This program is offered completely on-line.
Health information coding is the transformation of verbal descriptions of diseases, injuries and procedures into alphanumeric designations.
Upon completion of the Certificate in Health Information Coding Specialist, students will be prepared to begin a successful career as a health information coding specialist. Students are prepared to sit for the National Certified Coding Associate Exam.
The Health Information Coding Specialist Certificate program is approved through AHIMA and the Assembly on Education. Students must complete all prerequisite coursework and meet for advisement with the HIT program director (in person or via phone) before acceptance into the program.
A grade of "C" or above must be achieved in all courses to advance in the program.
Requirements for admission into the Health Information Coding Certificate program:
1. Completion of all prerequisite coursework.
2. Formal interview with the Health Information Technology program director (either by phone or in person).
NOTE: Curriculum is based on a full time schedule.
~Many students need preliminary math and English courses before enrolling in the program requirements. These courses may increase the total number of program credits. Students should review their math and English placement before planning out their full program schedule.
† A grade of “C-” or above required for graduation
* Indicates prerequisites needed
** Placement in course(s) is determined by admissions assessment
