Esther Thorp
02:31 20 Dec 17
I have just completed my training with TalentMed and I just had to let you all know how wonderful it was! From the easy to navigate interface, the incredible in-depth training I received to the fantastic support from the trainers - I have to say a big THANK YOU to them! I definitely recommend studying with TalentMed. You won't regret it!
Smita Acharya
05:30 23 Nov 17
When I started with the course, it was on career step. But I transitioned to Australian course and that was the best thing that happened. Although at that time I wasn't happy, eventually it turned out to be more relevant. I enjoyed the course and the transcription modules. Best part is the help and support that we get throughout the course.I can't thank Ann Marie enough. She's such a wonderful trainer. The admin team is also very helpful.
Rose Stewart
21:35 26 Oct 17
I have just finished the course and I would recommend it to anyone wanting to get into this as a career, sometimes the course can be frustrating, but I am 55 and working in a factory, it's time for me to get out of factory work, I have always wanted to be a transcriptionist but couldn't afford to do this course, now Talenmed has made it possible for anyone to do it with the VET FEE help, highly recommended, this was the best choice I have made by far
Rose Stewart
21:31 26 Oct 17
I have finally graduated my course with Talentmed, I enjoyed the course, especially the practise transcriptions, I am 55 and I am searching for a new career, I have always been interested in transcription, I am grateful to Talentmed for all their help in getting me through this course, it is frustrating at times but worthwhile, I worked hard with the factory job I have now and study, I would like to work for a company as well as freelance, I would recommend this course to anyone who wants to do this as a career
Maria Aloneftis
23:49 25 Jul 17
I have a special interest in medicine and come from a Greek background.Therefore I can understand how medical terminology is structured. I qualified in stenography where speed and accuracy is paramount. My journey so far with TalentMed has been memorable. I have been challenged and tested by the course content and assisted by TalentMed trainers every step of the way. Their experience and knowledge is priceless. The main reason I had to embark on this learning journey was that I can work from home once I have qualified. I am eager to learn and attain my diploma in such a specialised and skilled field as a Medical Transcriptionist. Maria Aloneftis
ELIZABETH YOUNG
12:19 27 Oct 16
I started the course with some trepidation and anxiety. Now, five weeks in, I am really enjoying the experience and look forward to learning and gaining confidence in my abilities.
Tonya Walker
21:53 14 Oct 16
I have always wanted to do this type of work, and now that I have the opportunity, I am going to give it a go and do the very best possible. I am grateful that it will give me experience and knowledge to go further in my career. Thank you TalendMed.
Tonya Walker
21:50 14 Oct 16
So far, it has been a great course for me, and something I have always wanted to do. I am so glad that I am able to do it and gain experience and knowledge. I couldn't be happier.
Scott Hind
11:15 12 Oct 16
Started this course recntly and i am finding it to be a very well supported. I look forward to the remaining modules and the support form the TalentMed team and fellow students.
Ronnie Goomba
09:11 12 Oct 16
I am in the early stages of my training with Talentmed, but I am so impressed with the content and the presentation. I have completed a previous Diploma via online learning and have found Talentmed's programme so much easier and far more supportive than that I experienced before. Having left a 20 year career in management administration due to circumstances that required me to be full time at home as a carer, I was despairing of ever finding a career that I could both learn and practice from home. Searching through Indeed and Seek led me to Ozescribe as one of the few genuine work from home opportunities, and that led me to Talentmed. I'm so glad it did! I'm truly enjoying the course, and can't wait to finish and send an expression of interest to Ozescribe. I would recommend Talentmed's programme to anyone seeking a genuine work from home career.A new life and career awaits, can't wait to get started!Give it a try! Regards, Karen Schulz.
Deanna Greaves
09:00 12 Oct 16
Currently studying the course. I would recommend to anyone wanting to work from home.
Don Robin Fergusson
06:47 12 Oct 16
Have enjoyed course so far. It is certainly stretching my brain.
