HI 3000

Medical Front Office & Electronic Health Records (EHR)

Online Certification Training

This comprehensive online program prepares you for proper handling of patient data, fundamental health records management, medical office procedures and so much more. Watch our program sneak peek below!

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Some MedCerts programs are restricted in certain states or regions. Please review our State Restriction page to view what restrictions there may be in your state/region or residence of employment and ensure you are eligible for enrollment. 


These restrictions may not apply to students taking programs through an employer, academic or government-sponsored model – including MyCAA and Army, Air Force or Coast Guard.” Credentialing Assistance. To determine eligibility, please confirm with your sponsor or review our military spouse MyCAA-approved or Military Credentialing Assistance-approved programs

Watch our Medical Front Office & Electronic Health Records (EHR) Program Sneak Peek!

MedCerts programs are developed with collaboration from our in-house production team, industry-recognized subject matter experts and our education technology design team. From interactive simulations, interviews with real world experts, game based learning and more, our Instructional Design education model is created to meet the needs of every type of learner.

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MedCerts Tuition Advantage

We believe everyone should have access to higher education. With the option to pay in full, break down payments or utilize government grant funding, we help expand that access.

Monthly Payment Options as low as

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Talk with an Education Consultant to pick the perfect payment plan, from paying in full to installments with interest rates from 0-12%.

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The total tuition can be paid immediately or through a number of grant-funded or monthly payment plan options.

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The pricing listed above for a monthly payment plan is an estimate for the cost of an 12-month payment plan including down payment. Final pricing is given at time of purchase and may vary from both pricing examples above.
*Students in Maryland are not eligible for MedCerts payment plans but may be eligible for other tuition options. Speak to an Education Consultant for further information.

MyCAA, Department of Defense Credentialing Assistance/COOL and Workforce Grants

MedCerts offers financial aid options through these government grant-funded programs – MyCAA, Workforce Funding (including WIOA), and Department of Defense Credentialing Assistance or COOL funding for the Army, Air Force and Coast Guard. Those eligible include Military Spouses; active duty Army, Reserves, and National Guard members; active duty Air Force, Air Force Reserve, Air Force National Guard, and US Space Force; active duty Coast Guard and SELRES members (enlisted and officers); or workforce-funded qualifying job seekers. Speak to an Education Consultant to see if you qualify.

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What Does a Medical Front Office and Electronic Health Records Specialist Do?

With training in both electronic health records and medical administration, you’ll have the flexibility to take on a variety of roles in a number of settings including doctor’s offices, laboratories, urgent care centers, nursing home facilities, hospitals and clinics. You could be responsible for handling patient data, direct contact with patients, basic coding, filing medical records and many other front of office tasks.

1,615

Entry Level Jobs in the US

Medical Front Office and Electronic Health Records will see available jobs grow 33.9% over the next ten years.

All available job and salary information is from Burning Glass Labor Insights and is updated annually to reflect industry changes.

What You’ll Learn

HI 3000

Medical Front Office & Electronic Health Records (EHR)

You could start your new career as a Medical Records Manager with MedCerts’ Medical Front Office & Electronic Health Records online certification program in only 19 weeks.

This EHR and Medical Records specialist program is comprised of 5 courses designed to build a balanced knowledge base and help you excel among the competition. The combination of Intro to Medical Terminology & Human Anatomy and Microsoft Office Basics creates a solid base for your learning. Medical Office Procedures and Administration teaches you specific practices of medical administration, scheduling systems and HIPAA regulations. You’ll be comfortable working in any medical environment after participating in our 3D simulations and virtual scenarios that replicate common healthcare situations. Our online EHR course provides you the skills to develop and maintain electronic health records in both facility and private practice environments. You’ll understand the ethical, legal and regulatory requirements of handling medical records and the practical applications of processes. Through this program, you will qualify for two certification exams through the National Healthcareer Association (NHA) – Certified Medical Administrative Assistant (CMAA) and Certified Electronic Health Records Specialist (CEHRS). With these two lucrative credentials, you’ll qualify for career opportunities in any of these titles: Electronic Health Records Specialist, Health Information/Medical Records Administration/Administrator, Medical Office Computer Specialist/Assistant, Patient Services Representative.

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  1. Understand basic human anatomy and utilize medical terminology in a healthcare facility
  2. Comply with HIPAA/HITECH, OSHA, CMS and other healthcare regulations and laws
  3. Accurately obtain patient information, verify insurance coverage, and prepare forms and reports
  4. Employ Electronic Health Record and related Practice Management applications
  5. Comprehend the use of Diagnosis and Procedure codes in the medical record
  6. Demonstrate an understanding of the soft skill expectations of an allied healthcare professional

Enrollment Requirements

  1. High School Diploma or GED
  2. Web browser with internet connection
  3. Course registration & payment

MEDCERTS-COVERED MATERIALS*

  1. Expert-led video based training
  2. eBooks: Kinn’s Medical Administrative Assistant & Integrated Electronic Health Records
  3. Competency assessments
  4. National Certification exam fee

STUDENT SERVICES

  1. Dedicated Student Success Advisors
  2. Tailored support based on performance & behavior
  3. Exam preparation process
  4. 1 yr. post-program access to Career Center & Career Coaches

*The cost of all materials needed for this program are covered by MedCerts. They are not included in the tuition costs and the student is not liable for any costs or fees related to the above materials.

