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What does a Allied Healthcare Professional do?
An Allied Healthcare Professional is a unifying term for any professional that works in a health services position. This program in particular focuses on health services positions including pharmacy technician, electronic health records specialist, billing and coding specialist, and medical office administration. At the end of the program, you’ll have the ability to choose from a wide range of positions that fit your career goals.
Where Can You Work?
Allied Health Professionals work in a wide variety of settings including hospitals, pharmacies, medical office buildings, and, in some cases, 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 Administrative Assistant
- eBook: Integrated Electronic Health Records
- eBook: Medical Insurance, A Revenue Cycle Process Approach
- eBook: The Pharmacy Technician
- Competency assessments
- National Certification exam fee
Allied Healthcare 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 training, you’ll be able to:
- Comply with pharmacy laws, HIPAA/HITECH, CMS and other healthcare regulations
- Appreciate how the use of EHR, practice management & pharmacy systems affect patient safety and reimbursement
- Recognize ICD-10-CM, CPT, HCPCS and modifiers and how to utilize them for billing
- Apply knowledge of pharmacology, medication order fill and inventory management in the pharmacy
Courses - 33 Weeks
Introduction to Human Anatomy and Medical Terminology |
| Medical Office Procedures and Administration |
| Electronic Health Records |
| Microsoft Office Basics |
| Insurance and Billing and Coding Essentials |
| Pharmacy Technician Principles and Practices |
Professionalism in Allied Health |
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Allied Healthcare Professional Job Possibilities
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Pharmacy Technician
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Patient Services Representative
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EMR and EHR Assistant
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Certification Information
Upon completion of your training, you’ll be qualified to sit for multiple certification exams including Certified Medical Administrative Assistant (CMAA), Certified Electronic Health Records Specialist (CEHRS), Medical Coder & Biller Certification (MCBC) and Certified Pharmacy Technician (CPhT).
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 Records Specialist
This certification ensures that you understand how to properly handle patient health records.
CPhT
Certified Pharmacy Technician
This certification proves that you are prepared to work in a Pharmacy setting and be able to receive and process prescription orders from doctor’s offices and patients.
MCBC
Medical Coder & Biller Certification
This certification proves that you are qualified to begin a career in medical coding and billing.
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Payment Options
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.
Program Comparison
Emerge Education | 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 |
Meet Your Training Specialist
Lauren Holubec is your Training Specialist. She is here to help you understand the program, payment options and succeed! Get in touch with Lauren to learn more about the program and how to achieve your career goals. If you are a manager interested in group enrollment, please contact Lauren directly so she can assist you with the enrollment process.
FAQ
You will complete the courses in this program over 33 weeks, making students job-ready in 8 months. The program is flexible, allowing for assignments to be completed anytime, from anywhere, 24/7.
No, these courses do not count for college credit
Yes, our training program is fully online and asynchronous.
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Ready to begin your career journey or have more questions? Connect with a Training Specialist today!
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Shippensburg University has a long history of academic excellence, dating back to its founding in 1871. The university is known for its strong programs in education, business, engineering, and the sciences. Partnering with Emerge Education, they are bringing essential healthcare and IT certification courses to you when and where you need them.