Samantha Starr
03:23 12 Oct 16
I love this coarse everyone is so supportive and the work is fun and informitive
Cath Clarke
03:22 12 Oct 16
Just getting to the assignment/assessment of Block 1 and have thoroughly enjoyed it so far. The ease of what I have done so far has kept me enthusiastic about the course and what the future holds. Communication from the trainers has also been tops.
Leah Collins
02:50 12 Oct 16
Loving the course so far and everyone is so helpful and lovely :)
Sharon Needham
23:34 11 Oct 16
I began this Diploma course two weeks ago and enjoying it so much. The support from TalentMed is exceptional. If there was a 10 star rating, I'd give it that.
Samm Starrs
22:53 11 Oct 16
I really love the flexibility of working online from home and the content is easy to understand and get through. I'm looking forward to completing this course and becoming a qualified MTE. If you are considering a course in MTE I recommend TalentMed.
Kyles Bourne
22:52 11 Oct 16
Michelle Dohnt
10:28 19 Aug 16
I am the Operations Manager for Ozescribe and can not rate Talentmed any higher. If you are interested in joining the Medical Transcription Industry then TalentMed is your number one choice ! Medical Transcription in a home based environment is a growing industry and I am in constant need of hiring new graduates. Work is plentiful as we have the market share - which continues to grow. I encourage all of you to do your research and make an informed decision about entering this new career and I would be more than happy to discuss all things Medical Transcription with you !!! All the best Michelle Dohnt
Liz Doyle
23:23 24 Jul 16
Although originally overwhelming once I got into the medical modules am thoroughly enjoying the challenges. Hard work to be done but looking forward to end result and working in a field that I've wanted to for a very long time.
Bffjc Macwat
01:42 11 Jan 16
i was enrolled in the course but was unable to finish it. I am hoping to restart again this year. I enjoyed the course but should have set aside more time to finish it
Carly Ellicott
04:38 15 Dec 15
I'm loving the course so far, it is so well written and easy to follow, even though the medical jargon seems to get harder, I am definitely keeping up and learning! I recommend anyone planning on starting the course to make sure you can schedule study time into your week and stick to it. Although in the advertising they say it can be done in 4 - 6 months, I am finding that unless you have 5 to 6 hours each day to study hard it will take longer. Which is fine, but definitely something to keep in mind when signing up! I have been assured by a rep from a company hiring graduates that there is no shortage of work in this field, now and into the future.Look into it all, call TalentMed with any and all questions, call a few companies who employ MT's and ask even more questions! Then take the plunge and learn all about fascinating medical field!
Leah Gray
11:16 11 Dec 15
TalentMed has been nothing but exceptional, professional, and extremely helpful in providing me with the qualification to launch my Medical Transcription career. While my initial feelings of entering the study life again were that of uncertainty, TalentMed provided me with unbelievable amounts of support and resources to ease my hesitancy. I was not only guided from start to finish of my course, but the staff at TalentMed went on to help me secure a position in the industry. TalentMed ensures the student receives great value for money as well as a high standard results from all the hard work invested. I am hugely thankful for choosing to study with TalentMed.
Vicki Marshall
09:43 10 Dec 15
I am SO excited about undertaking this course. I am only in the early stages of the modules but it is extremely well organised and presented. Every aspect of the computer is looked at, which is very important when you start doing the transcribing work later on. I am a retired lady and want to earn some cash to compliment my pension as I just love to spend money. Working from home will be a bonus also. I have every faith in TalentMed assisting me to get work when I finish the course, and I know from past similar work I have done that it is important to be dedicated, accurate and efficient at using the sources available to complete the work in a professional manner. Merry Christmas to everyone. Vicki (Melbourne)
Marie Dimech
05:06 10 Dec 15
I have studied a few different courses over my time, I have enrolled in some online courses as well. I was truly skeptical about enrolling in another online course because some of the courses that I had previously enrolled with did not come up to my expectations. I found them to be extremely difficult due to the absence of resources and the one off cost basically ran much higher due to myself having to buy resources outside, that cost me a fair amount. I, with some hesitation, had enrolled with Talent Med and I haven't looked back. I am truly happy (over the moon) with the course. The Student Support is impeccable as well as the course overall. I have recommended this course to some friends, one of which is truly interested in enrolling. I love the course, I feel a great amount of satisfaction when finishing each unit/block. I am very excited and cant wait to finish it. Medical Transcription and Editing has really made a difference in my life due to gaining knowledge in the medical field as well as the body personally.
