This program is for individuals who are interested in learning about coding, medical reimbursement, and the revenue cycle.  This certificiate will prepare you to sit for a coding-specific certification/credential.  

Admission Policies

Enrollment in Clarkson College degree programs is limited through a selective admissions process. Admission policies and procedures are available from: the Enrollment and Advising office, College website or Academic Policies & Procedures section (AD-1).

Required Courses for Health Information Management (Medical Coding) Certificate

Course Requirements

(21 semester hours) All courses are 7.5 weeks or 6 weeks in duration.

Courses Semester Hours
GEN 105 - Medical Terminology 1
HIM 108 - Concepts and Principles of HIM 3
HIM 180 - Essentials of Pharmacology 2
HIM 223 - Anatomy and Physiology 3
HIM 226 - Human Disease and Conditions 3
HIM 230 - Coding I: Foundation of Coding 3
HIM 331 - Coding II: Principles of Coding 3
HIM 333 - Classification Systems and Reimbursement Methodologies 3
Total Semester Hours 21
Last updated: 04/13/2026