Medical Billing and Coding

Fall 2026, August 4th Cohort is Now Closed to Registration.

Please see the Fall catalog for information regarding the Winter 2027 course!

Poway Adult School offers an 18-week comprehensive Medical Billing and Coding course, designed to prepare adult learners for a rewarding career in the fast-growing field of healthcare administration. Students will gain the essential skills and knowledge needed to accurately process patient data, manage medical records, and navigate complex insurance billing systems.

The course covers foundational topics such as medical terminology, anatomy and physiology, ICD-10, CPT, and HCPCS coding systems, as well as healthcare laws, ethics, and HIPAA compliance. Through hands-on practice, real-world case studies, and simulated billing exercises, students will learn to code diagnoses and procedures, complete insurance claim forms, and use medical billing software. Emphasis is placed on accuracy, attention to detail, and professionalism in a healthcare setting.

Upon successful completion of the course, students will be well-prepared to pursue entry-level positions in medical offices, hospitals, clinics, and insurance companies, or to continue on to certification exams such as the Certified Professional Coder (CPC) or Certified Billing and Coding Specialist (CBCS). Please note that certification is not required to begin working as a Medical Biller or Coder.

Instructional Format

✔ Classes are held on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 6:30 to 9:30 PM via Zoom.

✔ In addition, students will attend four in-person Saturday sessions from 8:30 AM to 12:30 PM at Poway Adult School.

Student Requirements

✔ Participation in one Zoom Information Session or contact Miki Blanchard to arrange a one on one meeting with the instructor

✔ Intermediate computer skills

✔ Intermediate English proficiency (Score of 235 or higher on the CTE Readiness Assessment)

✔ High School Diploma or equivalent

✔ Laptop or desktop computer with video functionality

✔ Internet access

Program Costs (Subject to Change)

✔ The total registration fee is $1,769

✔ Students can enroll in the payment plan by registering with a $394 down payment, followed by five additional payments of $275. To register with a payment plan, call the Poway Adult School office at (858) 668-4024.

✔ Scholarships available for students ages 18-26 with considerations*

Drops and Refund Policy - To be eligible for any refund, students must submit a written drop request to Miki Blanchard at [email protected] before the applicable refund deadline. To be considered for a full refund, all course materials must be returned in their original, reusable condition.

✔ Full refund: Students who officially drop the course on or before the first scheduled class meeting are eligible for a 100% refund of the course fee or deposit paid directly to the student excluding any non-refundable registration or processing fees if applicable. Students must return all textbooks and unused electronic textbook codes.

✔ 75% refund: Students who drop after the first course session but on or before the sixth scheduled class session are eligible for a partial refund or either the course fee or their deposit minus cost of any used electronic textbook codes. All course materials must be returned.

✔ Students who drop after the sixth scheduled class session, regardless of reason will forfeit any refund.

Your Goals, Our Data

This course is provided by State funds and your fees. In order for the School to comply with State requirements, we need to collect information from students about their goals, job outcomes and starting salaries when hired after our programs. Please help us by answering the data questions when asked during and after your class.