David Kingston
04:32 10 Dec 15
TalentMed has an excellent online experience, very easy to follow and learn which makes completing the course an absolute breeze. The course is very thorough and has great features built in to help you with the quality of your study. They also provide real-work documentations for plenty of practice before you enter the workplace. I would highly recommend anyone interested in doing medical transcription to complete the Diploma of Healthcare Documentation that Talentmed provides you will be extremely satisfied and greatful that you did!!!
Jessica Cochran
04:07 10 Dec 15
I was devestated when I had to stop my work as a nurse due to illness and disability, and thought I may never be able to work or study ever again. Now through TalentMed not only do I get to work in my field of passion, but I can work from home or even hospital. The staff at TalentMed have been incredibly understanding and helpful and I couldn't ask for anything more. Thank you TalentMed.
Lyn Robinson
04:02 10 Dec 15
At 61 I thought I'd be too old to do this course. I find age is no barrier. The course is comprehensive, instructive, and surprisingly enjoyable to do. I would advise anyone, no matter your age, contemplating undertaking Medical Transcription with TalentMed to go for it. I've learned things about the body that are amazing, curious, astounding and downright funny. I enjoy the little games along the way and the humor within the lessons - all carefully crafted for the mind to recall easily - thus we learn. Should I be able to work in this industry after graduation I will be delighted. Should things not fall my way, I will have spent my money wisely and enjoyed the experience. Thank you TalentMed.
Jess Cochran
03:52 10 Dec 15
I was devestated when I had to stop my work as a nurse due to illness and disability, and thought I may never be able to work or study ever again. Now through TalentMed not only do I get to work in my field of passion, but I can work from home or even hospital. The staff at TalentMed have been incredibly understanding and helpful and I couldn't ask for anything more. Thank you TalentMed.
Tracy King
03:49 10 Dec 15
Having been on workcover for over three years with PTSD, I wanted to find something that I could work from home in a safe environment. I started this course almost a year ago, thanks to my workcover agent and although I am still not finished and have had an extension approved, I am getting better and better every day and this course is helping me immensely with my recovery. The step-by-step, page-by-page way this course is structured, helps me set and achieve goals and eventually become a well respected transcriber/editor.
Pat Frahm
03:46 10 Dec 15
I completed the TalentMed Medical Transcription course in April this year, but shortly afterwards I went with my husband to live in the WA outback. Because of the challenging situation there I was not able to start working in medical transcription. I am currently living back in Melbourne and finishing the business units that go with the course. I hope to start employment next year. I enjoyed doing the course and the support was excellent. The course is very comprehensive and it is easy to progress through each module. Yes, towards the end of the course it was quite challenging and required perseverance, but I know this was necessary preparation for the job. Because I am past retirement age it is becoming harder for me to find employment, so I decided that working from home would be ideal for me. Being able to choose my own hours is another plus. I believe there is a great need for medical transcriptionists, so I do not expect that it will be difficult to find work. I would encourage anyone who likes the idea of working from home, has a good grasp of the English language and some computer and typing skills to do this course.
Jasmine Teese
01:01 10 Dec 15
Starting my online Diploma of Healthcare Documentation through Talentmed recently, I was unsure if the quality would be as good as learning in a classroom setting. But I was surprised and pleased to discover that the course is extremely thorough, informative and detailed. Just like any higher education course, it requires dedication and commitment. Everyday I'm learning new things about subjects I thought I was knowledgable about! Highly recommended for any person looking to learn about the Medical Transcription Industry and healthcare documentation.
