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Apprenticeship is the training period that all newly certified coders must complete in order to prove they learned the skills they need to be career ready. This 2-year period helps AAPC certified coders stand out in the revenue cycle industry as having achieved a high level of knowledge and skill. AAPC requires every newly coder to complete the apprenticeship to drop the -A designation from their credential, but there are a few options to complete the apprenticeship that range from a few months to 2-3 years.
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The quickest way to complete your apprenticeship is to complete an AAPC recognized training course (like the ones provided by A+ Revenue Cycle Training) and the Practicode 2.0 training program, which will each qualify for 1 year of training. Those who learn quickly can complete this option in 18 months or less and remove their -A with no additional employment requirements.
The slowest option is to gain 2 years of full-time employment experience with daily use of coding knowledge. Your employer will need to provide you with a signed and dated letter attesting to your employment history with them and your daily tasks.
You may also combine options to fit your schedule and budget; for example, you may complete an A+ Revenue Cycle Training course, which qualifies for 1 year of the requirement, and gain 1 year of full-time employment experience or 2 years of part-time employment.
Apprenticeship is a vital part of the CPC® credential. Though it may feel daunting now, you’ll soon find that this period only helps you grow as a medical coder!