Health Information Technology Management-AAS
Overview
Approved By LWIA: 7
Last Re-Certification Date: 3/18/2025
Program Description
The Health Information Technology (HIT) program offers an introductory career-focused educational path into the healthcare industry. This program is designed for students who aspire to become healthcare professionals in the Health Information Technology (HIT) career field that includes professional opportunities for Medical Coders and Billers. This program is designed to prepare students to successfully attain a variety of professional coding certifications such as the Certified Coding Professional (CPC) through the American Academy of Professional Coders (AAPC). The knowledge and skills upon completion of the Health Information Technology (HIT) Associate's Program will allow students to enter the vast opportunities that are available in the healthcare industry.
Established in 2013
CIP: 51-0707 Health Information/Medical Records Technology/Technician.
Training Program Type
Vocational
Local Information
| What portion of the total program cost (question 11), is for books and fees? | 300 |
| SOC Code the curriculum will prepare the customer to obtain employemnt in | 93914 |
Provider Information
Malcolm X College
Associated Job Families and Occupations
- Healthcare Practitioners and Technical Occupations
- (299021 )
Certifying / Licensing / Registering Body
Quality Assurance
- Illinois Community College Board
Education Information
Associates Degree
64 Weeks ( 1328.00 Hours / 68.00 Credit Hours )
| Tuition | $9,945.00 |
| Books | $5,205.00 |
| Fees | $130.00 |
| Tests | $399.00 |
| Other Expenses(Materials, Supplies, Tools, Uniforms, etc) | $35.00 |
| Total Cost | $15,714.00 |
Financial Aid
- Pell Grants
- Illinois Monetary Award Program
- Federal loans(Stafford, PLUS, etc)
- Institutional Scholarships
Application Procedure
Applicant must apply to the college online; take placement exam or submit official transcript from all colleges and universities. Meet program admission requirements.
The maximum tuition and fees amount approved for this occupation is $5,000.
Entry Requirements:
- Drug/Alcohol Screening
- Physical Exam
- Prerequisites - BIO 116, CIS 120, HIT 101, HIT 105, HIT 110; Eligibility for Math 118
- Other - Background check, admissions interview
Nondiscrimination, Equal Opportunity, and Disability Provisions Compliance Assurance
- EEO Compliant: Yes
- Disability Accomodation: Yes
Program Offerings
- Full-Time Enrollment
- Part-Time Enrollment
- Internships
- Classroom Instruction
- Labs
- Night Classes
- Day Classes
- Other(Specify)
Performance Data
Program: Health Information Technology Management-AAS
Overview
Approved By LWIA: 7
Last Re-Certification Date: 3/18/2025
Program Description
The Health Information Technology (HIT) program offers an introductory career-focused educational path into the healthcare industry. This program is designed for students who aspire to become healthcare professionals in the Health Information Technology (HIT) career field that includes professional opportunities for Medical Coders and Billers. This program is designed to prepare students to successfully attain a variety of professional coding certifications such as the Certified Coding Professional (CPC) through the American Academy of Professional Coders (AAPC). The knowledge and skills upon completion of the Health Information Technology (HIT) Associate's Program will allow students to enter the vast opportunities that are available in the healthcare industry.
Established in 2013
CIP: 51-0707 Health Information/Medical Records Technology/Technician.
Local Information
| What portion of the total program cost (question 11), is for books and fees? | 300 |
| SOC Code the curriculum will prepare the customer to obtain employemnt in | 93914 |
Provider Information
Malcolm X College
Associated Job Families and Occupations
- Healthcare Practitioners and Technical Occupations
- (299021 )
Certifying / Licensing / Registering Body
Quality Assurance
- Illinois Community College Board
Education Information
Associates Degree
64 Weeks ( 1328.00 Hours / 68.00 Credit Hours )
| Tuition | $9,945.00 |
| Books | $5,205.00 |
| Fees | $130.00 |
| Tests | $399.00 |
| Other Expenses(Materials, Supplies, Tools, Uniforms, etc) | $35.00 |
| Total Cost | $15,714.00 |
Financial Aid
- Pell Grants
- Illinois Monetary Award Program
- Federal loans(Stafford, PLUS, etc)
- Institutional Scholarships
Application Procedure
Applicant must apply to the college online; take placement exam or submit official transcript from all colleges and universities. Meet program admission requirements.
The maximum tuition and fees amount approved for this occupation is $5,000.
Entry Requirements:
- Drug/Alcohol Screening
- Physical Exam
- Prerequisites - BIO 116, CIS 120, HIT 101, HIT 105, HIT 110; Eligibility for Math 118
- Other - Background check, admissions interview
Nondiscrimination, Equal Opportunity, and Disability Provisions Compliance Assurance
- EEO Compliant: Yes
- Disability Accomodation: Yes
Program Offerings
- Full-Time Enrollment
- Part-Time Enrollment
- Internships
- Classroom Instruction
- Labs
- Night Classes
- Day Classes
- Other(Specify)