14000 Fruitvale Avenue, Saratoga, CA 95070 • Phone (408) 867-2200
CAREER PROGRAMS: Health Care Technologies - Insurance Billing Specialist
Major Requirements
| Course Number | Course Name | Units |
|---|---|---|
| Htech 1 | Introduction to Health Care | 1 |
| Htech 2 | Medical Information Processing | 2 |
| Htech 5 | Basic Medical Terminology | 3 |
| Htech 6 | Advanced Medical Terminology | 3 |
| Htech 7 | Medical Law and Ethics | 2 |
| Htech 8 | Communication for Health Care Personnel | 2 |
| Htech 41 | Basic Medical Office Procedures | 3 |
| Htech 42 | Insurance Billing & Coding | 2 |
| Htech 43 | Basic Medical Accounting and Record Keeping | 3 |
| Htech 54A | Internship | 2 |
| Total Units | 23 | |
| Course Number | Course Name | Units |
|---|---|---|
| Comm 12 | Intercultural Communication | 3 |
NOTE: Helpful tips for Htech 2
- working knowledge of use and functioning of computers
- ability to work independently with Microsoft Word
A grade of C or better must be earned for all certificate programs. Students who need additional time to practice computer skills are encouraged to take advantage of the open lab time in the Technology Center
SUGGESTED SEQUENCE:
| Semester | Course Name |
|---|---|
| First Semester (Fall) | Htech 1, 2, 5, 41, 42 |
| Second Semester (Spring) | Htech 6, 7, 8, 43 |
| Third Semester (Summer) | Htech 54A (Internship) |
Department Chair
Kristine Gaiero
408.741.4019
e-mail: kris_gaiero@westvalley.edu
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