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Our program offers a comprehensive introduction to computer systems, aimed at providing beginners with no prior computer experience with a solid foundation in essential computing concepts. The course covers the history of computing, hardware and software components, data management, user interfaces, and fundamental internet principles. By the end, students will have a deep understanding of computer functionality and be proficient in using them effectively in various contexts. This program offers a career-focused track for medical billing. Students will gain expertise in medical language, billing codes, health insurance, and legal responsibilities. We delve into various aspects of medical billing, including reimbursement methodologies, common practices, and essential computer skills for medical offices. Our program emphasizes hands-on learning using SimChart, an electronic medical records simulation software. Through this platform, students will gain experience handling patient information, computerized medical billing processes, claim form preparation, submission procedures, payment processing, charge recording, payment posting, and financial reporting. This training will equips students with necessary skills to operate similar software used in real medical offices. This class time is spread across 35 weeks or a 8 month period. The program total hours is 700. Students who need a longer period to complete the course can speak to the administrator before changes are made to the scheduled date of completion. 2 hours live (synchronous learning) via Zoom every week and 18 hours of independent study (asynchronous learning) every week. Open Office Hours scheduled weekly as needed. Instruction for this program is online only. All materials will be delivered to the student receiving instruction via distance education before the program can begin This course is offered in English only, and will require the use of a computer with a Windows operating system.