Additional Student Costs

• Background check and drug screening: $60

Books, Materials, or Supplies Included

Students are responsible for providing white scrubs for graduation.

Students are also responsible for any additional books needed for exam.

Eligibility, Prerequisites and Required Documents

• Proof of a high school diploma or GED
• No additional prerequisites are identified on the current Trenholm State career-training course information.
• Copy of a state-issued ID
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Additional Program Requirements

• Background Check & Drug Screening
  A background check and drug screening are required for enrollment. Students are responsible for the $60 screening fee, which must be paid at least one week prior to the class start date.

Credential Earned or Examination Eligibility

The program prepares students for professional certification in medical billing and coding. It is the responsibility of every student to register for and pay for the national certification exam. Students will register here on American Association of Professional Coders, AAPC’s website 

Potential Career Opportunities

Medical billing and coding professionals may work in a variety of healthcare and related settings, including:

• Hospitals
• Physicians’ offices
• Health insurance companies
• Specialty pharmacies
• Medical suppliers
• Medical billing and coding companies

Scholarships may be available through

• Pathways for Prosperity
• Workforce Investment Opportunity Act (WIOA). Eligibility is based on many factors and income. Contact the Alabama Career Center for information.