Electronic Health Records Specialist

345 Hours

Get ahead of the curve in this rapidly expanding health information technology career field!  Participants will learn to effectively utilize electronic health records systems in community and institutional settings.  This intensive program is designed to prepare students to work with Health Information Management, abstraction, coding, HIPPA compliance, and more.  Hands-on experience in a local health care setting is required for completion of training and will be scheduled by program staff.  Graduates are prepared for Certified Electronic Health Record Specialist (CEHRS) national certification exam!

At the completion of training, you'll test to become nationally certified through the National Association.

Total Cost: $2,995
(cost does not include books)

Concentration Courses

• Anatomy & Physiology with Medical Terminology
• Keyboarding for the Medical Professionals
• Administrative Medical Practices
• Electronic Health Records
• Health Data Management
• Medical Law and Ethics
• HIPPA Compliance
• NHA Certification Exam Prep
• Externship

Please contact trudy.pechin@polytech.k12.de.us or call (302) 697-4545 for more information.

Above courses partially funded by the Delaware Workforce Investment Board. EEO/Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities.

A favorable criminal background check is required

For detailed course descriptions, please see our brochure.

Please note: Textbooks and uniforms are required.  Immunizations, drug screening, and a favorable criminal background check are required for entry into the program.  State examination fees are not included in the course price.  Students must meet with a career training counselor prior to enrolling in training.  Clinical hours may be scheduled during daytime, evening, or weekend hours.