Medical Scribe Courses
Online medical scribe certification with courses that provide thorough preparation for medical scribing. We offer education and certification in general scribing and specialties like Family Medicine, Emergency Medicine and Urgent Care.
Medical Scribe Courses
Medical Scribe Certification Overview
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All courses can be completed from a computer, laptop or smartphone. All materials are included
learn at your own pace
Videos, quizzes and clinical practice scenarios help test your knowledge. You can start at any time
Medical scribe certification
Become a certified scribe to demonstrate your scribing knowledge to employers or schools
Professionalism
Learn how to behave in difficult and sensitive clinical situations prior to your first day on the job
Comprehensive Program
Our General and specialty courses are packaged together for well-rounded learning
Practice in Real-time
Listen to physician-patient encounters and practice scribing, then review with a scribe trainer
Scribe Certification
The Medical Scribes Training Institute Certification (MSTICTM) is awarded for each course completed, including the General Medical Scribe course. Become a certified scribe in one or more specialties with our course bundles. Each of our certificates comes with a unique identification number. You can provide this information to future employers or graduate schools and they can contact us to verify the authenticity of the certificate and your completion of the courses. This certificate is good for all states.

Medical Scribes Training Institute Certification (MSTICTM)
- The Medical Scribes Training Institute Certification (MSTICTM) credential is earned by students who complete our General Medical Scribe course.
- Specialty scribe certification is also available for students completing any of our specialty courses
- Medical specialty scribe certification allows students to earn the best medical scribe certification for their situation and needs
- Recognized in United States and Canada with students from all 50 states
- Lifetime certification – no need to renew
- Become certified in one week of full-time study or take up to 6 months – work at your own pace
- Our certified hospital scribes work at some of the largest hospitals and healthcare networks
Medical Scribe Certification Programs and Cost
Medical Scribes Training Institute offers a variety of online certifications and examinations for medical scribes across several specialties. Everyone completes our General course first and then students are eligible to complete one or more specialty scribe training courses. All specialty courses are combined with the General course to form a two-course scribe training bundle. For example, our General Medical Scribe Certification costs $499. And our Emergency Medicine Scribe Certification two-course package is priced at $599. The General course takes about 30 hours to complete and you have 6 months access. Most specialty courses takes about 20 hours to complete. A list of our scribe certification packages with prices is displayed below.
- General Medical Scribe Certification and Exam: $499
- Pediatric Medicine Scribe Certification and Exam: $499
- Cardiology Scribe Certification and Exam: $599
- Dermatology Scribe Certification and Exam: $599
- Emergency Medicine Scribe Certification and Exam: $599
- Family Medicine Scribe Certification and Exam: $599
- Orthopedic Scribe Certification and Exam: $599
- OB/GYN Medical Scribe Certification and Exam: $599
- Urgent Care Scribe Certification and Exam: $599
- Urology Scribe Certification and Exam: $599
Comprehensive Certification Program
All of our medical scribe training packages encompass the course, exam, and certificate for one affordable price. Everything you need to complete our training and become certified is included within our programs. We do not impose additional charges for the scribe certification examination or certificate. Upon successfully passing our examination, the issuance of your medical scribe certificate is at no cost and will be sent to you via email within seconds of your exam completion. You can also download the certificate from our training portal website. Our doctor scribe certification packages provide a quick, easy and cost-effective way to earn your medical scribe credentials.
Scribe Certification Curriculum and Training Content
Medical scribe certification equips individuals with essential skills and knowledge that are crucial for navigating the fast-paced medical environment. Through the certification process, scribes gain a good understanding of medical terminology, anatomy and physiology, medical charting, medical coding and billing, pharmacology and the intricacies of electronic health records (EHR) systems. This expertise allows them to effectively support physicians and other healthcare providers by ensuring that patient information is accurately recorded and readily accessible. As a result, certified scribes can contribute to improved patient outcomes by facilitating better communication and collaboration within the healthcare team. With certified scribes handling documentation tasks, healthcare providers can focus more on patient care rather than administrative duties.
Overview of our certification curriculum is below.
- Scribe duties & scope of practice
- Physician reimbursement
- Medical terminology and abbreviations
- Anatomy
- Pathophysiology
- Medical tests
- Procedures
- Pharmacology
- Electronic medical records
- Medical charting
- Clinical scenarios
- Patient privacy issues including HIPAA
- Scribe certification exam
Detailed course outlines are available on each course page. Links to each course page are located in the section above.
Medical Scribe Certification Exam Details
The certification examination consists of 100 multiple choice questions. Students must achieve a score of 80% or higher to pass the certification exam. The questions are derived from the course material and quizzes. The examination has a time limit of three hours, with most participants finishing in around one hour. You are required to take the exam in a single session. It is a closed book examination. We have experienced very few failures among candidates. Nearly all individuals pass the scribe certification exam and receive their certificate on their initial attempt. If you do not succeed, you may retake the exam after one week of preparation.
Benefits of Medical Scribe Certification
Obtaining medical scribe certification provides a variety of advantages for individuals seeking careers in the healthcare sector. It improves comprehension of medical terminology and documentation methods, which are essential for skillfully documenting the patient visit into the electronic medical record. Pre-med and Pre-PA students compete for medical scribing positions and this certification not only confirms a scribe job applicant’s competencies but also enhances their job prospects in a competitive employment landscape. Frequently, employers will specify scribe certification as a requirement, and only those candidates who possess this certification will be considered for the role.
Additionally, obtaining certification can lead to improved job performance and efficiency. Certified scribes are adept at managing electronic health records and ensuring accurate documentation, which ultimately supports healthcare providers in delivering high-quality care. This proficiency can result in better patient outcomes and streamlined workflows within medical practices. With certified scribes handling documentation tasks, healthcare providers can focus more on patient care rather than administrative duties.
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