Sarah Dixon
00:52 10 Dec 15
Starting my new career pathway with TalentMed has been a fantastic, self-accomplishing experience! Almost completed course, with consistent help & support along the way. This opportunity has being able to show case my strengths & learn a new field with great interest =)
Pam Cossins
01:15 27 Jul 15
I felt great trepidation when I first started this course as to whether it was the right decision - it's such a lot of money if you're not sure it's going to work out. However, I have now been working for Ozescribe since May 2015 after completing my course. Yes, it is a very comprehensive course and not for the fainthearted. It's not for everyone and sometimes it will seem like you're never going to get there but you will!. Just keep at it. The course really does provide you with the best tuition and knowledge you will need in your workplace. The team at TalentMed are terrific too and so supportive. I would definitely recommend this course to anyone who wants to follow a career in medical transcription especially now that you can get government funding. I missed out on that but still feel it was money well spent.
Simone Gem Benton
02:52 25 Jul 15
So far the site is easy to use, and I'm learning a lot of information for the job I'm training to get into.
Donna Dorothy
04:07 24 Jul 15
Being a young adult not able to work or attend classes due to health issues, this is an amazing way for myself to not only plan a pathway for a possible career but also help me understand health and medical related things aswell giving me a better understanding at my own problems Well designed course great outcomes
Cheryl Salathiel
04:07 23 Jul 15
I'm only part way through this course, but have found the staff to be exceptionally helpful and the course content is very comprehensive. My son is a mica paramedic and he is blown away by the depth of it. Its challenging but I'm loving it. - Cheryl Salathiel
Penelope Keast
18:41 22 Jul 15
This course was beautifully designed. It seems to anticipate questions and give you the answers before you know that you need them. Watch out for technical difficulties, but the TalentMed team is efficient and generous when dealing with these. If you keep your head and follow their support suggestions you will be back on track in no time. I would highly recommend this course even if you never end up going into medical transcription, it provided me with valuable skills that I could use across the board in many different job types and disciplines.
Murali Krishna Taduri
14:03 22 Jul 15
Getting so excited about this course, at the beginning I was in dilemma whether to join course or not. But once I have contacted talent media they have send good information and I have been to office in person and met the staff enquired about the course. Finally I have enrolled course just few weeks ago. I am glad that I took right choice in right time. And Talent med online quality education provides best quality of education through online, which is nationally, recognised training.Talent med provides online training which so easy too access to everybody, its convenient to everybody’s. I strongly recommend to all to enrol this course and you can work from home or get on site job.
Tanya Pisk
12:47 22 Jul 15
I love the flexibility of being able to work and study at the same time. So far, my favourite subject has been the nervous system.
Melinda Miller
09:29 22 Jul 15
Its given me something to focus on again. Thank you so much.
Bronwyn Senator-Hiew
09:08 22 Jul 15
I'm a former nurse of 20 years who gave it up to have my family. Now my youngest is in school, I'm starting a new career. I'm thoroughly enjoying the course - it reminds me that I still have a brain. Not at all easy, which makes it worthwhile.
Sue Burton
05:15 22 Jul 15
It is very important to me that I am able to work from home with flexible hours. I am finding it fascinating to learn more about the medical world and I am enjoying the way the course slowly builds upon itself. Although the idea of all those body systems, illnesses, symptoms and drugs is a little overwhelming I am sure that by the end of it I will definitely have the tools to pursue my chosen career.
