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CPT Coding 10530184

3.00 credits

Medical Records

Prepares learners to assign CPT codes, supported by medical documentation, with entry-level proficiency. Learners apply CPT instructional notations, conventions, rules and official coding guidelines when assigning CPT codes to case studies and actual medical record documentation.

1 Course Section

Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information	Cost
#01VC Fall	Open	08/24/2026 – 12/14/2026	08/29/2026	Online Flexible Due Dates	Online	Aug 24 – Dec 14 - Online Sara Nickel	View Rates

Essential Skills For The Business Professional 10196164

3.00 credits

Supervision & Leadership Dev

Explores skills that are essential for business professionals to succeed in a variety of organizational environments. Learners develop skills related to time management, goal setting, delegation, stress management, assertive communication, emotional intelligence, and training and development.

1 Course Section

Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information	Cost
#01VC Fall	Open	08/24/2026 – 12/14/2026	08/29/2026	Online Flexible Due Dates	Online	Aug 24 – Dec 14 - Online John Burgess	View Rates

Human Diseases for Hlth Profes 10530182

3.00 credits

Medical Records

Prepares learners to interpret clinical documentation that they will encounter in a variety of healthcare settings. Emphasis is placed on understanding the common disorders and diseases of each body system to include the etiology (cause), signs and symptoms, diagnostic tests and results, and medical treatments and surgical procedures.

1 Course Section

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#01VC Fall	Open	08/24/2026 – 12/14/2026	08/29/2026	Online Flexible Due Dates	Online	Aug 24 – Dec 14 - Online	View Rates

ICD Diagnosis Coding 10530197

3.00 credits

Medical Records

Prepares students to assign ICD diagnosis codes supported by medical documentation with entry level proficiency. Students apply instructional notations, conventions, rules and official coding guidelines when assigning ICD diagnosis codes to case studies and actual medical record documentation.

1 Course Section

Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information	Cost
#01VC Fall	Open	08/24/2026 – 12/14/2026	08/29/2026	Online Flexible Due Dates	Online	Aug 24 – Dec 14 - Online Sara Nickel	View Rates

ICD Procedure Coding 10530199

2.00 credits

Medical Records

Prepares students to assign ICD procedure codes supported by medical documentation with entry-level proficiency. Students apply instructional notations, conventions, rules and official coding guidelines when assigning ICD procedure codes to case studies and actual medical record documentation.

1 Course Section

Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information	Cost
#01VC Fall	Open	08/24/2026 – 12/14/2026	08/29/2026	Online Flexible Due Dates	Online	Aug 24 – Dec 14 - Online Sara Nickel	View Rates

Intermediate Coding 10530165

3.00 credits

Medical Records

Prepares students to assign ICD and CPT/HCPCS codes supported by medical documentation and official coding guidance to support appropriate reimbursement. Students will participate in CDI activities, including preparation of appropriate physician queries in accordance with compliance guidelines.

1 Course Section

Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information	Cost
#01VC Fall	Open	08/24/2026 – 12/14/2026	08/29/2026	Online Flexible Due Dates	Online	Aug 24 – Dec 14 - Online Sara Nickel	View Rates

Intro to Health Information 10530180

2.00 credits

Medical Records

Investigates the external forces shaping the healthcare delivery system, differentiating between types of organizations across the continuum of care. Learners will explore the roles and responsibilities of various healthcare providers and the interrelationships among them, as well as the specific duties of health information professionals. Additionally, learners will demonstrate professional ethical standards and examine both paper and electronic health records.

1 Course Section

Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information	Cost
#01VC Fall	Open	08/24/2026 – 12/14/2026	08/29/2026	Online Flexible Due Dates	Online	Aug 24 – Dec 14 - Online Donna Wesenick	View Rates

Intro to Medical Reimbursement 10530120

2.00 credits

Medical Records

Investigates key trends that impact healthcare costs and reimbursement systems, including prospective payment methods and value-based purchasing. Learners compare government and non-government payers, explore payment methods, and apply systems to maximize reimbursement. Additionally, learners will gain skills in managing claim processes and advocating for patients navigating healthcare services.

