AAPC CPC (Certified Professional Coder) Bootcamp

The AAPC CPC Bootcamp serves dedicated learners ready to master the high-demand medical coding profession. This intensive training is engineered for:

• Healthcare professionals with foundational medical terminology, anatomy, and pathophysiology knowledge seeking transition into professional coding roles.

• Medical office staff, billing specialists, and clinical support personnel pursuing career advancement through industry-recognized certification.

• Recent healthcare program graduates seeking to distinguish themselves with the most recognized medical coding credential in the industry.

• Career changers who have completed prerequisite medical knowledge coursework and possess strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and commitment to accuracy.

Through AAPC-approved instructor-led training, comprehensive coding practice laboratories, and unlimited examination opportunities, participants acquire the specialized competencies and recognized credentials commanding competitive compensation in this talent-hungry market.

Absolutely. CIAT's 2-week CPC intensive delivers rapid, focused acquisition of this industry-standard, high-value credential that can launch your healthcare career. Through live expert-led sessions, dedicated coding practice environments, personalized tutoring support, and unrestricted exam attempts, you'll build comprehensive readiness to excel on certification and immediately transition into medical coding positions where qualified professionals are actively recruited.

No previous medical coding experience is mandatory. However, participants must possess foundational knowledge of medical terminology, anatomy, and pathophysiology. Our curriculum builds comprehensive coding expertise specifically for those with prerequisite medical knowledge. If you lack this foundation, we recommend completing our Fundamentals of Medicine course before enrolling in the CPC bootcamp to ensure your success.

Unlike self-directed learning, CIAT's CPC bootcamp delivers live mentorship from AAPC-approved certified instructors possessing extensive real-world coding expertise, access to comprehensive case study libraries and coding scenarios unavailable through standard channels, premium examination simulations, and unlimited certification attempts. This comprehensive approach builds both confidence and practical competency, ensuring participants can immediately apply medical coding skills in professional contexts beyond simply achieving certification.

Definitely. AAPC CPC represents the industry's gold standard medical coding certification, positioning you for in-demand positions including Certified Professional Coder, Medical Coding Specialist, Physician Office Coder, and Outpatient Coding Professional. The current strong demand for qualified medical coders enables certified professionals to command competitive compensation packages and excellent job security.

Note: Unless you have two years of medical coding experience, you will initially earn the CPC-A (Apprentice) designation upon passing the exam.

All CIAT bootcamps deliver live virtual instruction featuring interactive coding exercises and real-time instructor engagement.

The CPC intensive runs 8 hours daily Monday through Friday for two consecutive weeks, with a 1-hour lunch intermission:

8:00 AM – 5:00 PM PT / 11:00 AM - 8:00 PM ET.

Absolutely: YES! Truly unrestricted. Your initial exam voucher is provided upon successful bootcamp completion ensuring adequate preparation. Following an unsuccessful first attempt, you'll complete 2 practice examinations scoring 85% or higher demonstrating readiness before receiving your subsequent voucher. After 2 unsuccessful attempts, we offer complimentary bootcamp instruction repetition to reinforce your knowledge and provide enhanced support.

You may retake the examination as many times as required until successful! Following your first unsuccessful attempt, you'll complete 2 practice examinations achieving 85% or higher scores, this identifies knowledge deficiencies and ensures stronger preparation for your next attempt.

We provide continuous support through supplementary practice resources and unlimited exam vouchers at zero additional cost. Your success is our objective.

Refunds are calculated based on how much instruction you’ve received:

• Withdrawal by Day 2 conclusion (16 hours or 20% completion) = 80% refund

• Withdrawal by Day 4 conclusion (32 hours or 40% completion) = 60% refund

• Withdrawal by Day 6 conclusion (48 hours or 60% completion) = 40% refund

• Withdrawal after Day 6 (exceeding 60% completion) = no refund available

No reimbursement is available once Day 6 concludes (48 instructional hours or 60% course completion). This policy maintains fairness as you've received the substantial majority of course material and instruction at this juncture.

Yes. Your bootcamp certification accomplishments convert to transfer credits applicable toward any CIAT certificate or degree pathway. This enables smooth progression from intensive bootcamp training to comprehensive academic programs while maximizing your learning investment value. Academic advisors provide guidance integrating your certifications into your customized degree plan.

Unless you have two years of professional medical coding experience prior to taking the CPC exam, you will receive the CPC-A credential upon passing. The "A" indicates apprenticeship status, which requires two years of coding experience to remove. Upon submitting proof of two years of coding experience, your apprentice designation will be removed from your credential. AAPC's Practicode and Externship programs can reduce your apprenticeship period by one year.

You may use the following approved code books during your exam:

• AMA's CPT Professional Edition (current year)

• ICD-10-CM (current year, any publisher)

• HCPCS Level II (current year, any publisher)

Current year books are highly recommended as code sets are updated annually. You may choose to utilize books from the preceding year, the current year, or a combination of both; however, only one copy of each book is allowed. Both printed books and eBooks are permitted during the certification exam.

To pass the CPC certification exam, you must complete the exam within four hours and answer 70% of the questions correctly (70 out of 100 questions). The exam consists of 100 multiple-choice questions. If you incorrectly answer more than 30 questions, you will not pass the exam. Our examination preparation emphasizes comprehensive mastery rather than minimal competency, guaranteeing thorough readiness for exam success.