Anna Sanchez
18:59 21 Jul 15
Brenda Young
18:54 21 Jul 15
Angela Perez
18:33 21 Jul 15
Diana Gutierrez
18:33 21 Jul 15
Frequently Asked Questions
You can enrol in this medical transcription course as a self-funded student online at anytime. Simply click Enrol Now and follow the prompts during the checkout. Alternatively, please call 1300 737 781. Once enrolled, you can access TalentHub (your virtual campus) immediately where you can view and participate in student forums, publications and resources. Your course login details will be issued within 1-2 business days.
If you would like to defer your tuition fees under Study Loans Australia, please check your eligibility and follow the enrolment process available here.
Yes, this medical transcription course is delivered entirely online. You can access all of the resources online 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. There is no face-to-face training required.
Even though TalentMed ranks among the very best in accredited training, we’re also among the most affordable. Compared with traditional pathways, online study with TalentMed offers you the best value whilst delivering the highest quality in education and learning. According to the government’s Study in Australia website, the average cost of a Diploma is between $10,000-$15,000AUD.
Average cost of Diploma in Australia
With TalentMed’s premier Diploma of Healthcare Documentation, you can undertake the course with all resources, student support and job placement assistance for a fraction of the cost of most Diplomas.
In addition, TalentMed offers a variety of flexible payment options to help balance your tuition fees.
The TalentMed course is delivered online, so you can progress through your studies at a time and place that best suits you. We recommend that you study approximately 15 hours/week to complete the course within the 12-month intended time-frame.
At TalentMed, we’re with you every step of the way with support resources that include:
- Qualified Trainers and Assessors with decades of experience in the Healthcare industry. These trainers have professional experience in both vocational education and healthcare documentation, making them uniquely qualified to answer questions about both the curriculum and the industry.
- Student Support Advisers who provide valuable information and assistance with any issues during your coursework. The course may be delivered online, but you’re never in it alone!
- Technical Support Advisers who are knowledgeable, experienced, and available five days a week to help you work through any technical or computer issues encountered within the course.
- Graduate Advisers who help you develop your career plans in an individual consultation and assist you in your job search after you graduate. Our Graduate Advisers offer training, tips, and personalised advice on your job hunt.
As a registered training provider and not an employer, TalentMed is unable to guarantee any work or job positions upon course completion. However, TalentMed’s diploma-level qualifications are listed on the Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF) and classified as nationally-recognised training. Therefore its qualifications are recognised by employers and any other registered training organisation across Australia. Please note, TalentMed does provide reasonable assistance for all graduates of its medical transcription course to help them achieve successful employment outcomes once qualified.
A Medical Transcriptionist plays an integral role in the Australian Healthcare Documentation System. They are primarily responsible for the conversion of a doctor’s dictation in to an electronic format that becomes part of the patient’s medical record. As our population expands and ages – the demand for medical transcription services increase. For more information about the demand for Medical Transcription, please click here.
TalentMed’s Diploma of Healthcare Documentation is nationally recognised and listed under the Australian Qualifications Framework.
Being the number one RTO in medical transcription, TalentMed is the first place that top companies look to recruit. A TalentMed education gives employers confidence that you have the practical experience and industry skills to easily transition to the medical transcription workplace. Because of this, TalentMed graduates have a high success rate in finding work soon after completing the course.
TalentMed’s Diploma of Healthcare Documentation is formally approved by the Health Information Management Association of Australia (HIMAA). In addition, TalentMed graduates are eligible to apply for Senior Associate Membership and receive status points under HIMAA’s Professional Credentialing Scheme.
HIMAA is the premier professional body for health information management in Australia and has been serving the professional healthcare industry since 1949.
Although the course is nationally recognised, it is not currently approved for VET Student Loans.
However, if you would like to help with adding this course to the VET Student Loans Funded Courses List, please download your support letter template listed below and return it to ask@talentmed.edu.au.
Minimum academic entry requirements
To be assessed as academically suited for this course, you must provide either:
- a copy of your Australian Senior Secondary Certificate of Education (year 12 Certificate), or
- a copy of your International Baccalaureate Diploma (IB), or
- evidence of successful completion of an Australian Qualification Framework (AQF) Certificate IV or higher qualification (where the language of instruction is English).
