SUNY Broome Community College

Microcredential in

Healthcare Fundamentals

This course is eligible for financial aid for qualified students.

SUNY Broome Community College

Binghamton, NY 13901

Hybrid

Delivery

1 Semester

Estimated time to complete

8 Credits

Credit-bearing

$875.00

Estimated cost*

What you'll learn

Launch your career in healthcare! Learn fundamental healthcare skills, including medical terminology, first aid, CPR, infectious disease transmission prevention, You'll gain proficiency in key administrative tasks and the intricacies of medical office operations, including Electronic Health Records. Take this microcredential alone and be prepared to immediately apply for medical office positions, or complete with the Clinical Patient Care microcredential linked below to sit for the National Center for Competency Testing certification exams for Phlebotomy Technician, ECG Technician, and Clinical Medical Assistant. Credits from both microcredentials can be applied toward meeting the credit requirements of the Health Studies associate degree.

A hybrid microcredential from SUNY Broome Community College (8 credits). Registration is completed with SUNY Broome Community College. Eligible for financial aid.

Who can enroll

Ages 18 and up.

Upcoming sections

Section 1:

Full

What you can earn

Healthcare Fundamentals Microcredential (Digital Badge)

Prepares for an industry certification exam (Industry-Recognized Credential)

Skills covered

Appointment Scheduling

Electronic Health Record Applications

First Aid

CPR

Insurance Billing

Insurance Coding

Medical Office Procedures

Medical Terminology

Career outlook

Related occupations: Medical Assistant, Phlebotomy Technician, Patient Care Technician

Healthcare support jobs in New York are projected to grow faster than average through 2032.

* Estimated cost

Each campus will confirm final costs.