Medical Information Coder/Biller
Technical Certificate
Admission into Medical Information Coder/Biller
Important Information
- Current Program Guide
- Program Changes/Updates
- Check here for the course offering sequence.
- Degree Pathways (Course Planning)
- FAQs (Frequently Asked Questions)
Application Information
- Application: Open Access
The Medical Information Coder/Biller is an open-entry program with courses offered online. Students may start the program any semester, however, core courses may not be offered every term. It is recommended that before starting the Technical Certificate that students meet with an Advisor to discuss placement into core courses. In order to complete the Technical Certificate in four semesters, it is recommended to start in the fall or spring term. The credits in this certificate program apply toward the Health Information Technology Associate in Science Degree.
Health Sciences Advising
The advising staff can answer program-specific questions, assist in career and educational planning, and offer expert educational guidance for students seeking career opportunities through the completion of an A.S. or B.S. Degree or a Certificate program.
Location, Hours and Contact
West Campus, Building 1, Room 130
407-582-1507
Mon-Thur: 8am-5pm
Friday: 9am-5pm
Summer Hours Friday: 9am-12pm
enroll@valenciacollege.edu
Steps for Enrollment in Program Courses
- 1Review the program guide and read the Frequently Asked Questions.
- 2Apply to Valencia College.
- 3Declare the Medical Information Coder/Biller Technical Certificate (TC) as a program of study either via your Valencia application or in a campus Answer Center.
- 4Register for the Medical Information Coder/Biller Program courses assigned to each term.
Frequently Asked Questions
Medical Information Coder/Biller
Do I need to be a student at Valencia to apply?
Yes. You must complete the admission process to the college. You can apply online or email enrollment@valenciacollege.edu if you have any questions.
Can Dual Enrollment students participate in the T.C. Medical Information Coder Biller program?
No. You must be a high school graduate with either a Standard High School Diploma or GED to be eligible.
What courses do I need to take prior to applying?
The program is open-entry with no prerequisite. While there is no program prerequisite, several of the courses do have a course prerequisite that will need to be taken prior to registration. Course description can be found in the online catalog.
Will my courses from other colleges transfer to Valencia?
Once you have applied to Valencia, you will need to request official transcripts sent from your previous institution. The admissions office will evaluate all transcripts once they are received to determine transfer credit; equivalent courses will be posted in your Valencia Atlas account .
Do I need to take the Test of Essential Academic Skills (TEAS) before I register for the program courses?
No. The T.C. Medical Information Coder Biller program does not require the TEAS.
What is the minimum overall GPA to register for the program courses?
You must be in ‘Good Standing’ which requires a minimum 2.0 overall GPA.
What is the deadline to register for the program classes?
If seats are still available, it is possible to register up until the first day of class.
Do students in the T.C. Medical Information Coder Biller program conduct peer-to-peer examinations?
No. The T.C. Medical Information Coder Biller program is an online program.
What is the schedule like if I participate in the T.C. Medical Information Coder Biller program?
The T.C. Medical Information Coder Biller program is fully online, including a simulated professional practice