Developed by educators from the Emily Griffith Opportunity School, this teacher's guide presents a course in health care vocabulary for secretaries, medical records personnel, laboratory assistants, shipping personnel, and patient relations personnel in health care facilities. The course, which should require 10-14 hours of instruction, contains lessons that cover the following topics: introduction--medical systems, word parts, Greek and Latin derivatives, prefixes and suffixes, common medical terms, and mnemonics. Half of the lessons are devoted to review and practice activities; pre- and post-tests and an evaluation section are also included. Lessons consists of a topic, objectives, instructor information, materials (multiple handouts), and activities with teacher notes. Contains 13 suggested medical resources. (KC)