Allied Health Professional: Online Certificate Program

Set yourself up for success in the exciting world of healthcare through our comprehensive Allied Health Professional Program. Earn your certificate in a rapidly growing field and acquire versatile skills that will allow you to work in a variety of clinical settings. You can begin working in 12 months or less.

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This Allied Health Professional Certificate Program is a great fit for:

  • Individuals interested in a career in healthcare
  • Recent high school graduates
  • Any student, healthcare professional, or aspiring healthcare worker who’s looking to join a booming field with opportunities for growth

About the Online Allied Health Professional Certificate Program

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COURSE LENGTH

14 weeks

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TIME COMMITMENT

15-20 Hours Per Week

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TUITION

$6,000*

*You can pay as little as $400 per month. For full payment options and different financing plans, including interest rates from external lenders, please talk to our enrollment team.

This eight-month online program provides courses in Medical Office Procedures and Administration, Human Anatomy and Physiology, Medical Terminology, Electronic Health Records, Microsoft Office Word and Excel, Pharmacy Technician and Insurance Billing and Coding Essentials. You’ll build a well-rounded resume of knowledge with expertise in the front office arenas of insurance billing, coding, electronic health records and the medication background of a pharmacy technician.

When your program is complete, the program covers your registration costs to sit for four Allied Healthcare Professional Certifications, including Certified Medical Administrative Assistant (CMAA), Certified Electronic Health Records Specialist (CEHRS), Medical Coder & Biller Certification (MCBC) and Certified Pharmacy Technician (ExCPT).

Allied Health Professional Fast Facts

13%

PROJECTED GROWTH OF ALLIED HEALTH PROFESSIONAL EMPLOYMENT

56,400

NUMBER OF ALLIED HEALTH PROFESSIONAL JOB OPENINGS PER YEAR

Career Paths

PHLEBOTOMY TECHNICIAN
MEDICAL CODING AND BILLING SPECIALIST
HEALTHCARE ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT
GENERAL MEDICAL ASSISTANT
PATIENT CARE TECHNICIAN

There are more than 717,000 medical and surgical support jobs available in hospitals across America. These jobs pay the most on average per hour of any healthcare support role, starting at $19.25.

-Bureau of Labor Statistics

Interested in a healthcare career, but not sure where to start?

Download our FREE Finding My Career Path Guide. This PDF (5-min read) is packed with all the resources you need to make an informed decision about your future: 

  • A sample profile of a healthcare job, including salary and job outlook through 2031. 
  • A “Day in the Life” job description to help you picture yourself working your new healthcare career. 
  • The 10 questions you need to ask yourself to determine if healthcare is right for you.





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Is this Allied Health Professional Certificate Program right for me? 

If you have some or many of the following personality traits, abilities or desires, a career as a allied health professional may be a great fit!

  • Are you interested in the healthcare field and passionate about helping others?  
  • Do you prefer a career path that allows you to enter the workforce relatively quickly?  
  • Are you motivated to learn practical skills and apply them directly in a healthcare setting?  
  • Are you comfortable working in a fast-paced environment where adaptability and critical thinking are key?  
  • Are you excited about the prospect of working collaboratively with healthcare professionals as part of a team?  
  • Are you detail-oriented and enjoy working with data, medical records or administrative tasks? 

Why Choose St. Ambrose University?

The Allied Health Professional Certificate Program at St. Ambrose University offers students:

  • Flexible scheduling options, which allow you to balance your studies with personal commitments. 
  • A program with an emphasis on professionalism, ethics and patient-centered care.
  • Affordable tuition fees and financing options for those who qualify.
  • Convenient and accessible learning from anywhere in the U.S. — without geographical constraints.
  • Supportive online community and resources for networking and career development.

Inquire Today

Ready to begin your career journey or have more questions? Connect with a Workforce Training Specialist today!

Thank you for your interest, you have an exciting journey ahead!

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