UTSA MBC certification course introduces a unique university fast-track program that teaches students to gain essential skills needed to facilitate all phases of the healthcare medical and insurance revenue cycle process. Online Medical Billing and Coding (MBC) Training is delivered virtually over twenty-three consecutive weeks for a total of 138 hours. The cohort meets with the online instructor two days a week for three hours. Participants will then be required to complete an average of eight hours of homework per week, consisting of video modules, workbook exercises, and coding test banks.
The National Healthcare Association certification exam is proctored in-person at the UTSA Downtown Campus.
Course Information
A welcome email will be sent to you the week of the workshop's start date. This email will contain course information and meeting links. Your instructor will be copied in this email for any questions you may have regarding the workshop.
Program Cost & Policies
- MBC training offers financial assistance in payment plans and Sallie Mae loans.
- Full payment is recommended to secure your spot in the workshop.
- Payment Plan, the first Installment is due at the time of registration to secure your spot in the workshop. Please refer to the Payment Plan Schedule above for the required payment details.
- Educational Funding much be approved before registration.
Attendance Policy: To receive a Certificate of Completion and sit for the NHA CBCS exam, students must have no more than 3 absences and have 90% of assignments completed.
Technology Requirements and Support
- Microsoft Word for assignments and Adobe PDF to upload documents.
- Computer with a web camera and speakers/earbuds/headphones. You can use your own personal device (laptop or desktop). Camera must be on during live sessions.
- Internet access. Wired or reliable connection recommended for online exams and assignments.
- Google Chrome is the recommended browser. In case you are having trouble opening or accessing content, clear the cache and try a different browser.
Register to Learn More about UTSA CBCS Training on our website, to receive the next cohort dates as soon as they are posted.
Spring 2026 Payment Plan Schedule (March 24th Cohort)
| Payment |
Amount
|
Due Date
|
| 1st Payment |
$1,256
|
Due Upon Enrollment
|
| 2nd Payment |
$1,256
|
April 15, 2026
|
| 3rd Payment |
$1,256
|
June 15, 2026 |
*Each payment incurs a $25 transaction fee. This fee is included in the total of each scheduled payment above.
Summer 2026 Payment Plan Schedule (June 9th Cohort)
| Payment |
Amount
|
Due Date
|
| 1st Payment |
$1,256
|
Due Upon Enrollment
|
| 2nd Payment |
$1,256
|
July 1, 2026
|
| 3rd Payment |
$1,256
|
August 17, 2026 |
*Each payment incurs a $25 transaction fee. This fee is included in the total of each scheduled payment above.
Withdrawal/Cancellation Policy:
- Refunds: A full refund (minus $95 processing fee) will be granted if you cancel before the start date. Once the course has started, a 50% refund (minus $95 processing fee) can be requested within five business days from the start date. Refunds will not be granted once the five business days has passed.
- Refunds are processed only in the format payment was received. Payments made by credit cards will be refunded only to the card used to pay.
- Please submit your formal request to withdraw, transfer, or cancel to pace@utsa.edu ($150 fee associated with one-time transfer)
- Payment Plan, Students are responsible for their remaining balance, regardless of course withdrawal.