Health Information Technology

The Health Information Technology degree is designed to meet the needs of individuals seeking employment in the field of health information management. The HIT curriculum integrates the disciplines of medicine, business, analytics, management, law, and information technology required for this dynamic field. Due to its distinctive blend, graduates have the flexibility to select from a range of job settings within various healthcare environments. Through hands-on learning activities and simulations, students will gain valuable skills in a variety of professional areas, including coding, data analysis, revenue management, and ethical leadership.

The Waubonsee Community College Health Information Technology Program is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation for Health Informatics and Information Management Education (CAHIIM), on recommendation of the American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA).

CAHIIM - Commission on Accreditation for Health Informatics and Information Management Education
200 East Randolph Street
Suite 5100
Chicago, IL 60601
(312) 233-1100 Phone
(312) 233-1948 Fax
www.cahiim.org

AHIMA - American Health Information Management Association
233 N. Michigan Ave., 21st Floor
Chicago, IL 60601
(312) 233-1100 Phone
(312) 233-1090 Fax
www.ahima.org