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Health Information Technology (AS)

About the Health Information Technology Associate Degree

The Fisher College Health Information Technology Program will provide the curriculum to prepare individuals with the knowledge and skills to process, analyze, abstract, compile, maintain, manage, and report health information. Graduates will have a strong foundation in maintaining components of health information systems consistent with medical, legal, accreditation, and regulatory requirements of the health care delivery system.

Core Courses

HT101 Introduction to Health Information Technology

HT102 Healthcare Statistics, Data Analysis, and Quality Improvement

HT190 Supervised Professional Practice I

HT203 Computer Applications in Health Information Management

HT208 Coding and Classification System I

HT210 Coding and Classification System II

HT212 Coding and Classification System III

HT214 Coding and Classification System IV

HT231 Management of Health Information Departments

HT251 Healthcare Reimbursement Methodologies

HT290 Supervised Professional Practice II

LA121 Law and Ethics of Health Care

ME201 Medical Terminology

SC130 Essentials of Anatomy and Physiology

SC141 Introduction to the Study of Disease

SC220 Essentials in Pharmacology

Total Credits: 47

General Education Requirements

Learning Outcomes

This program will provide students with the opportunity to develop the following competencies and the ability to:

Demonstrate effective, professional written and oral communication skills with consumers and co-workers.
Use and apply critical thinking skills and basic health information management principles to recognize, analyze, and solve problems.
Perform and interpret math calculations related to descriptive healthcare statistics.
Use current technology to access and process health information.
Demonstrate knowledge and skills necessary for entry-level health information competencies.
Practice in a legal, ethical, and professional manner by demonstrating responsibility, initiative, and positive attitudes toward those of diverse backgrounds and to work in teams in a healthcare setting.

Outcome Data

The program had a 50% graduation rate for 2022.
The program had a 100% employment rate for 2022.
The program had a 70% retention rate for 2022.
The RHIT Exam had a 50% pass rate for reporting period August 1, 2021- July 31, 2022.

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Program Snapshot

Credits: 71

Learning Format: Online

Term Length: 8-weeks

Typical Time to Completion*:

12 terms; 24 months

Transfer Credits: Students may transfer in up to 34 credits

Grade Requirement: Students must earn a C or higher in all courses taken for this degree.

Additional Information

Degree Pathways

Students with National Certification through AHIMA, AAPC, or AAMA, and those currently employed in a coding position, may be eligible for credits through Prior Learning Assessment.

Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT)

Graduates of the Health Information Technology program are eligible to apply for the RHIT credential with successful completion of the credentialing exam. Exam information and resources are provided through the AHIMA website. Students are encouraged to keep all textbooks and study materials, and participate in the RHIT Exam Prep course to help prepare for the exam.

RHIT Exam Prep Course

To help students prepare for the certification exam, Fisher College offers an RHIT Exam Prep Course.

This online, 8-week RHIT exam preparation course is designed as a comprehensive review of health information administration, regulations and standards in preparation for the RHIT national credentialing examination through the American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA). Additional topics covered include test-taking tips, preparing quality resumes and cover letters, and honing job interview skills to secure employment in the healthcare industry.

*Based on continuous enrollment of two courses every term. Time to completion may be shorter based on eligible transfer credit or longer if course enrollment varies.