Major courses required for the degree are all offered 100% online. Completion of the degree prepares students for entry-level work in medical records. Most of the coursework also satisfies the requirements for the the medical coding certificate.

Students wishing to pursue certification as a Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT) or a bachelors degree in HIT can transfer under a unique agreement with Shasta College. Contact  apa@fresnocitycollege.edu to learn more about this partnership. 

The medical coding certificate program prepares students for a position as a coder in a hospital, physician office, clinic, long-term care facility, and other healthcare settings. Coders review patient health information, analyze and extract data, and ensure appropriate codes are assigned for internal and external data reporting, billing, research, and regulatory compliance.

All classes for the coding certificate are taught 100% online. Students can complete the certificate in approximately three semesters. Students will be prepared to take specific coding certification exams upon completion of the program. Refer to the AHIMA website CCA for information about the Certified Coding Associate (CCA) and other certifications available.