Andrews School Catalog

Thank you for your interest in The Andrews School. We are pleased that you are considering our post-secondary programs and appreciate the time you have spent on our website. We invite you to look over our catalog and we hope you will find a program that meets your needs. Founded in 1990, The Andrews School is owned and directed by Linda L. Andrews.

Why we are different in our educational approach: The Andrews School provides a unique and effective educational experience. There is a careful balance between academics and practicality. Education is taken seriously in our intense and comprehensive training. No shortened or partial training is offered. Students are tested consistently throughout the course. Our instructors are among the best in the nation.

Admission Policy: Prior to admittance, students will demonstrate through pre-enrollment tests or counseling the ability to satisfactorily complete a program in the time allotted. A pre-enrollment test is online under the "How To Enroll" section for each course.

Class Schedules: Courses are scheduled on an open-entry basis and are by distance learning. We enroll students throughout the year as openings are available.

Completion Time: Course lengths are listed under each course entry below. Course time may be extended at the discretion of the Director, as long as the student is making consistent and satisfactory progress. There is no additional charge if course time is extended.

Grading, Conduct, and Certificate of Completion: A certificate of completion will be issued following satisfactory completion of all program materials including any required remedial work, as long as all financial obligations have been met by the student. There is no additional charge for required remedial work. Those students not meeting minimum requirements may be placed on academic probation. At the discretion of the Director, students may be asked to repeat unsatisfactory work and complete remedial assignments in order to help them develop marketable skills. If the student does not progress satisfactorily, he/she may be academically terminated. Disruptive behavior may result in immediate termination, at the discretion of the Director (behavioral termination).

Cost of Course and Payment Plans: The entire cost of the program includes tuition. Many students are able to pay in full at the time of enrollment. We greatly appreciate your selecting that option if it is available to you. A payment plan is available. No interest is charged. The length of the payment plan and amount of down payment required for each course are listed under each course entry below

Financial Assistance: We work with several agencies such as Workforce Investment Act (WIA), Vocational Rehabilitation Services, and various private job placement programs from across the nation. Financial assistance (Pell or Guaranteed Student Loan Program) as such is not available at The Andrews School. We have chosen to assist our students by offering a payment plan with no interest.

Refund Policy:

Termination of Course, Rejection, or Cancelled Class: Applicant shall be entitled to refund of all monies paid.

Three Day Cancellation: All monies paid by an applicant will be refunded if requested within three days after signing an enrollment agreement and making an initial payment.

Other Cancellation: An applicant subsequently requesting cancellation shall be entitled to a refund of all monies paid minus a registration fee of 15% of the contract price of the course, but in no event may the school retain more than $150.00.

First Week: For a student terminating training after entering school and starting the course of training but within the first week, the tuition retained by the school shall not exceed 10% of the contract price of the course plus $150.00 but in no event more than $350.00.

Student Withdrawal or School Termination After One Week but Less Than the First 25% of Course: Student is responsible for 25% of full course cost plus $150.00. For a student terminating training after one week but within 25% of course, student is entitled to a refund of payment exceeding 25% of full course cost plus $150.00.

Student Withdrawal or School Termination After Completion of 25% of Course but Less Than the First 50% of Course: Student is responsible for 50% of full course cost plus $150.00. For a student terminating training after completion of 25% of course but within 50% of course, student is entitled to a refund of payment exceeding 50% of full course cost plus $150.00.

Student Withdrawal or School Termination After Completion of 50% of Course: Student is responsible for paying the full course cost. For a student terminating training, student is not entitled to a refund.

Grievance Policy: Student grievances should be initiated in writing in a timely manner during the module the grievance occurred, but no later than 10 days after the end of the module. The following steps must be taken:

a. Formal Process Step One: Student complaints must be submitted in writing to the Student Coordinator, who may consult with the faculty member or other people concerned before giving the student a written judgement on the appeal or may advise the student on alternate strategies in resolving the situation.

b. Formal Process Step Two: Complaints not resolved between the Student Coordinator and the student must be submitted in writing to the Director for final decision. The Director will conduct an appropriate investigation that may include discussion with the student, faculty member, other people concerned and Student Coordinator. The Director will respond in writing, preferably within seven days.

Medical Coding - 80 Lessons

Module I - 20 lessons

Medical Terminology, Anatomy and Physiology, Diagnosis Coding for Physician Services (ICD-10-CM, DSM-V)

Module II - 20 lessons

Anatomy and Physiology, Procedure Coding for Physician Services, Ambulatory Care, Diagnostic and Laboratory Procedures (CPT, HCPCS Level II)

Module III - 20 lessons

Pharmacotherapy, Intermediate/Advanced Procedure Coding for Physician Services, Ambulatory Care, Diagnostic and Laboratory Procedures (ICD-10-CM, CPT, HCPCS Level II), Reimbursement Methods, Medical Office Procedures, Healthcare Data Content and Structure

Module IV - 20 lessons

Prerequisites: Applicants must pass screening test on the "Medical Coding" section of our web site. Please read instructions carefully. No credit will be offered for previous work experience. Credit transfers from other post-secondary programs completed within the past 10 years prior to enrollment with The Andrews School will be considered upon receipt of official transcript for the other program.

Grading Scale:

Total Course Cost:

Course Policy and Time Requirement for Medical Coding: Students spend from 15 to 30 hours a week on coding practice and reading assignments, depending on their ability to cover the material effectively. Each medical coding module is designed to be completed within 21 weeks, the course to be completed within 20 months.

Please note that students must turn in coding work to be graded by assigned deadlines in order to remain as a student. We are able to extend the time for any student who needs additional time, as long as the student continues to turn in assignments at the required pace and is otherwise making good and consistent progress. Students must maintain grades of C or higher to stay in the program. Errors on exams may require remedial assignments, at the discretion of the Director.

Payment Plan for Medical Coding: The minimum down payment is $150.00; the recommended down payment is $900.00. A 36-month payment plan is available. No interest is charged.

Certified as true and correct as to content and policy.
Linda L. Andrews
Director

Licensed by the Oklahoma Board of Private Vocational Schools
Nora House, Director
3700 N. Classen Blvd., Ste. 250
Oklahoma City, OK 73118
(405) 528-3370