Metropolitan Community College

Graduates of the Health Data and Information Management (HDIM) program are prepared to work in health information management (HIM) in organizations that create, manage, and utilize health information. Their roles range from clinical coder, data analyst, and cancer registrar to electronic health record specialist. The program combines online instruction, online practical activities, and an in-person practicum experience to prepare students for entry-level employment in the health information management field. Graduates are prepared to pursue a bachelor's degree at an accredited health information management college or university.

This certificate of achievement provides the basic foundation necessary to work in healthare facilities in an entry-level medical secretary/receptionist position.

The implementation, configuration, and support of health information systems is vital in today's healthcare industry. This program instructs students on the management of health IT systems, quality improvement through meaningful use of health information technology, security and exchange of protected health information, and the creation of administrative efficiencies through these systems. Students completing this degree are prepared to work as health IT specialists in a clinical or acute care setting.

This degree provides students with the knowledge and skills needed to effectively perform the duties needed in the supervision of medical office staff.