Medical Coding: Certified Professional Coder, Certificate is a Certificate program offered by Southeast Technical College in Sioux Falls, SD.
Program Overview
The Certified Professional Coder (CPC) provides seven courses in basic and intermediate coding along with essential skills in anatomy, physiology, and medical terminology. This certificate will allow graduates to ensure that information related to coding maintains it’s quality, accuracy, accessibility and security in both paper files and electronic systems. This one-year certificate allows people to enter the workforce sooner and provide the foundation for completing the entire Medical Coding De
Application Process
- 1Submit ApplicationComplete the online application form with your personal information and educational background.
- 2Submit TranscriptsProvide official high school transcripts or GED certificate. Some programs may require additional documentation.
- 3Financial AidComplete the FAFSA to determine eligibility for federal financial aid. Meet with a financial aid advisor to review your options.Complete FAFSA Application
- 4EnrollmentOnce accepted, complete enrollment paperwork, register for classes, and attend orientation.
Tuition and Fees
Southeast Tech publishes a cost per credit hour rather than a price per program, and its catalog does not publish a credit total for this award, so no single figure is shown here.
- Tuition — $134.00 per credit
- State fees — $44.00 per credit
- Institute fees — $104.00 per credit
- $282.00 per credit, all in
A one-time $25 graduation fee applies to AAS, diploma and certificate students in their first semester. Books, uniforms and supplies are additional. Rates are set annually by the South Dakota Board of Technical Education.
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Why Accreditation Is Important
When you attend an accredited institution, you are attending a school that has undergone a rigorous process that evaluates educational quality. It's not easy to become or remain an accredited institution. The rules and regulations are strict, precise and designed to protect students. Here are some of the benefits:
- A reliable indicator of quality
- Approved program of study
- Qualified instructors
- Recognition by employers nationwide
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School Information
Campus Location
Why Accreditation Is Important
When you attend an accredited institution, you are attending a school that has undergone a rigorous process that evaluates educational quality. It's not easy to become or remain an accredited institution. The rules and regulations are strict, precise and designed to protect students. Here are some of the benefits:
- A reliable indicator of quality
- Approved program of study
- Qualified instructors
- Recognition by employers nationwide