The CCAP provides training on the application of the Clinical Coding Audit methodology to individuals who possess the necessary general and specialist knowledge and skills to conduct an audit.

The Clinical Coding Data Quality Framework supports auditors in conducting a regular internal programme of clinical coding audits, to ensure the quality of coded clinical data is accurate and comprehensive, supporting correct reimbursement and reliable and effective clinical and statistical analysis.

Courses

• CCAP Assessment Day
• CCAP Auditor Workshop
• CCAP Auditor Forum

Documents

• Approved Auditor Code of Conduct (2022-23)
• A Guide to Clinical Coding Audit Best Practice (2022-23)
• Glossary of Clinical Coding Audit Types v1.0 
• Clinical Coding Auditor Competency Framework v1.0 (PDF)
• Clinical Coding Auditor Competency Framework v1.0 (Excel)
• Competency Framework Infographic Design 1
• Competency Framework Infographic Design 2
• Competency Framework Infographic Design 3
• Clinical Coding Auditor Programme (CCAP) Handbook (2023-24)
• CCAP Assessment Day May 2021 Summary of Common Errors
• Data Security Guide 01 Personal confidential data ver. 20-21 (pre DSPT uplift)

The CCTP creates a body of clinical coding trainers who are skilled in using our national training materials to ensure consistent delivery and distribution of national clinical coding standards. This ensures that coders are trained to the necessary standards to produce accurate coded data.

Courses

• CCTP Assessment Day
• CCTP Train the Trainer Course
• CCTP Trainer Forum
• CCTP Trainer Recertification

Documents

• Approved Trainer Conduct (2023-24)
• National Clinical Coding Training Handbook (2024-24)
• National Clinical Coding Training - Interactive Presentation (2022-23)
• CCTP Assessment Day Summary of Common Errors - June 2021
• Data Security Guide 03 Staff Training v.20-21