Get Started on a Career in Health Care!

Medical Coders play an important role in reimbursement and compliance in the health care system. If you are seeking a career in health care that does not involve directly working with patients, the Certificate in Medical Coding may be for you.

Why Choose iHealth@NECC?

With the iHealth@NECC Medical Coding Certificate, you will be prepared to seek a job when you graduate. You will also be able to apply your credits to earn an Associate Degree in General Studies: Health Specialization. With this program, you will:

• Complete most of your coursework online, and only come to the Lawrence campus once a week –making it easier to fit college in with your busy life
• Receive personalized attention from a career coach/mentor who will help you with the rigors of online learning and facilitate access to student support services including financial aid, tutoring, and technical support
• Learn medical terminology, human biology, and medical coding practices
• Gain real-world experience in a medical coding practicum

Quote:

I always said if medical coding was ever offered online I would enroll. The iHealth hybrid course is perfect for someone like me who works full time.”

Kathleen Coughlin, Medical Coding

Courses, Requirements, and Program Notes

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Required Documents

CORI/CHRI/SORI