25 Weeks

Program Length

$5,100

Program Cost

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What does a Healthcare Administration Professional do?

Healthcare Administration Professionals are responsible for providing support in areas such as billing, insurance, medical records, and compliance. 

Students who complete the Healthcare Administration Professional program will be comfortable with healthcare compliance, medical terminology, and best practices for insurance and billing. They will also be prepared to tackle a wide array of tasks, including electronic record keeping, front office procedures, and managing healthcare regulations and laws.

Where Can You Work?

Healthcare Administration Professionals work in a variety of settings, including hospitals, urgent care centers, geriatric, maternity, and pediatric offices, as well as outpatient units. The daily role of an Administration professional will include data processing, billing, and coding, as well as frequent communication with patients and insurance companies.

Requirements

  • High School Diploma or GED
  • Web browser with internet connection
  • Course registration & payment

Training Materials Provided

  • Expert-led video based training
  • eBook: Kinn's Medical Administration Assistant & Integrated Electronic Health Records
  • Competency assessments
  • National Certification exam fee

Healthcare Administration Professional

Outcomes

Healthcare employment is projected to grow by 13% from 2021 to 2031, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics. This means that over the next decade there will be nearly 2 million new positions available for those interested in healthcare.

Skills Learned

Upon completion of this program, you’ll learn a number of skills, including:

  • Understanding regulatory laws and compliance 
  • Appropriate electronic record monitoring and auditing 
  • Understanding of insurance plans and practices  
  • Recognizing and using appropriate billing codes
  • Performing front of office procedures and organization

Courses - 25 Weeks

Professionalism in Allied Health

Medical Office Procedures and Administration

Introduction to Human Anatomy and Medical Terminology

Electronic Health Records

Microsoft Office Basics

Insurance and Billing, and Coding Essentials

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Healthcare Administration Professional Job Possibilities

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Insurance Billing Specialist

$28,000 - $48,000
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Healthcare and Medical Insurance Specialist

$32,000 - $66,000
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Physician Biller

$30,000 - $90,000
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Certification Information

Upon completion of the program, students will be prepared to sit for one of several exams, including Medical Coder and Biller Certification (MCBC), Certified Medical Administration Assistant (CMAA), and Certified Electronic Health Record Specialist (CEHRS). Earning one of these national certifications demonstrates to future employers that you have mastered the skills and knowledge necessary to work successfully as a Healthcare Administration Professional.

CMAA

Certified Medical
Administrative Assistant

The Certified Medical Administrative Assistant (CMAA) certificate is designed to help you gain the skills to provide administrative support in a medical setting. Demonstrate your expertise in the field and become qualified for a number of administrative duties, as well as direct contact with patients in clinical settings.

MCBC

Medical Coder &
Biller Certification

MCBC The Medical Coder & Biller Certification by the American Medical Certification Association (AMCA) showcases your knowledge and understanding of medical coding and billing.

CEHRS

Certified Electronic Health
Records Specialist

The Certified Electronic Health Records Specialist certificate ensures that you understand how to properly handle patient health records.

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Payment Options

Pay in full using any major credit card, PayPal, or Venmo. Select “credit card” as your payment option.

           

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Program Comparison


University of Mount Saint Vincent

Community College

Program & Tuition Cost

$4,000 average

Up to $20,000

Exam Fees, Books & Materials

Included

Up to $750

Job Ready In

3-6 months

24–48 months

Schedule Flexibility

On-demand 24/7

Set class schedule

Travel Requirements

None: 100% online

On-campus classrooms

Student Support

Personal Advisors: text, call and email access

Professors: scheduled office hours

Career Coaching

Exam-tailor + soft-skill training to build well-rounded careers

Exam-based + prerequisites and electives

to meet credit

Content Delivery

3D animations, immersive environments, interactive activities, game-based learning

Professor lectures

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Your Training Specialist is here to help you understand the program and payment options and succeed! Contact your Training Specialist to learn more about the program and how to achieve your career goals. If you are a manager interested in group enrollment, please contact Ryan directly so he can assist you with the enrollment process.
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FAQ

You will complete the courses in this program over 25 weeks, making students job-ready in just over six months. The program is flexible, allowing for assignments to be completed anytime, from anywhere, 24/7.

The courses in the Healthcare Administration Professional program include Medical Office Procedures and Administration, Insurance, Billing and Coding Essentials, Professionalism in Allied Health, Electronic Medical Records, Introduction to Human Anatomy and Medical Terminology, along with a supplemental Microsoft Office Basics class.

Someone in a  Healthcare Administration Professional role can expect to spend a good deal of their day processing billing and insurance paperwork, along with data entry, medical record review, and addressing patient questions.

Healthcare Administration Professionals are a heavily-utilized field, and many employment options are available. Depending on your skills and preferences, you may find yourself working in a hospital, inpatient or outpatient center, urgent care facility, or private office setting.

Healthcare Administration Professionals can use their training and expertise as a stepping stone to other opportunities, including Health Care Manager, Healthcare and Medical Insurance Specialist, and Physician Biller.