Coding Technology

Coding Technology is an 18 credit hour program that trains students to code medical information using ICD-10-CM, CPT, and HCPCS in the health care setting. Medical coding guidelines also covered as part of the program as well as billing and reimbursement concepts for commercial insurance carriers, Medicare, Medicaid, Tricare, and Workers Compensation. Upon completion of the certificate, students are eligible to sit for the Certified Professional Coder (CPC) exam administered by the American Academy of Professional Coders (AAPC) or for the Certified Coding Specialist-Physician (CCS-P) exam administered by the American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA). Work experience in a health care setting is recommended but not required prior to taking either of these exams.

NOTE: This program requires that recipients file the FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) and be eligible for Title IV financial aid. The Workforce Ready Grant is not based on family income. 

The Addiction Studies certificate (CT) prepares students to be direct care professionals in the mental health industry, specifically for drug abusers and addicts. Students learn how to listen, interview and provide feedback, and are prepared to further their education as future social workers and counselors.

NOTE: This program requires that recipients file the FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) and be eligible for Title IV financial aid. The Workforce Ready Grant is not based on family income. 

A medical scribe specializes in charting physician-patient encounters in real-time. The also locate information and patients for physicians and complete forms as needed. Medical scribes are in high demand. Completing this program will allow a student to be designated as an Apprentice Medical Scribe Professional (AMSP) – by American Healthcare Documentation Professionals Group. Students may remove apprentice status once they have completed 200 hours as a medical scribe, and then have the credential of Certified Medical Scribe Professional (CMSP). This 18 credit hour certificate (CT) prepares students to become a certified Medical Scribe. Medical Scribe is an emerging area and is in high demand. Students are required to complete an internship as part of the program.

NOTE: This program requires that recipients file the FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) and be eligible for Title IV financial aid. The Workforce Ready Grant is not based on family income.

Let us clarify coding for you and become a CPC in just 16 weeks. We have classes starting daily and offer the flexibility of working on your own schedule but with instant access to your online instructor. 98% of our students pass the certification exam on the 1st attempt and make starting salaries of $20 to $25 per hour.

This course is designed to expose the student to as many learning domains and skills as possible to enhance skill-building and knowledge retention. Upon successful completion of the course, students qualify for both state and national certification testing. The curriculum and syllabus conform to the EMT National Standards Curriculum developed by the U.S. Department of Transportation. Prerequisites: American Heart Association BLS CPR Certification. Must be BLS. The first class session will consist of a CPR class for those not previously certified. Registration for Fall 2021 opens April 1st!

The Indiana Division of Mental Health and Addiction and the Indiana State Department of Health have jointly approved a training and certification process for the Indiana Community Health Worker Program. ASPIN is certified to provide this training online. Upon completion of the 20 hour online training, and passing a final examination, each participant will be certified as a Community Health Worker eligible for employment in organizations serving families, the elderly, children and youth including outpatient medical / behavioral providers, hospitals, medical clinics, schools, churches and community centers.