Become a Certified Medical Biller & Coder in Less Than 6 Months

When you complete the program, you'll earn a Certificate of Completion from SMU Continuing and Professional Education.

The Medical Billing & Coding curriculum is regularly reviewed and updated to reflect current healthcare industry standards, helping you build the coding, compliance & claims management skills employers value while preparing for the CPC or CBCS exam.

SMU Continuing and Professional Education partners with Preppy to offer flexible, online career training programs designed to prepare students with practical skills for in-demand careers.

Through this partnership, students can complete their training online and at their own pace, with Preppy providing the learning platform and student support throughout the program. Upon successful completion, students receive a Certificate of Completion from SMU Continuing and Professional Education.

SMU Continuing and Professional Education is part of Southern Methodist University (SMU), a regionally accredited private university accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC).

Yes! SMU Continuing and Professional Education's Medical Billing & Coding program is built for busy adults. Whether you're working full-time, caring for your family, or balancing other responsibilities, you can complete your coursework on a schedule that works for you.

Because the program is self-paced, you can study when it's most convenient and move through the material at your own pace. While many students complete the program in 3–6 months, you'll have up to 12 months to finish your training.

This flexibility makes it easier to prepare for the CPC or CBCS exam and a new healthcare career — without putting the rest of your life on hold.

Yes, your voucher for the CPC or CBCS exam is included with tuition at no additional cost.

That means that, should you choose to pursue the CPC or CBCS certification, you won't have to pay extra for the exam needed to earn your credential — you can focus on completing your training and preparing for certification.

Both the CPC and CBCS are nationally recognized certifications that can help demonstrate your medical billing and coding knowledge to employers, but they have different areas of focus.
CPC (Certified Professional Coder): Offered by AAPC, the CPC certification focuses primarily on medical coding and is designed to demonstrate proficiency in assigning accurate codes for healthcare services and procedures.

CBCS (Certified Billing and Coding Specialist): Offered by the National Healthcareer Association (NHA), the CBCS certification covers both medical billing and coding, including insurance claims, reimbursement, coding, and regulatory compliance.

SMU Continuing and Professional Education's Medical Billing & Coding program helps prepare you for either certification exam, so you can pursue the credential that best aligns with your career goals.

You can get started as soon as you're ready. There are no application deadlines or semester start dates to wait for.

Once you enroll, you'll receive access to your online coursework so you can begin learning on your own schedule. Because the program is self-paced, you can start when it makes sense for you and progress at a pace that fits your life. While many students complete their training in 3–6 months, you'll have up to 12 months to finish the program.

SMU Continuing and Professional Education offers a flexible way to prepare for a medical billing & coding career without putting your life on hold.

The online Medical Billing & Coding program combines the credibility of a regionally accredited university with the flexibility of self-paced learning.You'll develop the coding, compliance & claims management skills employers are looking for, prepare for CPC or CBCS, get career and externship placement support, and earn a Certificate of Completion from SMU Continuing and Professional Education — all on a timeline that works for you.

Yes! SMU Continuing and Professional Education's Medical Billing & Coding program is designed to help you build the knowledge and practical skills needed to prepare for the CPC or CBCS exam — even if you're just starting your healthcare journey.

• Beginner-friendly: No prior experience required

• Career-focused: Learn the coding, compliance & claims management skills medical billers & coders use every day

• Step by step: Build your knowledge and confidence through guided online coursework

• Practice along the way: Reinforce your learning with quizzes, assessments, and hands-on learning opportunities

• Certification preparation: Complete a curriculum designed to prepare you for the CPC or CBCS certification exam

Our goal is to help you feel confident, prepared for certification, and ready to begin your career as a  medical biller & coder.

You'll have support throughout your learning journey.

From your first lesson to your job search, we're here to help you succeed.

Learner Support: Get help with course content, assignments, and navigating the online learning platform whenever you need it.

Career Support: Receive guidance on resumes, interviews, and job readiness as you prepare to pursue opportunities in healthcare.

All required digital course materials are included with your tuition at no additional cost.

You'll have access to the online lessons, learning resources, quizzes, and other materials needed to complete your program. There are no required textbooks to purchase, so you can get started right away without worrying about unexpected costs.