Medical Coding
Short-Term Certificate
One-Year Certificate
Overview
The Medical Coding Short-Term Certificate is just six classes and can be completed in one calendar year (three semesters).
The Medical Coding One-Year Certificate can be completed in one calendar year (three semesters) and continue your education to expand your job opportunities.
After completion of one or both medical coding certificates, students can sit for the Certified Professional Coder (CPC) exam through the American Academy of Professional Coders. You will also be prepared to continue your education with COTC’s Associate of Applied Science in Health Services Technology.
Both of the medical coding certificates prepare students for a variety of employment opportunities:
- certified medical biller and coder
- health information technician
- medical records technician
- medical secretary
- medical office administrator
- quality improvement analyst
- insurance claims analyst
The more training and education a student completes, the more career advancement opportunities there are in medical coding.
Future Start Dates
Admission Requirements
This is an open enrollment program. To be admitted, students must submit a free application for admission and complete the standard steps to enroll.
Plan of Study
Continue Your Education
Credits earned in the medical coding certificates count toward COTC’s Associate of Applied Science in Health Services Technology with a major in medical coding.