Health Information Management

The Health Information Management Program provides students the hands-on practical application that will allow them to effectively support a medical office or facility at the entry level. Students will be introduced and guided through skills used or associated in medical insurance, medical coding, reimbursement, collection, and the standards of HIPAA compliance and safeguards that protect health care information. In addition, students learn and practice management software that is industry-driven with principles vital to electronic billing processing to complete daily office tasks. 

Length of the Program
10 months (786 hours)

Schedule
Monday through Friday
5:30 to 9:00 p.m.

Average Starting Salary Range
$11.75 to $15.06 per hour

Career Opportunities for Graduates
According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, the field of Health Information Management is projected to produce more than 207,000 jobs by 2018, a growth of 20% in one decade.

Certification
The American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA) offers credentialing as a Certified Coding Associate (CCA) as the starting point for an individual entering a career in this field.

Financial Aid
G.I. Bill, PELL Grants, Tribal Funding, Workforce Connections approved, and Interest-free payment plans available.