Clinical coders convert information in patient discharge notes into health classification codes. This information is used for research and to plan health funding and services.

In 2018 there were 51 people aged 29-38 in this occupation.

Source: Statistics New Zealand Census 2018 (Universities NZ analysis)

Highest qualification

• At least 85% of people in this occupation have a degree level () qualification (bachelors or higher). You are unlikely to get into this occupation without a degree.
• 77.8% of current Clinical Coder(s) aged between 29 - 38 years of age have a degree/level 7 qualification as their highest qualification.
• 22.2% have postgraduate qualifications.
• <1% have no post-school qualifications and <1% have a level 4 - 6 certificate or diploma.

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