Empowered Expertise: Advancing Career Pathways in Coding Education and Leadership

Empowered Expertise: Advancing Career Pathways in Coding Education and Leadership

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Many experienced coders feel drawn to share their expertise but aren’t always sure how to transition into teaching, mentoring, and organizational or provider education roles. This session explores the professional pathways to becoming a confident educator, highlighting the skills, mindset shifts, and practical steps required to advance from coding proficiency into education-focused roles.

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Participants will gain insight into AHIMA-aligned trainer designations, educational competencies, and how teaching amplifies mastery, influence, and professional impact. The session emphasizes practical strategies to support career growth, leadership development, and specialization within coding and revenue integrity.

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Learning Objectives

Participants will be able to:

• Describe career pathways for coders pursuing educator and leadership roles
• Identify the core competencies required to transition from coding to educator-focused roles
• Understand the role of education in auditing, compliance, and revenue integrity
• Recognize the importance of content creation, presentation skills, and communication in educator and trainer roles
• Outline actionable steps to prepare for trainer designations and education-focused career pathways