Online Certificate in Medical Coder

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.

• 100% online – no campus visits required
• Prepares students to sit for CPC® and CCA® exams
• Flexible scheduling and six start dates to choose from
• Exclusive access to career services and job opportunities
• Professional networking and mentorship with faculty and peers

Have you always wanted to work in the medical field but felt discouraged because of the time commitment and financial investment required? Then becoming a medical coding professional could be perfect for you! One of the many advantages of working in the allied health field is that you don’t have to spend years earning an expensive medical degree. With UC’s affordable and highly-marketable Medical Coding Certificate, you can start working in the healthcare field immediately!

UC’s medical coding graduates are in very high demand! Healthcare is one of the fastest-growing industries in the world and demand for medical coders and other health information professionals has skyrocketed over the last few years. The healthcare industry is experiencing unprecedented change and continues to evolve with the ongoing shift to electronic health records (EHR) . In addition, a large portion of the population is now entering retirement age, creating even more demand for medical coders and other health professionals who can process and manage all of this data.

According to the Bureau of Labor and Statistics (BLS), the Medical Records and Health Information industry is expected to grow more than 22% by 2029. This is much faster than the average for all other occupations! Not only are there an increasing number of job openings, but many of these jobs offer above average salaries and the opportunity to work remotely/from home.

• Hospitals
• Physician offices
• Nursing facilities
• Rehabilitation centers
• Outpatient clinics
• Home health services
• Pharmaceutical companies
• Insurance firms
• Law firms
• Tax firms
• Billing companies
• Public health/government agencies

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).