About the program
Looking for a job in healthcare administration? Become a patient access representative by studying healthcare revenue cycle through UC San Diego Division of Extended Studies. Our three-month, accelerated and online Healthcare Administration Pathways program provides comprehensive training in healthcare revenue cycle management. Participants gain specialized skills that set them apart in today’s competitive job market and pave the way for career advancement within the local healthcare field.
Program highlights:
- Accelerated training: Complete the program in just three months
- Flexible learning: Live and self-paced online program that includes six mandatory live Zoom sessions
- Job-readiness support: Access support with resume and cover letter writing and job interview preparation
You'll receive training in:
- Confirming insurance eligibility and assessing benefit levels
- Calculation out-of-pocket costs for patients
- Comprehensive understanding of various claim forms
- Strategies for appealing denied claims
- CPT codes
- and more!
Spring 2026 Cohort Dates
- Jan. 13-Jan. 30: Applications open
- March 23: First day of class
Summer 2026 Cohort Dates
- April 1-April 30: Applications open
- June 22: First day of class
What you get from the program
Educational Services
Education assistance to achieve training and career goals
Job Placement Assistance
Job search support, career advice and information about growing industries
Work Readiness Training
Training on basic skills like teamwork and working under deadlines needed to get—and keep—a job
Supportive Services
Resources like transportation, childcare, or work supplies to help you complete the program
Eligibility requirements
How the program works
From enrollment to completing the program, here’s what you can expect at every stage:
Submit your application online (when applications are open)
Engage in coursework and training
Get real-world experience
Receive job placement assistance
How to apply
Here is how to apply:
1. Begin your application (it takes 10-15 minutes)
2. Answer the supplemental questionnaire following your application
3. Wait for our team to respond about next steps
Applications are due January 30, 2026
Questions?
Read our FAQs below, email us at hello@workforce.org or call (619) 319-WORK (9675).
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Frequently Asked Questions
This essential role guides patients through the hospital admissions process with expertise and care. Our no-cost Healthcare Administration Pathways program offers an accelerated route to an entry-level position that is both meaningful and in high-demand.
The healthcare revenue cycle process connects patient care to the financial health of the medical provider. Using electronic systems for tracking health records and billing, the cycle covers every step from when a patient first schedules an appointment to when the provider receives the final payment for the care they give.
Still have questions? Email us at hello@workforce.org or call (619) 319-WORK (9675).