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HI 3000

Medical Front Office & Electronic Health Records (EHR)

Online Certification Training

This comprehensive online program prepares you for proper handling of patient data, fundamental health records management, medical office procedures and so much more. Watch our program sneak peek below!

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19  Weeks
Program Length
CEHRS,  
CMAA 
Certifications
$36,000
Avg. Starting Salary*
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This program is NOT available to residents of the following states: AR, LA, ND, NV, PA, RI, WI

Please review our State Restriction page to view what restrictions there may be in your state/region of residence or employment and ensure you are eligible for enrollment. These restrictions may not apply to students taking programs through an employer, academic or government-sponsored model - including MyCAA and Army, Air Force or Coast Guard Credentialing Assistance. To determine eligibility, please confirm with your sponsor or review our military spouse MyCAA-approved or Military Credentialing Assistance-approved programs.

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MedCerts Tuition Advantage

We believe everyone should have access to higher education. With the option to pay in full, break down payments or utilize government grant funding, we help expand that access.

Monthly Payment Options as low as $346 Payment Plans for Every Student

Talk with an Education Consultant to pick the perfect payment plan, from paying in full to installments with interest rates from 0-12%.

Total Tuition $4,000 Pay in Full

The total tuition can be paid immediately or through a number of grant-funded or monthly payment plan options.

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MyCAA, Department of Defense Credentialing Assistance/COOL and Workforce Grants

MedCerts offers financial aid options through these government grant-funded programs – MyCAA, Workforce Funding (including WIOA), and Department of Defense Credentialing Assistance or COOL funding for the Army, Air Force and Coast Guard. Those eligible include Military Spouses; active duty Army, Reserves, and National Guard members; active duty Air Force, Air Force Reserve, Air Force National Guard, and US Space Force; active duty Coast Guard and SELRES members (enlisted and officers); or workforce-funded qualifying job seekers. Speak to an Education Consultant to see if you qualify.

What Does a Medical Front Office and Electronic Health Records Specialist Do?

With training in both electronic health records and medical administration, you’ll have the flexibility to take on a variety of roles in a number of settings including doctor’s offices, laboratories, urgent care centers, nursing home facilities, hospitals and clinics. You could be responsible for handling patient data, direct contact with patients, basic coding, filing medical records and many other front of office tasks.

1,615
Entry Level Jobs in the US
Medical Front Office and Electronic Health Records will see available jobs grow 33.9% over the next ten years.
All available job and salary information is from Burning Glass Labor Insights and is updated annually to reflect industry changes.

What You’ll Learn
HI 3000
Medical Front Office and Electronic Health Records

You could start your new career as a Medical Records Manager with MedCerts' Medical Front Office & Electronic Health Records online certification program in only 19 weeks.

This EHR and Medical Records specialist program is comprised of 5 courses designed to build a balanced knowledge base and help you excel among the competition. The combination of Intro to Medical Terminology & Human Anatomy and Microsoft Office Basics creates a solid base for your learning.

Medical Office Procedures and Administration teaches you specific practices of medical administration, scheduling systems and HIPAA regulations. You’ll be comfortable working in any medical environment after participating in our 3D simulations and virtual scenarios that replicate common healthcare situations.

Our online EHR course provides you the skills to develop and maintain electronic health records in both facility and private practice environments. You’ll understand the ethical, legal and regulatory requirements of handling medical records and the practical applications of processes.

Through this program, you will qualify for two certification exams through the National Healthcareer Association (NHA) – Certified Medical Administrative Assistant (CMAA) and Certified Electronic Health Records Specialist (CEHRS). With these two lucrative credentials, you’ll qualify for career opportunities in any of these titles: Electronic Health Records Specialist, Health Information/Medical Records Administration/Administrator, Medical Office Computer Specialist/Assistant, Patient Services Representative.

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  1. Understand basic human anatomy and utilize medical terminology in a healthcare facility
  2. Comply with HIPAA/HITECH, OSHA, CMS and other healthcare regulations and laws
  3. Accurately obtain patient information, verify insurance coverage, and prepare forms and reports
  4. Employ Electronic Health Record and related Practice Management applications
  5. Comprehend the use of Diagnosis and Procedure codes in the medical record
  6. Demonstrate an understanding of the soft skill expectations of an allied healthcare professional
HI 3000

Enrollment Requirements

  1. High School Diploma or GED
  2. Web browser with internet connection
  3. Course registration & payment

MedCerts-Covered Materials*

  1. Expert-led video based training
  2. eBooks: Kinn's Medical Administrative Assistant & Integrated Electronic Health Records
  3. Competency assessments
  4. National Certification exam fee

Student Services

  1. Dedicated Student Success Advisors
  2. Tailored support based on performance & behavior
  3. Exam preparation process
  4. 1 yr. post-program access to Career Center & Career Coaches

*The cost of all materials needed for this program are covered by MedCerts. They are not included in the tuition costs and the student is not liable for any costs or fees related to the above materials.

Required Courses
PS 1011

Professionalism in Allied Health

32 hours
Length
2 Weeks
Duration

This course will benefit anyone considering a career in allied health, as well as those already working in the field. Allied Health Professionals must be committed to the key attributes of professionalism and strive to reflect this within the delivery of patient-centered safe and effective care. “Professionalism” is a broad term that reflects many different skills and abilities. For an individual to exhibit professionalism, he/she must be armed with specific skills and abilities that do not always show up within certification requirements, or even within a career training curriculum. Soft skills are hard to measure and are typically less well-defined than hard skills. However, soft skills are what set many job candidates apart. Professionalism is not just what one knows, it is how one does their job, how one behaves and how one comes across as they interact with others.

