Health Information Management - Associate in Science Degree

The Health Information Management associate degree is designed for students interested in an Allied Health career that incorporates healthcare information and the systems that drive it. The Health Information Management program provides students with an understanding of healthcare administration, information technology and the uses of healthcare data. It is designed to prepare students for entry-level positions dealing with health information management in physicians' offices, hospitals, ambulatory care centres, health insurance companies, health departments, and other allied health venues. Health information technicians organize and manage health information data by ensuring its quality, accuracy, accessibility, and security utilizing paper and electronic systems. Job descriptions and duties vary with the size and type of facility in which they are employed. Health information management provides the skills and knowledge necessary to function effectively as an integral member of the healthcare team. The Health Information Management associate degree is a pathway to a Bachelor of Science in Health Information Management.