1 Course Section

Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information	Cost
#01VC Fall	Open	08/24/2026 – 12/14/2026	08/29/2026	Online Flexible Due Dates	Online	Aug 24 – Dec 14 - Online Sara Nickel	View Rates

Lean Organizations 10196114

3.00 credits

Supervision & Leadership Dev

In Lean Organizations, learners apply the skills and tools necessary to enhance company performance and profitability by identifying and eliminating waste throughout all business processes. Lean is a work smarter, not harder, approach that allows an organization to produce more while utilizing fewer resources. Many traditional approaches to business processes require excessive inventory, repetitive tasks, wasted materials, scrap and rework and misappropriated human and other resources. Each learner will: identify and practice Lean Solutions by completing learning plans that cover Lean Operations, Value-stream Mapping, 8 Wastes, 5S Workplace Organization, Set-up Reduction, Cellular Flow Design, Lean Culture Development, Value Chain Management, Kanban Systems and Total Productive Maintenance.

2 Course Sections

Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information	Cost
#01VC Summer	Open	06/01/2026 – 07/29/2026	06/09/2026	Online Flexible Due Dates	Online	Jun 1 – Jul 29 - Online John Burgess	View Rates
#01VC Fall	Open	08/24/2026 – 12/14/2026	08/29/2026	Online Flexible Due Dates	Online	Aug 24 – Dec 14 - Online John Burgess	View Rates

Management Principles 10196191

3.00 credits

Supervision & Leadership Dev

Gain knowledge and develop the expertise necessary to apply the tools needed to perform essential supervisory and managerial functions. Learners will develop the ability to provide timely and constructive feedback, evaluate and improve performance, conduct performance appraisals, conduct employee mentoring, provide workforce training and coaching, communicate effectively and create a motivating environment. Each learner will: demonstrate the application of important management and supervisory roles including planning, organizing, staffing, leading, controlling, analysis, delegation, problem-solving, decision-making, team development, leadership, motivation, training and staff development.

4 Course Sections

Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information	Cost
#01VC Summer	Open	06/01/2026 – 07/29/2026	06/09/2026	Online Flexible Due Dates	Online	Jun 1 – Jul 29 - Online Kurt Swanson	View Rates
#02VC Fall	Open	08/24/2026 – 12/14/2026	08/29/2026	Online Flexible Due Dates	Online	Aug 24 – Dec 14 - Online Kurt Swanson	View Rates
#03VC Fall	Open	08/24/2026 – 12/14/2026	08/29/2026	Online Flexible Due Dates	Online	Aug 24 – Dec 14 - Online John Burgess	View Rates
#04VC Fall	Open	08/24/2026 – 12/14/2026	08/29/2026	Online Flexible Due Dates	Online	Aug 24 – Dec 14 - Online John Burgess	View Rates

Managing Human Resources 10196193

3.00 credits

Supervision & Leadership Dev

Learners apply the skills and tools necessary to identify, acquire and effectively direct employee abilities to meet workforce and organizational challenges and goals. Each learner will: demonstrate the relevance of the supervisor's role in human resources management, explore the impacts of EEOC, write job descriptions, develop recruitment and selection strategies, conduct job interviews, carry out staff on-boarding and orientations, develop workplace policies and procedures, develop and implement training and development programs, execute performance appraisal and management, provide coaching and effectively utilize compensation and benefit strategies.

1 Course Section

Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information	Cost
#01VC Fall	Open	08/24/2026 – 12/14/2026	08/29/2026	Online Flexible Due Dates	Online	Aug 24 – Dec 14 - Online John Burgess	View Rates

Managing Safety & Risk In Business 10196136

3.00 credits

Supervision & Leadership Dev

In Managing Safety & Risk in Business, learners apply the skills and tools necessary to provide a safe and secure work environment. Each learner will: demonstrate the application of safety awareness, understand federal, state and local compliance, conduct incident investigation and documentation, practice effective human relations techniques, conduct safety orientations, inspections and risk analysis, guard against issues of workplace violence, identify and assist employees with substance abuse issues, identify and correct workplace health hazards, practice first aid, CPR, fire and electrical safety, practice emergency preparedness procedures, act as a liaison with external agencies and design safe facilities.

