Medical Records Specialist
Overview
Approved By LWIA: 7
Last Re-Certification Date: 12/17/2025
Program Description
The Medical Records Specialist program offers a self-paced online learning path designed to prepare learners for roles in health information and records management. Students will study key topics including privacy laws and regulations, documentation management, telehealth workflows and electronic health records systems, giving them the knowledge needed to manage patient-data processes in modern healthcare settings. With 24/7 access to coursework, the program allows learners to train on their own schedule and includes one-on-one support and a voucher for a certification exam. While the ultimate aim is employment in roles such as health information technician or medical records specialist, the broader goal is to equip graduates with industry-recognized credentials and validated competencies that enhance their career mobility. The curriculum includes eight individual courses covering foundational healthcare topics, EHR systems, legal/ethical issues and data management workflows. By the end of the program, learners are prepared not only for job entry but for continuing advancement in medical records and health information roles.
Established in 2025
CIP: 51-0707 Health Information/Medical Records Technology/Technician.
Training Program Type
Vocational
Provider Information
Northeastern Illinois University
Associated Job Families and Occupations
- Healthcare Practitioners and Technical Occupations
- (292072 )
Certifying / Licensing / Registering Body
Higher Learning Commision
Quality Assurance
- Illinois Community College Board
- Industry Standard: Certificate
Education Information
Industry Recognized Certification
16 Weeks ( 152.00 Hours / 0.00 Credit Hours )
| Tuition | $2,799.00 |
| Total Cost | $2,799.00 |
Financial Aid
Application Procedure
The maximum tuition and fees amount approved for this occupation is $5000.
Entry Requirements:
- HS Diploma/GED
- Math - 12th grade level
- Reading - 12th grade level
- Language - 12th grade level
- Writing - 12th grade level
Nondiscrimination, Equal Opportunity, and Disability Provisions Compliance Assurance
- EEO Compliant: Yes
- Disability Accomodation: Yes
Program Offerings
- Part-Time Enrollment
- Online/E-Learning Instruction
Performance Data
Program: Medical Records Specialist
Overview
Approved By LWIA: 7
Last Re-Certification Date: 12/17/2025
Program Description
The Medical Records Specialist program offers a self-paced online learning path designed to prepare learners for roles in health information and records management. Students will study key topics including privacy laws and regulations, documentation management, telehealth workflows and electronic health records systems, giving them the knowledge needed to manage patient-data processes in modern healthcare settings. With 24/7 access to coursework, the program allows learners to train on their own schedule and includes one-on-one support and a voucher for a certification exam. While the ultimate aim is employment in roles such as health information technician or medical records specialist, the broader goal is to equip graduates with industry-recognized credentials and validated competencies that enhance their career mobility. The curriculum includes eight individual courses covering foundational healthcare topics, EHR systems, legal/ethical issues and data management workflows. By the end of the program, learners are prepared not only for job entry but for continuing advancement in medical records and health information roles.
Established in 2025
CIP: 51-0707 Health Information/Medical Records Technology/Technician.
Provider Information
Northeastern Illinois University
Associated Job Families and Occupations
- Healthcare Practitioners and Technical Occupations
- (292072 )
Certifying / Licensing / Registering Body
Higher Learning Commision
Quality Assurance
- Illinois Community College Board
- Industry Standard: Certificate
Education Information
Industry Recognized Certification
16 Weeks ( 152.00 Hours / 0.00 Credit Hours )
| Tuition | $2,799.00 |
| Total Cost | $2,799.00 |
Financial Aid
Application Procedure
The maximum tuition and fees amount approved for this occupation is $5000.
Entry Requirements:
- HS Diploma/GED
- Math - 12th grade level
- Reading - 12th grade level
- Language - 12th grade level
- Writing - 12th grade level
Nondiscrimination, Equal Opportunity, and Disability Provisions Compliance Assurance
- EEO Compliant: Yes
- Disability Accomodation: Yes
Program Offerings
- Part-Time Enrollment
- Online/E-Learning Instruction