Health Information Specialist, TCC

The HIT Management certificate incorporates the education needed to orient a student toward Health information while at the same time preparing the student to perform the basic skills and knowledge needed to properly handle and prepare protected health data according to state and federal guidelines from initial contact until and after the patient is discharged from any type of healthcare facility. The curriculum focuses on: Health Information Management; Healthcare delivery systems; Data management, structure and content; Information technology systems; the American legal system, as it relates to the medical community; Liability, confidentiality and access to information; Electronic health records and Health information requirements. The certificate is designed to encourage student advancement in the field and preparation for an entry level position any many health care fields.

This program qualifies for the HOPE Career Grant.

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