Career Studies Certificates
Degree
Career Studies Certificate in Medical Coding
Length
This career studies certificate is a two semester certificate.
Purpose

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.

Occupational Objectives

The student may seek an entry-level position in hospitals, doctors’ offices, and more.

Requirements

Admission to the Career Studies Certificate program is based upon the general requirements for admission to the college.

First Semester

Course # Course Title Lect. Hrs. Lab Hrs. Credits Transfer
AST 101 1
Keyboarding I
 3 0 3
HIM 113
Medical Terminology and Disease Processes I
 3 0 3
HIM 253
Health Records Coding
 3 2 4
NAS 150
Human Biology
 3 0 3
Suggested Credits & Hours for Semester 12 2 13  

Second Semester

Course # Course Title Lect. Hrs. Lab Hrs. Credits Transfer
AST 102
Keyboarding II
 3 0 3
ENG 137 2
Communication Processes I
 3 0 3
Or ENG 111 2 English Composition I
HIM 151
Reimbursement Issues in Medical Practice Management
 2 0 2
HIM 254
Advanced Coding and Reimbursement
 2 2 3
HLT 145
Ethics for Health Care Personnel
 2 0 2
Suggested Credits & Hours for Semester 12 2 13  
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Certificate Earned!

Complete two more semesters and you can receive a degree in Health Information Management.