Difficulties in Learning Medical Terminology: The Public Authority for Applied Education and Training’s Science Colleges

Learning medical terminology is an essential part in any students’ learning journey, as it is a crucial cornerstone in their future careers. However, the learning process of these medical terms is not always a pleasant experience that is free of difficulties. Learning medical terms, which are from Latin/Greek origin, are somewhat challenging to all students, particularly those whose first language is not English. This research aims to explore any difficulties that Kuwaiti students face when learning these terms. The participants were from PAAET’s two science colleges, and data were collected from a sequential mixed-method design; the first phase involved a questionnaire where 185 students took part. The second phase involved semi-structured interviews with six students. The findings revealed that the majority of students had difficulties in learning medical terms, and these difficulties had several effects on their academic attainment and learning experiences. The findings also showed that students implement several strategies to help them overcome any obstacles they face when learning these terms.