Health Information Technology Analyst
Health Information Technology Analyst – (221-152-02)PROGRAM OF STUDY
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| Course # | Course Title | Credit | |
| ITD | 136 |
Database Management Software Covers an introduction to relational database theory and how to administer and query databases using multiple commercial database systems |
3 |
| HIT | 132 |
Health IT Infrastructure Development Introduces the various systems life cycles. Covers processes in the design of electronic health information systems, operational management, and medico legal issues facing health care. |
3 |
| AST | 193 |
Studies in Excel For Healthcare Professionals Covers new content not covered in existing courses in the discipline. Allows instructor to explore content and instructional methods to assess the course’s viability as a permanent offering. |
3 |
| ITP | 170 |
Project Management Introduces the concepts of project management as defined by the Project Management Institute, the accreditation body for project management. |
3 |
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| HIT | 235 |
Emerging Technologies in Health IT Provides an overview of various emerging technologies. Explores how health care technologies are used to treat patients, promote safety, and improve patient care. Discusses legal issues created by implementation of the electronic health record. |
3 |
| ITD | 256 |
Advanced Database Management Focuses in-depth instruction in the handling of critical tasks of planning and implementing large databases. Includes an introduction to concepts of advanced data warehousing and database configuration. |
3 |
| HIT | 230 |
Computer Applications in Healthcare Covers systems planning, acquisition, implementation, technology support, strategic planning and governance; as well as threats to security of health information. Covers the value and organization of health care information systems (IS) and the role of the Information Technology (IT) Department. |
3 |
| ITD | 298 |
Seminar & Project The course will be prep for Certified Health Data Analyst domain descriptions: Domain 1 – Foundational Knowledge of Analytics in Healthcare, Domain 2 – Business Needs Assessment, Domain 3 – Data Acquisition, Domain 4 – Data Analysis, Domain 5 – Data Interpretation and Reporting, & Domain 6 – Data Governance. |
3 |
| Total Program Credits | 24 | ||
Notes and Additional Curriculum Options
Course substitutions may be available. Please see an advisor for more information.
For Further Information, Contact:
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Nora Blankenbecler, HIM Program Director |
nblankenbecler@mecc.edu | 276-523-9054 |
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Jane Jones, Dean of Business & Information Technology |
jones@mecc.edu | 276-523-9057 |
