Online Certificate in Medical Coder
Medical coding professionals use industry-established codes and the latest healthcare technology to collect, organize, and report vital information such as diagnoses and treatment outcomes. Coding professionals also manage medical and financial records and work with hospitals and insurance companies to ensure patient claims are properly recorded and processed.
What is Medical Coding?
UC’s comprehensive program curriculum qualifies and prepares students for a variety of professional exams including Certified Professional Coder (CPC) and Certified Coding Associate (CCA). Medical coding graduates are also eligible for the Certificate-to-Degree Fast Track program which guarantees acceptance into UC’s 100% Online Health Information Systems (AAS HIS). The Certificate-to-Degree Fast Track program saves students a significant amount of time and money by guaranteeing all of their credits transfer from the certificate program into the Associates program.
Medical Coder Certificate Program Highlights
High Quality Education
- Prepares students to sit for CPC® and CCA® exams
- Exclusive access to career services and job opportunities
- Professional networking and mentorship with faculty and peers
A certificate in Medical Coding from UC Online opens up a lot of doors for future opportunities:
- As a Medical Coding graduate, you can transfer into UC’s 100% online Health Information Systems (HIS) program and earn your Associates in just one year!
- Graduates of our AAS HIS program can seamlessly transition into our 100% online Bachelor’s in Health Information Management program, which is designed for working professionals and offers flexible scheduling and generous financial aid packages.
- UC’s HIS students sit for the Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT) exam in their last semester. Graduates hit the ground running with their Associates Degree and RHIT credential!
- UC’s HIM graduates are qualified (and well-prepared) to sit for the Registered Health Information Administrator (RHIA) credential. The RHIT and RHIA credentials are well-respected and highly sought after in the healthcare industry.
- Our 100% online Cancer Registry Management Certificate Program is another great opportunity to increase your earnings and marketability in the healthcare industry. UC’s Cancer Registry program is one of very few online programs fully accredited by the National Cancer Registrars Association (NCRA).
Flexibility
- 100% online – no campus visits required
- Flexible scheduling and six start dates to choose from
Support from Application through Graduation
At UC, you’ll have a full support team behind you:
Enrollment Services Advisor: Your go-to resource during the application process
Student Success Coordinator: Helping you prepare for classes and stay on track
Access to Resources: Access to university resources that will support you through your program including online learning expectations and resources, health and wellness resources, and academic support
The Medical Coder Certificate program is open to all students with a high school diploma/GED and the desire to succeed. The program accepts students six times a year. Generous financial aid packages are available for those that qualify including grants and scholarships.
Complete the online application and submit the application fee.
Standard Application Fees:
- $50.00 for domestic applicants to most degree programs
- $100.00 for international applicants to most degree programs
- Application fees for UC Online programs are waived through Summer 2026 for all applicants
- Fee waivers are automatically applied for applicants who:
- are currently serving in the US armed forces
- are veterans of the US armed forces
Applications are accepted continuously throughout the year. Our staff will review your application based on the following:
After submitting your application form, all applicants are required to have official transcripts sent directly to University of Cincinnati in order to be eligible for admissions review.
- First-Year and Transfer Applicants with Fewer Than 24 Completed Semester Hours at a Prior College:
- Order official transcripts from your high school and all prior colleges (if applicable) for delivery directly to University of Cincinnati.
- Transfer Applicants with 24+ Completed Semester Hours at a Prior College:
- Order official transcripts from all prior colleges for delivery directly to University of Cincinnati.
- You are exempt from the High School transcript requirement, this item will be removed from your application checklist once your college documents are received.
Please review the section below for guidance on how to submit your transcripts.
Online transcript request systems are the preferred method to deliver official transcripts electronically. To see if your transcript(s) can be ordered electronically, visit the links below and search for your previous school(s).
- Parchment
- Please select “University of Cincinnati – Main Campus” as the recipient of your transcript.
- National Student Clearinghouse
- Please have your transcript sent directly to admissions@uc.edu.
If you do not see your past school(s) listed on either site, please contact the school(s) directly to determine their ordering process.
If a physical copy must be sent, DO NOT request it be delivered to you. It must be sent directly from your prior school to the following address:
University of Cincinnati
Office of Admissions
PO Box 210091
Cincinnati, Ohio 45221-0091
| Term | Application Deadline | Classes Start |
|---|---|---|
Summer 2026 | First Half Summer 2026 | Second Half Fall 2026 | First Half |
March 15, 2026 April 1, 2026 July 15, 2026 |
May 11, 2026 June 25, 2026 August 24, 2026 |
The University of Cincinnati's online course fees differ depending on the program. On average, students will accrue fewer fees than students attending on-campus classes.
The one fee applied across all UC Online programs is the distance learning fee. Students living outside the state of Ohio must also pay an additional “non-resident” fee to enroll in courses at UC Online. This fee is lower than the out-of-state fee for traditional on-campus programs.
To view tuition information and program costs, visit the Online Program Fees page.
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