Medical Coding Dual Certification Course (MCDC): Instruction & Prep for CPC®, CCS®, & CCS-P® Certifications

Why Choose AMCI?

At AMCI, we are a leading institution for medical coding instruction, training, and exam preparation. Our courses feature easy-to-understand lectures, paired with proven and effective trademarked exam prep tools. Our students consistently pass the CPC® or CCS-P® exams with scores significantly higher than the national average. With AMCI, no additional instruction is needed—our students are fully prepared to take the medical coding certification exams upon completing the course.

About the Medical Coding Dual Certification (MCDC) Course

The Medical Coding Dual Certification Course (MCDC) is specifically designed to prepare you for both the CPC®/CCS-P® (professional) and CCS® (facility) certifications. This single, comprehensive course offers flexibility, allowing students to complete it either independently or with the support of optional instructor-led group study sessions.

Step-by-Step Certification Process
Students begin their journey by completing the CPC® or CCS-P® instruction and exam preparation. After successfully taking the exam, they proceed to the CCS® instruction and exam prep, with all necessary resources included within the course.

Achieving Dual Certification
Upon course completion, students will have earned both the CPC®/CCS-P® and CCS® certifications—two of the most sought-after credentials in the medical coding industry. These certifications provide students with a well-rounded foundation, equipping them for a successful career in both professional and facility coding environments.

Course Features

• Independent Study with Optional Group Sessions
  MCDC is 100% independent, with optional live-webinar instructor-led group studies to answer questions in real-time and keep students on task.
• Flexible Learning Options
  Students can navigate independently in Parts I, II, III, IV, and V, beginning immediately upon enrollment and enjoying 24 months of access.
• Instructor-Led Group Study Sessions
  Advanced CPT and ICD-10-CM sessions are held throughout the year for 8 week sessions in January, March, May, August, and October, providing opportunities for collaborative learning.
• Personalized Attention
  With a 6-to-1 teacher-student ratio, students benefit from individualized guidance throughout their training.
• Comprehensive Anatomy & Physiology with Medical Terminology
  The course includes a foundational medical terminology and A&P course to support your coding education, with an optional advanced course covering pathophysiology and pharmacology.
• Clear and Concise Lectures
  Each chapter includes lectures with straightforward explanations of guidelines, making it accessible for all levels of learning and learning styles.
• AMCI Test-Taking Techniques™
  Proven strategies are seamlessly integrated into the course to boost exam performance.
• Earn Credit Toward CPC-A Removal
  Students can receive 80 credit hours toward the 1-year experience requirement needed to remove the CPC-A Apprentice designation.
• Timed Quizzes & Final Exams
  Each chapter ends with timed quizzes and final exams to assess and reinforce understanding.
• Unlimited Mock Exams
  Through our Mid-Month Mock Exams (MMM), students can access unlimited, timed CPC® and CCS-P® simulated exams to sharpen their exam readiness.
• Unlimited Boot Camps
  Prepare for certification exams and learn AMCI’s proven test-taking techniques.

Additional Features

• Internship/Externship Priority
  Students receive priority consideration in our Internship/Externship Program to remove the CPC-A Apprentice designation. Students enrolled in the Externship Program receive real-world coding experience.
• AMCI Testing Support Services
  • Students who experience test taking anxiety can participate in the AMCI Testing Anxiety full course designed to alleviate test taking anxiety on the medical coding exams.
• Job Placement Services
  We provide resume assistance and weekly vetted job leads in the medical coding field.
• Extended Course Access
  Enjoy 24 months of access to all course materials, giving you ample time to fully prepare for certification exams.
• Mastery-Level Credentials
  After passing the CCS® and CCS-P® certifications, graduates earn prestigious mastery-level credentials, setting them apart as expert coders.
• All-Inclusive Certification Preparation
  No additional courses are needed to qualify for the CPC®, CCS-P®, or CCS® exams.