Health Information Technology

Health Information Technology, AAS

This is an Associate in Applied Science degree.

This program is designed to provide students with the skills and expertise to obtain entry-level positions as Health Information Technicians in a variety of settings. The program is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation for Health Informatics and Information Management Education (CAHIIM). Upon completion of this associate program, students are eligible to take the Registered Health Information Technologist (RHIT) exam. This degree is an occupational program typically not designed to transfer; however, this program has been articulated to some senior institutions. Please contact a counselor for specific details. All courses must be completed with a grade of "C" or better.

BIOL 136 Anatomy and Physiology I must be completed with a grade of "C" or better prior to submitting an application to the program.

Entrance Requirements:

Completion of coursework required to enroll in MATH 107 Applied Mathematical Concepts or MATH 109 Intermediate Algebra, or higher level algebra-based math course OR placement by test into MATH 107 Applied Mathematical Concepts or MATH 109 Intermediate Algebra or higher level algebra-based math course.

Completion of BIOL 136 Anatomy & Physiology I with a “C” or higher.

Health Data Analyst, Certificate

This program is designed to provide students with the skills and expertise to obtain entry-level positions as a Health Data Analyst in a variety of settings. The Health Information Technology associate program is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation for Health Informatics and Information Management Education (CAHIIM). Upon completion of the associate program, students are eligible to take the Registered Health Information Technologist (RHIT) national accreditation examination. This certificate is a specialized field within the Health Information Technology field. Students that complete the associate program and obtain the RHIT credential are then eligible to take the specialized exam for the Certified Health Data Analyst (CHDA) credential through AHIMA. This certificate is an occupational program typically not designed to transfer; however, the associate program has been articulated to some senior institutions. Please contact a counselor for specific details. All courses must be completed with a grade of "C" or better.

Entrance Requirements:

MATH 107 Applied Mathematical Concepts, or higher level algebra-based math course OR placement by test into MATH 108 Intermediate Algebra with a grade of “C” or better.

Healthcare AI Governance & Information Security, Certificate

This certificate program provides an accessible yet comprehensive introduction to artificial intelligence (AI) in healthcare, with a strong emphasis on security, data integrity, and compliance. The National Artificial Intelligence Initiative Act (NAIIA) of 2020 has accelerated AI research and application across the healthcare environment, increasing the demand for professionals who can navigate AI-driven solutions securely and ethically. This program explores AI’s role in enhancing patient outcomes, streamlining healthcare operations, and securing sensitive health data. Participants will gain foundational knowledge of AI technologies, cybersecurity measures, and governance frameworks while learning to assess healthcare system vulnerabilities and recommend appropriate security solutions. The curriculum also covers compliance regulations, governance principles, and risk mitigation frameworks essential for AI implementation in healthcare information systems. Designed for learners at an introductory to intermediate level, this program ensures practical, actionable knowledge that prepares participants to apply AI securely and effectively in healthcare environments through robust coursework and application of CompTIA Security+ principles.

Entrance Requirements:

Must complete BIOL 136 before enrolling in HITT 101, MATH 107 Applied Mathematical Concepts, or higher-level algebra-based math course OR placement by test into MATH 108 Intermediate Algebra.

Healthcare Billing Management, Certificate

This program is designed to provide students with the skills and expertise to obtain entry-level positions as a medical biller in outpatient settings with a focus on public health department services and billing procedures. The student will also learn regulations governing how to start and maintain a medical billing department at a small independent practice or a public health department. The Health Information Technology associate program that this certificate is housed under is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation for Health Informatics and Information Management Education (CAHIIM). This certificate represents a specialized area within the Health Information Technology field. This is an occupational program typically not designed to transfer; however, the associate program has been articulated to some senior institutions. Please contact a counselor for specific details. All courses must be completed with a grade of "C" or better.

Medical Coding, Certificate

The Medical Coding Certificate Program prepares students to become medical coding specialists, training them to understand coding principles, guidelines, medical terminology and coding regulation changes. The program is de- signed to offer a wide variety of learning experiences, including classroom lectures, computerized coding and clinical experiences in both hospital and ambulatory healthcare settings. Coders who have gained several years of experience in hospitals or in an ambulatory setting may elect to take the Certified Coding Specialist (CCS) or Certified Coding Specialist - Physician (CCS-P) exams offered by the American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA). All courses must be completed with a grade of "C" or better.

Entrance Requirements:

MATH 107 Applied Mathematical Concepts, or higher level algebra-based math course OR placement by test into MATH 109 Intermediate Algebra with a grade of "C" or better.