Health Information Technology AAS
Overview
Approved By LWIA: 5
Last Re-Certification Date: 6/26/2024
Program Description
The Health Information Technology degree is designed to meet the needs of individuals seeking employment in the field of health information management. The rigorous curriculum incorporates a combination of business, science and information technology applications required for this dynamic field. The curriculum is designed to prepare students for a successful career in the Health Information Management (HIM) field. Through hands-on learning activities and classroom simulations, students will gain valuable skills for a variety of professional areas, including coding, data analysis, and ethical health management leadership.
Established in 2009
CIP: 51-0706 Health Information/Medical Records Administration/Administrator.
Training Program Type
Vocational
Provider Information
Waubonsee Community College
Program Contact Info
Associated Job Families and Occupations
- Healthcare Practitioners and Technical Occupations
- (292072 )
- (299021 )
Certifying / Licensing / Registering Body
AHIMA
Quality Assurance
Education Information
Industry Recognized Certification, Associates Degree
72 Weeks ( 1040.00 Hours / 60.00 Credit Hours )
| Tuition | $8,280.00 |
| Books | $4,564.00 |
| Fees | $540.00 |
| Tests | $325.00 |
| Total Cost | $13,709.00 |
Financial Aid
- Pell Grants
- Illinois Monetary Award Program
- Federal loans(Stafford, PLUS, etc)
- Institutional Scholarships
Application Procedure
For further information, please call the Counseling Department at (630) 466-2361. Students can register online, mail, fax or walk-in at any campus location.
Entry Requirements:
- HS Diploma/GED
- Physical Exam
- Math - Contact Career Advisor
- Reading - Contact Career Advisor
- Writing - College level
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
- Weekend Classes
- Night Classes
- Day Classes
Performance Data
Program: Health Information Technology AAS
Overview
Approved By LWIA: 5
Last Re-Certification Date: 6/26/2024
Program Description
The Health Information Technology degree is designed to meet the needs of individuals seeking employment in the field of health information management. The rigorous curriculum incorporates a combination of business, science and information technology applications required for this dynamic field. The curriculum is designed to prepare students for a successful career in the Health Information Management (HIM) field. Through hands-on learning activities and classroom simulations, students will gain valuable skills for a variety of professional areas, including coding, data analysis, and ethical health management leadership.
Established in 2009
CIP: 51-0706 Health Information/Medical Records Administration/Administrator.
Provider Information
Waubonsee Community College
Program Contact Info
Associated Job Families and Occupations
- Healthcare Practitioners and Technical Occupations
- (292072 )
- (299021 )
Certifying / Licensing / Registering Body
AHIMA
Quality Assurance
Education Information
Industry Recognized Certification, Associates Degree
72 Weeks ( 1040.00 Hours / 60.00 Credit Hours )
| Tuition | $8,280.00 |
| Books | $4,564.00 |
| Fees | $540.00 |
| Tests | $325.00 |
| Total Cost | $13,709.00 |
Financial Aid
- Pell Grants
- Illinois Monetary Award Program
- Federal loans(Stafford, PLUS, etc)
- Institutional Scholarships
Application Procedure
For further information, please call the Counseling Department at (630) 466-2361. Students can register online, mail, fax or walk-in at any campus location.
Entry Requirements:
- HS Diploma/GED
- Physical Exam
- Math - Contact Career Advisor
- Reading - Contact Career Advisor
- Writing - College level
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
- Weekend Classes
- Night Classes
- Day Classes