CCRI is offering a FREE Patient Support Specialist Training. The training is for people
who want to work with patients in a medical environment in a non-clinical position.
Graduates that complete this program can expect to begin careers as medical administrative
assistants, patient service representatives, unit secretaries, medical customer service
agents, and other related positions. Students can also expect to learn a wide array
of skills including customer service, medical asepsis, patient conflict resolution,
patient education, knowledge of insurance, Electronic Health Records, phone call etiquette,
and various computing/software skills.
Graduates of CCRI's Patient Support Specialist program are eligible for 10 prior learning
credits that may be applied toward an academic certificate in Medical Insurance Billing
& Coding. The completed certificate is stackable toward an Associate's Degree in General
Studies. Standardized Credit Awards - CCRI
Medical Insurance Billing & Coding Certificate
Prerequisites:
- GED or high school diploma is required.
- Must be a Rhode Island resident.
- Bilingual students are encouraged to apply.
- Due to the nature of this program, full immunizations are required for participation.
All applicants must be fully vaccinated against COVID including the booster. If eligible
for a booster, the booster must be administered before the first day of training.
Program Information:
When: November 30, 2026 - January 27, 2027, Monday - Friday 9:00 am to 3:30 pm
Where: Hybrid, In-Person and Virtual, CCRI Liston Campus, Providence
Cost: FREE for qualified participants!
If interested in applying, please complete CCRI's Program Inquiry Form.
Program Inquiry Form
Brown is currently offering a series of cohorts for the beginning of 2027. Please
go to their website linked below for more information.
Brown University Health Recruitment>>
Details
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Cost - $2,895 Open Enrollment, Includes $10 non-refundable registration fee OR FREE Grant/Employee Sponsored Opportunities Available
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Time Commitment - 8 weeks total
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Contact - For more information, please complete the Program Inquiry Form