Certificate of Applied Science in Health Information Coding Specialist
Great Falls College Montana State University
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Program Details

The online Certificate of Applied Science in Health Information Coding Specialist program prepares students to begin successful careers where they will transform verbal descriptions of diseases, injuries, and procedures into alphanumeric designations used for data retrieval, analysis, and claims processing.  Graduates are prepared to sit for the National Certified Coding Associate exam.  

Students learn to:

  • Use computer applications and software in maintaining health records
  • Identify and apply accurate diagnostic and procedural codes for reimbursement
  • Interact professionally in the healthcare environment
  • Solve problems while utilizing critical thinking skills

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100% Online

School Accreditation & Licensing

Great Falls College Montana State University is accredited by:

Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities (NWCCU)

Program Requirements & Restrictions

Minimum Education

High School or Equivalent

Admission Tests

ACT/SAT, COMPASS

Application Requirements

Official High School Transcript/GED Score

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