This program prepares students for employment in a variety of healthcare settings as an entry-level coder, medical record coder, coding technician, or coding clerk. The content includes medical terminology, anatomy, and physiology, coding systems, fundamentals of the disease process including pharmacology, healthcare delivery systems, basics of medical records services, ethical and legal responsibilities, safety/security procedures, basic data processing, and employability skills. The program consists of lectures, a laboratory, and a virtual practicum experience.