If you are unable to provide one of the above documents, we will send you login details to complete a quick Language, Literacy and Numeracy (LLN) pre-assessment to confirm your suitability for the course. Students must demonstrate Exit Level 3 (or higher) competency in both reading and numeracy.
Minimum online learning competency
This medical transcription course is delivered online. As such, entry to the course requires you to be proficient with operating a personal computer. You will be specifically asked about your online learning competency as part of your pre-training review to evaluate your suitability for the course.
Minimum age
Minimum age of 18 years.
English language requirements
This course requires applicants to read, write and understand the English language. As such, entry to the course requires English proficiency at a year 12 level or equivalency such as an NRT qualification at the Certificate IV level or higher, or two years industry experience in a role that requires the use of both written and verbal communication. Alternatively, applicants can undertake an appropriate Language, Literacy and Numeracy (LLN) assessment tool to determine course suitability prior to enrolment.
Alignment with personal and/or professional needs
Applicants must also be able to demonstrate that their course of interest aligns to their personal or professional needs.
Government funding
Applicants seeking enrolment under any Government funding contract will be assessed against the requirements set out in the relevant funding contract and guidelines to ensure they are eligible for the enrolment under the Government funding.
Students with disabilities
Medical Transcription often provides a unique and fulfilling career for individuals with disabilities. Please contact us on 1300 737 781 to find out more about ways that we can assist you.
As per normal VET assessment procedures, especially with regard to pre-training assessments, the assessment should only be initially administered once. In order for the learner and TalentMed to implement any targeted LLN support and to have sufficient time for the learner to improve their LLN skills to the required level, a minimum period of no less than three months is required between undertaking further assessments using the approved tool. It may take longer than this, but at least three months should provide enough time for progress to be made and improvement to be able to be demonstrated.
TalentMed believes that this is not about ‘passing the test’, as can be the practice in some situations, and re-sitting the test a number of times until the learner eventually passes. This is not the purpose of undertaking this assessment for course suitability purposes. The purpose of the LLN test is to assess whether the learner has sufficient skills to potentially succeed in undertaking a Diploma level qualification or higher. Allowing learners to keep re-sitting until they pass would not be a fair or valid process. It is TalentMed’s goal to provide targeted LLN support and to allow the learner to have sufficient time to improve their LLN skills to the required level.
At the end of the day, this requirement is aimed at protecting your learning needs and ensuring the course is suitable for your success.
Yes. Please view our current Student Refund Policy and Procedure available here.
You can access TalentMed’s policies and procedures online at anytime by clicking here or via the Policies hyperlink in the footer of our website.
As the course is delivered online, all you need is a computer, an internet connection, and a passion to learn about the medical transcription industry! For a full list of specifications, please see below:
Operating System
Microsoft Windows
MacOS
Chrome OS
Browser
Google Chrome (recommended)
Firefox
Safari
Microsoft Edge
Hardware
Earphones/headphones recommended
Active internet connection
Software
Word Processor such as Microsoft Word, Google Docs, Mac Pages or Open/Libre Office
PDF reader
Most computers do come with these specifications. However, if you’re unsure about any of the requirements, please do not hesitate to call us on 1300 737 781.
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Belinda W –
I really enjoyed the Diploma of Healthcare Documentation course and what I learn is not just theory (i.e. medical terms) but also practical transcription. Although it is 100% online course, I was able to get help and feedback from the trainer and TalentMed team quickly. Another plus point was the graduate support after I have finished the course which has helped me a lot in finding a job.
Naomi Lowe (verified owner) –
I am enjoying my course so far and it has already helped me immensely in gaining employment as a legal transcriptionist. I am hoping to explore the medical transcription career field in the near future.
Carla Therisse (verified owner) –
I am learning so many things about the Medical field and it is so fulfilling. I am happy that I pursued the Diploma in Healthcare Documentation.