Certified Professional Coder

Class Description

This program will introduce class participants to the basic principles of coding for outpatient and physician services. Instruction will include beginning through advanced CPT coding. It will cover information about anatomy, terminology and various procedures, as well as demonstrations and examples on how to code each service in the CPT book. This course will prepare participants to sit for the AAPC, formally American Academy of Professional Coders, Certified Professional Coder (CPC) exam.

For those unfamiliar with medical terminology, it is advisable to complete the Certified Professional Biller (CPB) course before enrolling in the Certified Professional Coder (CPC) course. Knowledge of medical terminology is highly advised.

Course Structure & Schedule

This is an in-person and online course.

Schedule:

• Mondays & Wednesdays or Tuesdays & Thursdays, 6 p.m. - 9 p.m

What's Included in Tuition?

• Instruction
• Textbooks
• One-year AAPC Membership
• CPC Certification Exam (includes two exam attempts)

Testing will be scheduled by a student through Meazure Learning Testing Center, in-person or via Live Remote Proctor. The certification exam must be taken by the end of the class year.

Upcoming Class Dates

Register for Self-Paced Orientation

Register for Employee-Led Orientation (In-Person or via Zoom)

Getting Started

To get started, please create a student profile and register for one of our Healthcare Orientation Sessions. This is the first step toward enrolling in our healthcare classes. During orientation, you will learn about available programs, begin the registration process, and apply for grant funding that can cover up to 100% of your tuition.

Note: You only need to complete one orientation. Please choose either the employee-led session or the self-paced session—not both.

Step 1: Create a profile button

Click here to create a profile button.

Already taken a CCWA class? You probably already have an account-no need to create a new one.

Step 2: Register for Employee-Led Orientation

An employee-led orientation session is a live meeting—held in person or via Zoom—led by a CCWA staff member. During the session, you’ll get an overview of your program, next steps, and have a chance to ask questions in real time.

Click here to register for Employee-Led Orientation.

Step 3: Register for Self-Paced Orientation Sessions

• Log in to your new student profile
• Use the search bar in the top right corner to find CCWA Healthcare New Student Orientation
• Click “Register” to enroll

Step 4: Login Information for Self-Paced Orientation via Canvas

After you create your student profile and register for orientation, you will need to complete the orientation course in Canvas.

Log in to the class here.

If you do not know your USERNAME, please click on "Forgot Username" and follow the prompts. You will need to create a password for your account. Once you have set your password, write this down as you will use this login information repeatedly to access the course materials and assignments.

If you need help accessing your VCCS email account, see the How-To: Checking Your Student Email video. The Help Hub is also available for technical assistance via text (804-476-0401), phone (804-796-4000), or email (Helphub@brightpoint.edu).