About
United Career Institute’s Medical Office Administration – Online program in Irwin, Pennsylvania, prepares graduates for entry-level medical office and billing administration work. The program leads to an associate degree and prepares graduates to sit for National Healthcareer Association certification exams for Certified Medical Administrative Assistant, Certified Billing and Coding Specialist, and Certified Electronic Health Records Specialist. Delivered online, the program runs for 18 months and includes an externship toward the end of the program. Coursework covers medical terminology, electronic health records, medical topics, patient-visit coordination, basic coding, insurance processing, and billing. Graduates develop skills in maintaining electronic health records, understanding HIPAA guidelines, and handling billing operations.
At a glance
- Format: Online
- Leads to: Certified Medical Administrative Assistant; Certified Billing and Coding Specialist; Certified Electronic Health Records Specialist
Organization
United Career Institute - Irwin
United Career Institute is a career training school in Irwin, Pennsylvania, with online program options. It trains people for careers in medical assisting, medical billing and coding, medical office administration, practical nursing, and phlebotomy. The school offers an online associate degree option alongside online diploma programs and an online/hybrid practical nursing pathway. Medical Assisting and Clinical Medical Assistant students complete coursework online with in-person clinical days, while practical nursing students combine online lectures with hands-on lab experiences at the school or regional healthcare facilities. Its career training model also includes interactive medical labs, medical externships, academic support, personalized attention, and career services. The residential campus serves students from Westmoreland, Allegheny, and Indiana Counties, while online programs serve students in the Pittsburgh area and Central Pennsylvania.