Health Information Technology (AS)

Program Learning Outcome #1

Manage confidential patient information, either in a paper or an electronic format, for reimbursement, accreditation, research, and quality assurance purposes.

Program Learning Outcome #2

Calculate healthcare organization statistics and managerial finances to evaluate and maintain HIM department reporting requirements.

Program Learning Outcome #3

Apply federal, state, local, and professional regulations to maintain compliance, in addition to performing within ethical boundaries.

Program Learning Outcome #4

Examine and evaluate health information systems utilized throughout the healthcare delivery system.

Program Learning Outcome #5

Analyze medical records to abstract, research, and identify disease processes, diagnostic treatment, medical procedures, and pharmaceuticals that are documented.

Program Learning Outcome #6

Categorize patient data into appropriate classifications, nomenclatures, and terminologies to facilitate communication of accurate, timely, complete, and valid information.

Program Learning Outcome #7

Practice individual involvement in professional organization, certification, continuing education, and career development activities.

Program Learning Outcome #8

The program graduate will pass the state of board licensure/certification exam.