1 Course Section

Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information	Cost
#01VC Fall	Open	08/24/2026 – 12/14/2026	08/29/2026	Online Flexible Due Dates	Online	Aug 24 – Dec 14 - Online Kurt Swanson	View Rates

Project Management 10196188

3.00 credits

Supervision & Leadership Dev

In Project Management, learners apply the skills and tools necessary to design, implement and evaluate formal projects. Each learner will: understand the importance and value of managing projects, assume the role of a project manager, develop a project proposal, use relevant project management software, work with project teams, establish the proper sequence of tasks, chart progress, respond to variation and changes, develop a budget, direct resources and manage a project through its life cycle.

3 Course Sections

Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information	Cost
#01VC Summer	Open	06/01/2026 – 07/29/2026	06/09/2026	Online Flexible Due Dates	Online	Jun 1 – Jul 29 - Online Kurt Swanson	View Rates
#01VC Fall	Open	08/24/2026 – 12/14/2026	08/29/2026	Online Flexible Due Dates	Online	Aug 24 – Dec 14 - Online Kurt Swanson	View Rates
#02VC Fall	Open	08/24/2026 – 12/14/2026	08/29/2026	Online Flexible Due Dates	Online	Aug 24 – Dec 14 - Online Kurt Swanson	View Rates

Revenue Cycle Management 10530157

2.00 credits

Medical Records

Develops skills in managing the revenue cycle by collaborating with teams, ensuring compliance, and applying measures to improve efficiency. Learners will evaluate coding practices for fraud and abuse, conduct audits, and handle appeals. Additionally, learners will analyze utilization data, manage the charge description master (CDM), and conduct clinical documentation improvement (CDI) activities to enhance documentation and reimbursement accuracy.

1 Course Section

Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information	Cost
#01VC Fall	Open	08/24/2026 – 12/14/2026	08/29/2026	Online Flexible Due Dates	Online	Aug 24 – Dec 14 - Online	View Rates

Talent Development 10196199

3.00 credits

Supervision & Leadership Dev

Apply the tools and skills necessary to implement the training cycle of assessment needed to develop human resources in organizations. In Training and Talent Development, learners will analyze organizational training needs, examine training task, develop training objectives, organize training content, determine appropriate training methods, select training recourses, complete a training plan, deliver training and assess the training process

1 Course Section

Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information	Cost
#01VC Fall	Open	08/24/2026 – 12/14/2026	08/29/2026	Online Flexible Due Dates	Online	Aug 24 – Dec 14 - Online John Burgess	View Rates

Team Building And Problem Solving 10196189

3.00 credits

Supervision & Leadership Dev

Apply the skills and tools necessary to facilitate team development and effectiveness, solve complex problems, pinpoint the root cause of conflict, and resolve issues between team members. Each learner will demonstrate the application of the benefits and challenges of teamwork, perform the necessary roles in a team, facilitate the stages of team development, conduct conflict resolution, evaluate potential causes of a problem, develop multiple approaches to problem solving and decision making, exhibit the ability to build consensus and commitment, utilize a systematic approach to defining and solving problems and implement various methods for evaluating results based on established criteria and metrics.

2 Course Sections

Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information	Cost
#01VC Summer	Open	06/01/2026 – 07/29/2026	06/09/2026	Online Flexible Due Dates	Online	Jun 1 – Jul 29 - Online John Burgess	View Rates
#01VC Fall	Open	08/24/2026 – 12/14/2026	08/29/2026	Online Flexible Due Dates	Online	Aug 24 – Dec 14 - Online John Burgess	View Rates