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Patient Access Representative Program

Become a Certified Patient Access Representative in 4 Months or Less

The Patient Access Representative program prepares you for front-line healthcare administration roles, from admissions to insurance verification. Delivered fully online, it prepares you for the NAHAM CHAA exam.

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Quick Facts

Program Length:
4 months or less

Format:
100% online coursework + twice-weekly virtual sessions

Certification:
Certified Healthcare Access Associate (CHAA)
— Issued by: NAHAM – National Association of Healthcare Access Management

Career Services:
Resume building, job interview prep, and job placement assistance

Support:
Twice-weekly live virtual classes

Career Pathways:
Patient Access Representative, Admissions Coordinator, Medical Receptionist, Scheduling Specialist

*Ascend Skills prepares students for entry-level careers but does not guarantee employment or career advancement

What You’ll Learn

Scheduling and admissions

Insurance verification and pre-certification

Financial counseling and billing basics

Patient service and communication

Why Choose Ascend Skills?

Flexible Schedule: Learn online at your own pace while balancing work and life.

Affordable Tuition: Career-focused training without the heavy student debt.

Certification Ready: Be prepared for nationally recognized credentials.

Career Services: Resume building, job interview prep, and job placement assistance.

Expert Instructors: Learn from professionals with real-world experience.

Your Career Starts Here

Patient Access Representatives greet and register patients, manage insurance verifications, and play an essential role in providing a positive healthcare experience.

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Apply today or schedule a free consultation with one of our enrollment advisors. Your healthcare career is just months away.

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