What training is involved to become a medical records technician?

Medical records technicians are generally required to obtain professional qualifications through a training program accredited by the Commission on Accreditation for Health Informatics and Information Management Education. This can be obtained through a qualifying Associates Degree or certification program.

Degree programs for medical records technicians usually include courses in anatomy and medical terminology. Classes also teach students how to manage and maintain records, use medical coding systems and handle workplace finances. Certification programs further focus on the data management side of keeping medical records, providing training in statistical research and analysis and the operation of software programs frequently used in maintaining medical records.