Certificate IV in Clinical Classification

This certificate equips you with the knowledge required to apply data coding to medical information. You will develop skills to translate descriptions of medical diagnoses and procedures into codes, which are recorded as health data. This requires a good understanding of medical terminology, but doesn't require hands-on contact with patients.

Clinical coders work with hospitals, government organisations and other medical institutes to code medical records. They ensure coded data meets national and legal reporting requirements.

The data you create will contribute to:

• medical research
• health service planning
• monitoring patient safety
• hospital funding models.

This course is offered fully online through our award-winning blended learning model. You will be guided through a series of eLearning activities and attend weekly webinars to consolidate your learning. Assessments are conducted through a combination of webinar and discussion board attendance and online tests.

For commencements from 1 January 2021 up to and including 31 December 2021, the HES Approved Subcontractor is Data-Pro Communications PTY LTD (ABN 88 423 720 983).

On completion, you will be prepared to apply for clinical coder roles with hospitals, government health organisations and other medical institutions.

You may also choose to pathway into further study and undertake a Bachelor of Health Information Management.

You may be able to complete your qualification sooner through formal recognition of your existing skills. This is known as Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL).

To receive RPL, we assess your previous work, education and life experiences against recognised qualifications. Applications for RPL can be made prior to enrolling.

Call us on 1300 TAFE VP (1300 823 387) to discuss RPL options with the course manager.

Before starting your application, please read through the step-by-step VU Polytechnic application process to make sure you have all the necessary documents and information ready to successfully complete your application.

Before applying, you should consider whether you also want to apply for:

• Special admission programs: Depending on your life circumstances you may be eligible for special consideration of your application.
• Advanced standing: If you have significant experience or studies elsewhere you may be eligible for credit for some units of your course and not have to undertake them.