Cuyahoga Community College
ZHTH1287 - Comprehensive Professional Medical Coding (Hybrid)
Course Description
This is a blended/hybrid course with all coursework completed online and mandatory bi-weekly Saturday selected classes offered virtually or in person on campus. Comprehensive training designed to prepare students to successfully test for the American Academy of Professional Coders (AAPC) Certified Professional Coder (CPC) national examination that offers industry recognized credentials. Coursework include Medical Terminology, Anatomy and Physiology, and an AAPC Professional Medical Coding Curriculum that validates the knowledge and skills in alignment with industry standards.
Course Outline
Comprehensive Hybrid Program is for 24 weeks including the below courses:
Medical Terminology
Anatomy and Physiology
CPT Coding
ICD-10 Coding
HCPCS
Learner Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this program, eligible to sit for AAPC Certified Professional CPC national exam to earn CPC/CPC-A credential
CPC Exam Voucher issued upon successful completion and financial clearance
AAPC Annual Membership upon successful completion and financial clearance
CPC Mock Exam and Review Session
Practicodes upon successfully passing the CPC Exam to earn one-year experience toward removal of your apprentice "A" designation (optional)
Notes
Recommended to register at least 7 business days prior to program start date
Late Registration may require textbooks to be picked up from Metro Campus
Hybrid program cost is $4900.00 (includes all text materials, AAPC online course access, CPC Mock Exam, Exam Vouchers, AAPC Membership and Practicodes)
Online coursework is independent (available 24/7) and self-paced with a provided guided syllabus
Non-credit program and is not covered by financial aid (FAFSA, student loans, etc.)
High School Diploma/GED minimum educational requirement
There are no course prerequisites
No courses can be opted out nor accepted for credit
Technical Requirements:
High-speed internet connection
Laptop/Desktop required - tablets/Chromebooks are not suitable
Webcam for continuous use (virtual classes)
Web conference headsets (virtual classes)
Web browser must support cookies and JavaScript
Current version of Adobe Reader (for pdf downloads)
Intermediate computer skills are required.
For the best performance, the recommendation is to use the following:
Recommended Browsers:
• Mozilla Firefox
• Chrome
• Safari 4 or above (can have longer load times for videos)
Functional Browsers (not optimal):
• Internet Explorer (Slow upload and can be glitchy with performance)
Suggested Program Needs (not included in cost):
Rolling backpack/wheeled bookbag/rolling carrying case (traditional/in person classes)
Highlighters (several colors)
Colored Pencils
Index Cards