Charter Oak's certificate programs and credential programs are perfect for professionals and adult learners seeking continuing education and career advancement opportunities.
The courses for our certificates and credentials are offered online in convenient accelerated 5-week or 8-week terms.
Grades of C or higher must be earned in each certificate course. Certificate students are subject to our administrative withdrawal policy.
Cancer Registry Management Certificate - NCRA accredited
Learn from our industry experts and add this stackable credential to your resume as you become eligible for employment in the field of cancer registry.
Clinical Documentation Improvement - CAHIIM® Accredited
This certificate is designed for adult learners who already have a minimum of an Associate’s degree along with 1-2 years of related experience, who want a specialized certificate to increase their opportunities for employment in CDI.
Health Information Fundamentals for Health Professionals Certificate
The Health Information Fundamentals for Health Professionals Certificate is designed for students who are employed in an administrative staff position within healthcare, primarily in an HIM department, who are looking to gain a better understanding of HIM and want to advance in their career.
Health Information Management Certificate
The Certificate in Health Information Management is designed for students who have a bachelor's degree in anything other than Health Information Management who wish to qualify for the Registered Health Information Administrator (RHIA) credential exam administered by AHIMA. Charter Oak's online bachelor's degree in Health Information Management equips students with the healthcare knowledge and skills needed to manage patient data and improve patient care in today's healthcare environments. Knowledge of the electronic management of sensitive patient health information and healthcare organization revenue cycle management is critical for success in the healthcare field today. Our program is structured to provide a professional education with a comprehensive curriculum that is guided by the principle of quality healthcare through quality information.
Health Insurance Customer Service Certificate - CAHIIM® Accredited
The Certificate in Health Insurance Customer Services is designed for students who are interested in career development within the Health Insurance industry. It is also appropriate for individuals seeking to transition into the Health Insurance industry. All of the courses are available in an online accelerated format through Charter Oak.
Leadership in Health Care Administration Certificate - CAHIIM® Accredited
This certificate is primarily intended for students who are already employed in the healthcare industry (clinical, allied health, insurance, medical office, etc.) and are seeking career advancement. All courses may be completed online, and all credits will apply toward degree requirements at Charter Oak State College.
Medical Coding Certificate
This certificate is designed for students who are interested in the profession of medical coding and wish to earn a medical coding credential from AHIMA or the AAPC. Charter Oak's online Certificate in Medical Coding equips students with the healthcare knowledge and skills needed to analyze and code patient data and improve reimbursement and data in today's healthcare environments. Knowledge of the electronic management of sensitive patient health information and healthcare organization revenue cycle management is critical for success in the healthcare field today. Our program is structured to provide a professional education with a comprehensive coding curriculum that includes a medical science foundation, and is guided by the principle of quality healthcare through quality information. This is a 30 credit certificate.
Physician Practice Management Certificate - CAHIIM® Accredited
As a Physician Practice Manager you may work in large healthcare practices such as hospitals or multi-specialty clinics.
Project Management Certificate
Does your current position require project management skills, or are you looking for a career that does? This certificate program is designed to assist professionals, with some college credits and work experience, in developing valuable project management skills.
Provider Credentialing Specialist Certificate - CAHIIM® Accredited
Learn from our industry experts as you add the skills sought out by today’s employers including hospitals, group practices, ambulatory care service providers, credentialing agencies, health insurers and managed care organizations.
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