Health Information Management

Our Health Information Management program trains you to handle personal health information responsibly and effectively. It combines computer technology, healthcare knowledge and critical analysis skills to equip you with the skills to manage and interpret health data, ensuring that the highest quality of information informs health services. As a student, you will: learn to collect, record, review and transmit health information develop the ability to manage and interpret the information contained within health records become proficient in industry-specific software for health information management understand and apply national data standards in translating patient and medical records into usable data provide quality information for patient care, resource allocation, quality improvement, statistics and planning receive classroom instruction and laboratory practice to become a proficient health information management professional participate in practicum placements within established healthcare facilities. Instruction is tailored to meet the current demands of the healthcare industry. Upon graduation, you will be prepared to enter the workforce as a health information management professional, with employment opportunities in hospitals and other healthcare-focused organizations where your expertise in managing critical health data is essential.