The CGCC Medical Records Specialist Microcredential will allow students to become certified as a medical secretary or entry-level biller and coder through a fast-track where they can directly enter the workforce either while they are pursuing the full Medical Assisting program or through a more direct learning plan. Students that successfully complete the three courses and exam (Capstone Experience) will be able to obtain employment as an Administrative Medical Assistant, Medical Biller/Medical Coder, and/or Medical Secretary.
Students will:
- Compile, process, and maintain medical records of hospital and clinic
- Understand ethical, legal, and regulatory requirements of the healthcare system
- Classify medical and healthcare concepts
The capstone for this microcredential would be the student passage of at least one of two national exams offered by the American Medical Certification Association (AMCA): Medical Administrative Assistant Certification (MAAC) and Medical Coder and Biller Certification (MCBC).