Medical Coding Career Studies Certificate

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Degree: Career Studies Certificate 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.

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

First Semester

AST 101 Keyboarding I 3 credits ¹
HIM 113 Medical Terminology and Disease Processes I 3 credits
HIM 253 Health Records Coding 4 credits
NAS 150 Human Biology 3 credits

Suggested Credits for Semester: 13

Second Semester

AST 102 Keyboarding II 3 credits
ENG 137 Communication Processes I 3 credits
or
ENG 111 College Composition I 3 credits ²
HIM 151 Reimbursement Issues in Medical Practice Management 2 credits
HIM 254 Advanced Coding and Reimbursement 3 credits
HLT 145 Ethics for Health Care Personnel 2 credits

Suggested Credits for Semester: 13

Total Minimum Credits Required for CSC: 26

¹ Students who possess keyboarding skills may petition for advanced placement with Credit by Examination.

² Students who desire transferable credits must take ENG 111 in place of ENG 137 .