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25 WEEKS

PROGRAM LENGTH

CMAA, MCBC, CEHRS

CERTIFICATIONS

$5,000.00*

Pay in full

TUITION

ISSUING AUTHORITY

*You can pay as little as $336 per month. For full payment options and different financing plans, including interest rates from external lenders, please talk to our enrollment team.

What Does A Healthcare Administration Professional Do?

Healthcare Administration Professionals are the backbone of healthcare facilities because they manage the daily operations including staffing, efficiency, and finance. Depending on your role, the job duties of Healthcare Administration Professionals vary but may include:

  • Maintaining health records
  • Coordinating staff schedules
  • Managing finances and budget
  • Ensuring the facility is following healthcare laws and regulations

Where Does A Healthcare Administration Professional 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

eBooks: Kinn’s Medical Administration Assistant & Integrated Electronic Health Records

Competency assessments

National Certification exam fee

HEALTHCARE ADMINISTRATION PROFESSIONAL

Outcomes

According to payscale, the average salary for healthcare administration professionals with 1-4 years of experience is more than $65,000. The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics predicts the field to grow 32% through 2030. This means there will be plenty of opportunities for professionals who have the right educational background in electronic medical records, medical terminology, and insurance billing and processes.

Upon program completion, students will be equipped to work in any medical office as Healthcare Administration professionals.

Skills Learned

Students in the Healthcare Administration program will complete a full scope of curriculum over 25 weeks in order to master the expertise needed to successfully launch their healthcare administration career. Some of the skills gained include:

  • 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

PROGRAM PREVIEW

HEALTHCARE ADMINISTRATION PROFESSIONAL JOB POSSIBILITIES

Healthcare and Medical Insurance Specialist

$32,000 – $66,000
ESTIMATED SALARY

Insurance Billing
Specialist

$28,000 – $48,000
ESTIMATED SALARY

Physician
Biller

$30,000 – $90,000
ESTIMATED SALARY

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 these national certifications demonstrates to future employers that you have mastered the skills and knowledge necessary to work successfully as a Healthcare Administration Professional.

MCBC

Medical Coder and Biller Certification

This certification proves that you are qualified to begin a career in medical coding and billing.

CMAA

Certified Medical Administrative Assistant

The Certified Medical Administrative Assistant (CMAA) certificate helps 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.

CEHRS

Certified Electronic Health Record Specialist

This certification ensures that you understand how to properly handle patient health records.

HEALTHCARE ADMINISTRATION PROFESSIONAL TUITION OPTIONS

In addition to the following payment options, we offer special corporate volume pricing. Visit the Corporate page for details. 

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

Apply for PayPal Credit and pay zero interest if your balance is paid in full within 6-months. Complete a quick application and you’ll receive a credit decision within seconds.

Pay for your training with an education loan through Sallie Mae or Meritize.

Complete the course registration process to reserve your seat using one of these options.

 

Many employers have education programs or will pay for continued education! Select “Corporate Invoice” if you need an invoice to process payment through company training tuition assistance/reimbursement plans. 

Download the free brochure below to your HR representative or manager and show them the benefits of gaining additional education!

Apply for a workforce grant through Sonoma County Job Link and get all or part of your training paid for! Complete the course registration process on this site to reserve your seat. Select “WIOA” as your payment option. 

Apply for a workforce grant through Sonoma County Job Link and get all or part of your training paid for! Complete the course registration process on this site to reserve your seat. Select “WIOA” as your payment option. 

DO YOU NEED HELP PAYING FOR YOUR CERTIFICATION PROGRAM?​

Many employers offer education assistance programs. Download the brochures to show your employer the benefit of upskilling their employees.

PROGRAM COMPARISONS

PACIFIC UNION COLLEGE COMMUNITY COLLEGE
Program & Tuition Cost
$6,000 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

MEET YOUR PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT SPECIALIST!

April is your Professional Development Specialist.  She is here to help you understand your program of interest, payment options and succeed!  Get in touch with April to learn more about your program, The Center for Professional Development with Pacific Union College and how to achieve your professional goals!

FAQ

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

Ideal candidates for this online program are highly organized individuals who have excellent critical thinking skills, are able to effectively multitask and are both independent and flexible.

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 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.

Interested In Another Program?

The Center for Professional Development at Pacific Union College located in Angwin, California, provides the highest quality training in order to best serve students and surrounding communities. Our specialized career training programs provide up-to-date and in-demand skills, preparation and certification, ensuring that everyone who completes our programs is of the highest caliber.

View Pacific Union's Degree Programs

In addition to our certificate programs, The Center for Professional Development at Pacific Union College offers traditional college degrees with more than 100 academic options. View our degrees. 

Investing In A Pacific Union College Degree

Investing in a college degree is an important decision. Pacific Union College’s traditional degrees offer financial aid options for students. Learn more about our student finance options.