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Total Program Duration

Eligible Certifications

CMAA

Certified Medical Administrative Assistant Certification

CEHRS

Certified Electronic Health Records Specialist

Medical Front Office & Electronic Health Records (EHR)

Job Opportunities

Entry-Level

Electronic Health Records Specialist

$25,000 – $63,000

Estimated Salary

Career Potential

EMR and EHR Assistant

$35,000 – $74,000

Estimated Salary

Records Documentation Specialist

$32,000 – $69,000

Estimated Salary

Disclaimers

  1. While MedCerts training and related target certifications may be accepted and/or approved by your state of residency, employers reserve the right to dictate prerequisite education, experience, or certification/licensure requirements for their positions. We strongly advise students to research target job posts from area employers and relevant state requirements, barriers, or restrictions prior to enrollment to ensure eligibility upon graduation.

Mental Health Support Professional Online Certification Training—Frequently Asked Questions

Medical Records Managers, otherwise known as Medical Front Office and Electronic Health Records Specialists, are responsible for handling patient data, direct contact with patients, basic coding, filing medical records and many other front of office tasks.

The job outlook for medical records specialists is projected to grow by 8% from now until the end of 2033, a rate that is considered faster than average. This growth is driven by the increasing need for skilled professionals to manage and organize health information efficiently in a variety of healthcare settings.

The average starting salary for medical records managers is $36,000. Salaries can vary based on location, experience and the specific setting in which they work.

To become a Medical Front Office and Electronic Health Records Specialist, you need a high school diploma or equivalent and specialized training through an institution such as MedCerts. Then, you will qualify for two certification exams through the National Healthcareer Association (NHA) – Certified Medical Administrative Assistant (CMAA) and Certified Electronic Health Records Specialist (CEHRS).

In the online Medical Front Office and Electronic Health Records program, you’ll learn: 

  • Human Anatomy and Medical Terminology
  • HIPAA/HITECH, OSHA, CMS and other healthcare regulations and laws
  • Obtaining Patient Information, Verifying Insurance Coverage and Reporting
  • Electronic Health Record and Related Practice Management Applications
  • Use of Diagnosis and Procedure Codes in the Medical Record

To enroll in the Medical Front Office and Electronic Health Records Specialist program, you will need a high school diploma or GED, a web browser with internet connection and course registration & payment.

The cost of the program is $4,000. The cost includes all of your materials and certification exam fees for the CMAA and CEHRS examinations.

MedCerts offers various payment options for the Medical Front Office and Electronic Health Records program, including monthly payments as low as $346 or the option to utilize government grant funding.

While MedCerts does not offer financial aid, students may be eligible for options through government grant-funded programs like:

MyCAA

Army Credentialing Assistance

Coast Guard COOL

Air Force COOL

Workforce Funding (including WIOA)

The total duration of MedCerts’ EHR program is 19 weeks if completing 15-20 hrs of coursework per week.

MedCerts’ certification programs are fully online and designed for remote learning, allowing students to progress at their own pace. The instructional design incorporates interactive elements, simulations and expert instruction.

Required courses for this program include Professionalism in Allied Health, Introduction to Human Anatomy and Medical Terminology, Microsoft Office Basics, Medical Office Procedures and Administration and Electronic Health Records.

MedCerts includes exam fees and preparation materials in the program cost. The courses are designed to prepare students to take and pass the Certified Medical Administrative Assistant (CMAA) and Certified Electronic Health Records Specialist (CEHRS). Additionally, MedCerts students are provided access to a Student Success Advisor team, Subject Matter Experts and Career Coaches to assist with exam prep.

The program includes expert-led video training, eBooks and competency assessments. MedCerts-covered materials also include the cost of the national certification exam. Students get access to additional services like dedicated advisors and tailored support as well.

Some MedCerts programs are restricted in certain states or regions. Please review our State Restriction page to view what restrictions there may be in your state/region or residence of employment and ensure you are eligible for enrollment.

We’re not institutionally accredited as a training provider, but the certifications you’ll earn in this program are accredited through the exam-issuing authority, the National Healthcareer Association. So while our school itself doesn’t hold accreditation, you’ll earn an accredited certification upon passing your national exam.

There are no clinical requirements for the CMAA or CEHRS certifications.

*All available job and salary information is pulled from the Bureau of Labor Statistics, when possible, or compiled from national reported averages and is updated annually to reflect industry changes.

Medical Front Office and Electronic Health Records