This program is designed to prepare individuals with the knowledge and skills necessary for employment as a medical coder. It is designed for the student who desires to obtain training in International Classification of Diseases Clinical Modification (ICD), medical coding, and insurance billing.
Career Studies Certificate in Medical Coding
This career studies certificate is a two semester certificate.
First Year
First Semester
| Course # | Course Title | Lect. Hrs. | Lab Hrs. | Credits | Transfer |
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| AST 101 1 | 3 | 0 | 3 | ||
| HIM 113 | 3 | 0 | 3 | ||
| HIM 253 | 3 | 2 | 4 | ||
| NAS 150 | 3 | 0 | 3 | ||
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| Suggested Credits & Hours for Semester | 12 | 2 | 13 | ||
Second Semester
| Course # | Course Title | Lect. Hrs. | Lab Hrs. | Credits | Transfer |
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| AST 102 | 3 | 0 | 3 | ||
| ENG 137 2 | 3 | 0 | 3 | ||
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| HIM 151 | 2 | 0 | 2 | ||
| HIM 254 | 2 | 2 | 3 | ||
| HLT 145 | 2 | 0 | 2 | ||
| Suggested Credits & Hours for Semester | 12 | 2 | 13 | ||
Certificate Earned!
Complete two more semesters and you can receive a degree in Health Information Management.