The Health Information Certificate Program prepares individuals for entry level health information processing positions in various health care facilities. A processor can perform such duties as file and retrieve health records, analyze and assemble incomplete health records, release health information to authorized persons, and provide health information assistance to technical and supervisory staff. Limited lifting of patient charts. Part-time enrollment is possible.
Advanced placement is available depending on documentation of experience or prior education.
See Program Director. Most HIT courses are only offered one semester a year. Advisement for sequencing is important. All courses in this curriculum are applicable to the Associate of Applied Science degree in Health Information Technology. The AAS program requires an application.