Healthcare Studies–Medical Coding

Earn certification and hands-on experience in medical coding.

Get career-ready for high-demand roles in healthcare—without direct patient care. The coursework you take will prepare you for national exams such as Certified Professional Coder® and/or Certified Professional Biller®, allowing you to earn lucrative industry certifications that will directly prepare you to join the workforce.

You’ll have the skills needed to join the healthcare team in roles like billing and coding, with remote work options available. 

2+2 Educational Opportunities

If you want to continue your eduction, you will have a seamless pathway into a bachelor’s degree program that you can complete in two and a half additional years. Those programs could include:

Healthcare Studies–Medical Coding Learning Objectives

You’ll be able to identify career paths in healthcare studies in both administration and clinical science areas.

You will apply knowledge of security, privacy, and ethics in the context of HIPAA guidelines in medical settings.

You will demonstrate effective communication and teamwork regarding healthcare topics with patients and other team members.

You will advocate for patients’ rights and needs within healthcare systems, demonstrating empathy and understanding.

You will recognize body systems and functions to perform administrative medical operations.

Healthcare Studies–Medical Coding Curriculum

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The 2026 application for admission will open on August 15.