The purpose of this course is to provide students with soft skills training that will provide the tools needed to demonstrate a higher level of professionalism on the job. Key components of the course focus on patient interaction, proper office behavior, medical ethics, diversity and cultural bias, emotional strength, professional appearance and communication. The course maintains a focus on the key attributes that are true markers of professionalism.

This course was created with input from healthcare professionals working in the field, healthcare employers that hire our graduates, professional educators and even former MedCerts students. The end result is a collection of modules that touch on the soft skills that are TRULY important in the real world of allied healthcare. In this course, students are engaged through scenario-based learning that allows for real interaction with virtual co-workers and patients. Additionally, game-based activities keep students engaged and entertained throughout their learning journey.

    • Gain an understanding of the expectations of an allied healthcare professional in the workplace
    • Develop and exercise emotional intelligence, self-management and interpersonal skills
    • Build and improve internal and external communication skills with all exchanges
    • Enhance the patient care experience with successful interactions and patient satisfaction
    • Maintain solution-oriented conversations, manage conflict and build self-confidence
HI 1014

Introduction to Human Anatomy and Medical Terminology

96 hours
Length
6 Weeks
Duration

This course is designed to familiarize the student with the language of medicine, through the study of prefixes, suffixes, root words, abbreviation, and pronunciation of words. The curriculum also includes an anatomy and physiology app that enables students to explore, visualize, interact, and experience the anatomy of the human body in 3D and augmented reality (AR). Students will examine the organization of the integumentary, musculoskeletal, hematic, lymphatic and immune, and cardiovascular systems in the human body. They will become familiar with the medical terms that relate to the respiratory, digestive, nervous, endocrine, reproductive, and excretory systems. Students will also examine terms related to the sensory organs, with a concentration on the organs for hearing, sight, and smell. This immersive experience will trigger thought processes and enhance learning outcomes in their Anatomy and Physiology program. The app has about 50 simulations across different topics.

    • Recognize the structure and function of the 11 body systems and their organs
    • Understand the medical language that is used to describe those systems
    • Analyze and understand medical terms by breaking down their word components
    • Appreciate the major diseases and conditions related to the human body
    • Apply your knowledge within the healthcare setting
MS 1000

Microsoft Office Basics

16 hours
Length
1 Week
Duration

This set of courses includes basic (Level 1) training on the 3 core applications within the Microsoft Office Suite. Students learn the range of skills needed to create professional-quality documents and spreadsheets, and are trained to effectively use email communication tools in the office environment. The content covered includes how to create, edit and enhance documents in Microsoft Word, how to organize, calculate and analyze information in Microsoft Excel, and students will learn the basics of using email within Microsoft Outlook.

    • Prepare, edit, and enhance documents in Microsoft Word
    • Apply methods to organize, calculate, and analyze information using Microsoft Excel
    • Prepare and send professional email messages from within the Microsoft Outlook environment
HI 1011

Medical Office Procedures and Administration

96 hours
Length
6 Weeks
Duration

This course will introduce the student to the Health care industry, its environment along with the day to day skill set and knowledge required to fulfill a position as a Medical Administrative Assistant. Modules include Professional Behavior, Communication, Law and Ethics, Law and Medicine, Daily Operations, Telephone Techniques, Appointment Scheduling, Correspondence, Computers, HIPPA Regulations, Records Management, Information Management, Basics of Coding, Health Insurance Basics, Professional Fees, Accounting and Bookkeeping, Banking and Financial Management, Practice Management, Marketing and Customer Service. 

    • Follow HIPAA & HITECH Compliance Laws
    • Understand the different kinds of insurances and plans
    • Perform Medical Front Office Procedures
    • Schedule Patients
    • Provide Patient Education
HI 1018

Electronic Health Records

64 hours
Length
4 Weeks
Duration

This course provides students with the skills and certifications for the development and maintenance of electronic health records in both facility and private practice environments. Upon completion of this course, students will be qualified to sit for the CEHRS, and will have gained the knowledge required to perform a variety office functions necessary in the digital/electronic age. Students are introduced to, and are provided training and practical application of skills in a variety of areas related to Electronic Health Records. Ethical, legal, and regulatory requirements will be covered along with training in the hands-on Electronic Health Record software. Students will also receive comprehensive training in the areas of Professional Fees, Billing, and Collecting, the Health Insurance Claim Form, Third-Party Reimbursement, Banking Services and Procedures, Health Information Management, Computers in the Medical Office, Medical Records Management, and much more.

    • Background in Software & Applications
    • Basic Insurance & Billing practices
    • Understand Electronic record keeping Chart components
    • The Regulatory Compliance Laws
    • How to identify differences between Reports
Code Course Duration
PS 1011 2 Weeks
HI 1014 6 Weeks
MS 1000 1 Week
HI 1011 6 Weeks
HI 1018 4 Weeks
Total Program Duration 19 Weeks

Medical Front Office and Electronic Health Records

Job Opportunities

Records Documentation Specialist

$32,000 – $69,000*
Estimated Salary
Entry-Level

Electronic Health Records Specialist

$25,000 – $63,000*
Estimated Salary
Career Potential

EMR and EHR Assistant

$35,000 – $74,000*
Estimated Salary

Disclaimers

  1. This program is NOT available to residents of the following states: Arkansas, Louisiana, North Dakota, Nevada, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Wisconsin
  2. While MedCerts training and related target certifications may be accepted and/or approved by your state of residency, employers reserve the right to dictate prerequisite education, experience, or certification/licensure requirements for their positions. We strongly advise students to research target job posts from area employers and relevant state requirements, barriers, or restrictions prior to enrollment to ensure eligibility upon graduation.

Medical Front Office and Electronic Health Records