Program Details
| Time Commitment: | 5 months |
| Schedule: | Mondays and Wednesdays 6:00pm - 9:00pm |
| Course Sections: | POFM 1000, HPRS 1006 |
| Tuition: | $3295 (includes textbooks, AAPC Student Membership, exam voucher) |
| Course Type: | HyFlex (In Person or Online) |
The Medical Coding program is offered twice a year, and each class size is limited to the first 25 students who have completed the registration process.
This course is designed to teach fundamental coding skills for those working in outpatient physician settings. It prepares students to take the AAPC CPC® exam for a career in medical coding. The training provides the most up-to-date information on CPT®, ICD-10-CM Volumes 1 & 2, and HCPCS Level II coding. It also ensures broad knowledge and expertise in reviewing and assigning the correct procedure and diagnosis codes for physician services. The course covers the following areas:
- Regulations, ethics, and laws that impact coding
- Proper application of CPT®, HCPCS, and ICD-10-CM codes to multi-specialty medical records
- Developing proficiency in applying the official ICD-10-CM Coding Guidelines for Outpatient Services
- Learning about various CPT® Modifiers and their correct application
- Preparation for the CPC™ examination
You will need a computer/laptop and access to the internet for this class.
Certification/Licensure: Upon successful completion of the course, students will receive a certificate of completion, and may be qualified to sit for the American Academy of Professional Coders (AAPC) Exam, the Certified Professional Coder Exam (CPC or CPC-H Apprentice), the American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA) Certified Coding Associate (CCA) exam; and/or other national certification exams.
Medical Billing: Students interested in obtaining their Certified Professional Biller (CPB)® certification can explore our Medical Billing Specialist program, offered in partnership with Ed2Go.
| Semester | Start Date | Orientation | Registration Period |
Spring 2025 |
January 27 | January 21 5pm | November 06 - January 24 |
Fall 2025 |
August | August | June - August |
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Minimum age of 18 years
- Drivers License/State ID and Social Security card
Please Remember
- At registration, you must make an initial payment on the payment plan, pay in full, or provide proof of funding.
- Non-payment will result in being dropped from the program.
1. Complete the WCE Short Form |
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Complete the Workforce & Continuing Education short form. |
2. Complete a FAFSA Application |
| If you would like to apply for the Texas Public Educational Grant, which covers 50% of the program's tuition, please complete a free FAFSA application at https://studentaid.gov/h/apply-for-aid/fafsa. |
3. Submit Required Documents |
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Email the following documents to wce@templecollege.edu.
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3. Register for the Program |
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4. Pay for the Program |
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Payment is required within 24 hours of registration to secure your spot in the program. Students who do not meet the payment deadline will be removed from the program. Students may reregister when they are ready to make a payment. |
Additional Information
Upon successful completion of this program, students will be able to:
• Understand the regulations, ethics, and laws that impact coding
• Understand the appropriate application of CPT®, HCPCS, and ICD-10-CM codes to multi-specialty medical records
• Develop proficiency in applying the official ICD-10-CM Coding Guidelines for Outpatient Services
• Learn the various CPT® Modifiers and correct application
• Preparation for CPC™ examination
| Payment Plan |
$3295 + $30 one-time payment plan fee
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| Texas Public Educational Grant (TPEG) |
Eligible students may receive financial aid for 50% of the tuition provided funding is available. Requirements
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| DYD Scholarship | Students may be eligible for the Direct Your Destiny (DYD) Adult Education and Literacy (AEL) Scholarship. For more information: https://www.templecollege.edu/workforce/ael/career-pathways |
| Workforce Solutions | Students may qualify for the Education and Training Grant through Workforce Solutions of Central Texas. For more information: https://workforcesolutionsctx.com/training-and-education/ |
| VA Education Benefits | Please get in touch with Magen McCauley at 254.298.8310 or email her at magen.mccauley@templecollege.edu for questions about using your GI Bill (Chapter 33) or DEA (Chapter 35) benefits to pay for this program’s tuition. |
| Hazlewood | If you have questions about using your Hazlewood benefits to pay for this program’s tuition, please contact Kelly Czapnik at 254.298.8320 or email her at kelly.czapnik@templecollege.edu. |
| Tuition Waiver |
The Texas State College Tuition Waiver program exempts or waives payment of tuition and fees at state-supported colleges or universities for foster youth currently or formerly in the conservatorship of the Texas Department of Family and Protective Services (DFPS) and for those adopted from DFPS. |
FAQs
The Texas Public Educational Grant (TPEG) is a state-funded program designed to assist Texas residents with financial need in covering the costs of higher education at public colleges and universities in Texas. Students must demonstrate financial need as determined by the FAFSA. If approved, TPEG will cover 50% of the tuition for eligible WCE programs.
Eligible Programs
- Certified Clinical Medical Assistant
- Certified Nurse Aide
- Community Health Worker
- CompTIA A+ Computer Technician
- CompTIA ITF+ IT Fundamentals
- EKG Technician
- Medical Coding
- Non-Certified Radiologic Technician
- Patient Care Technician
- Pharmacy Technician
- Phlebotomy Technician
- Project Management for Information Technology
- SHRM Certification Prep
- Sterile Processing and Distribution Technician