Foundational | Pharmacology

Pharmacology Course

Understand the medications you encounter in healthcare documentation. Study drug classes, terminology and body-system applications through self-paced lessons with instructor support.

Self-paced online studyRecorded lessonsInstructor support
Pharmacology Course

For medical coders, billers and healthcare learners who want a stronger understanding of pharmaceutical concepts.

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Before you enroll

Starting pointReview the recommended background below.

Study materialsBooks are purchased separately. Check the assigned editions.

Continuing educationThis course does not include CEUs. Explore CCO Club for continuing education.

Build skills you can use

LEARNING FOCUS 1

Build familiarity with drug names, classes and common uses

LEARNING FOCUS 2

Connect medications with body systems and disease processes

LEARNING FOCUS 3

Understand foundational drug dosage, administration and safety terminology

Who this course is for

For medical coders, billers and healthcare learners who want a stronger understanding of pharmaceutical concepts.

Not sure whether this is the right next step? Ask CCO for guidance before purchasing.

Recommended background and prerequisites

Medical terminology familiarity is helpful, but coding knowledge is not required. This course teaches pharmacology concepts rather than medical coding.

Explore the curriculum

Topics covered include:

  • Basic dosage mathematics, pharmacology, legislation and drug standards
  • Medication administration, nutrition and anti-infective agents
  • Medications by body system, pain management and mental health
  • Special populations, immunizing agents, cancer therapies and drug interactions
Textbooks, materials and what to buy separately

A textbook is required and purchased separately. Check the current CCO book list before ordering.

Check the current course book list

Monthly or lifetime?

Choose ongoing monthly access or a one-time course purchase. The options have different inclusions.

Lifetime course purchase

$724 (Lifetime) — Add PHARM to cart
  • Lifetime access to the course
  • Group support and course discussion area
  • Phone support with a coach
  • BHAT® study resources
  • Enhanced BHAT® study files
Additional full-payment inclusions

No additional Review Blitz or mini-mock bundle is listed for this lifetime option.

These are the course’s listed bundle inclusions, not a promise of lifetime access to every separate resource. Check the checkout terms or ask CCO about the access periods for any bonus.

Monthly course subscription

$59 per month (Subscription) — Add PHARM to cart
  • Course access while your subscription is active
  • Group support and course discussion area
  • Private coaching via the Academy
  • BHAT® study resources listed with the course.
  • Cancel future monthly renewals

Review Blitzes and standalone practice exams are sold separately unless specifically included in your checkout offer.

Textbooks and external certification fees are not included unless explicitly stated. Confirm your chosen offer’s terms before paying.

Learn with CCO support

Watch and revisit

Work through recorded lessons at your own pace and replay topics when you need another explanation.

Ask questions

Use the course discussion area and scheduled group support to work through questions as you study.

Find your next step

Ask CCO for help choosing supporting study, review resources or continuing education.

Course instruction: Alicia Scott.

Questions before enrolling?

What does lifetime access mean?

Lifetime access means the life of the product, service or company. It applies to the lifetime course purchase, not the monthly subscription. Separately bundled resources may have their own access terms.

How does the monthly subscription work?

The course subscription is $59 per month and renews until canceled. Course access is available while subscribed. This is a subscription, not an installment plan that automatically becomes lifetime ownership. You can cancel future renewals.

Are these live classes or recorded lessons?

The lessons are prerecorded for self-paced online study. Live group support is separate from the recorded lessons; consult the current student schedule for support sessions.

Can I download the videos?

No. Course videos are streamed online and are not available for offline download. You need a suitable internet connection to watch.

Does this course award CEUs?

No CEUs are included with this course. Explore CCO Club if you are looking for continuing education opportunities.

What is the refund policy?

Course payments are nonrefundable because digital training is made available after purchase. Review the course fit, materials and access terms before enrolling. Monthly subscribers may cancel future renewals; contact CCO Support if you need help understanding the terms.

Ready to start PHARM?

Choose the access option that fits your plans, or ask CCO for guidance first.

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