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Bachelor of Science in Health Information Management
Our Bachelor of Science in Health Information Management (HIM) helps to provide you with the knowledge and skills often required as a health information administrator in a variety of settings such as hospitals, insurance companies, and government agencies. With a focus on operations management, this online bachelor's degree utilizes a multidisciplinary approach to its curriculum.
Billions of dollars have been invested in newer health information technology, leading to a greater need for trained, educated HIM professionals knowledgeable in data management, information policy, finance, information systems, and administrative and clinical knowledge.
The Bachelor of Science in Health Information Management is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation for Health Informatics and Information Management Education (CAHIIM®).
Note: Some courses in the program require you to install software for virtual online lab accessibility. The cost of software and/or lab equipment is not covered under the undergraduate book grant and will need to be purchased when you register for class. Please see the course materials section of those courses for more information prior to registration.
Please be advised that due to the COVID-19 outbreak, many hospitals are not allowing internship placements at this time. We are making you aware as this may adversely impact your time to completion. Please speak with the practicum placement coordinator if you have questions by emailing [email protected].
CAHIIM® is a registered trademark of the Commission on Accreditation for Health Informatics and Information Management Education.
Degree Program Objectives
In addition to the institutional and degree level learning objectives, graduates of this program are expected to achieve these learning outcomes:
- Assess organizational compliance with state and federal governmental regulations, accreditation, licensure, and certification requirements.
- Construct accurate quantitative evaluations related to health care statistics, financial management, and accounting standards and best practices.
- Analyze legal and ethical concerns related to confidentiality, security, and privacy issues in the management of health information in the digital world.
- Implement supervisory and management skills across business functions.
- Demonstrate knowledge of specialized medical language, classification systems, and reimbursement methodology common in the field of health information management.
- Synthesize material on health information management from multiple competing sources.
- Summarize the significance of being a health information administrator in terms of challenges, trends, and developments in a social context.
- Identify significant public policy issues in health information management.
Degree at a Glance
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General Education Requirements
30
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Major Required
67
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Final Program Requirement
3
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Elective Requirements
20
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Total Semester Hours
120
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Degree Program Requirements
General Education (30 semester hours)
| Arts & Humanities (6 semester hours) 1 |
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Select 2 courses from the following:
6
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| Civics, Political & Social Sciences (6 semester hours) 2 |
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Select 2 courses from the following:
6
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| Communication: Writing, Oral, and Multimedia (9 semester hours) |
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Select 1 course from the following:
3
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| History (3 semester hours) |
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Select 1 course from the following:
3
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| Mathematics and Applied Reasoning (3 semester hours) |
| Natural Sciences (3 semester hours) |
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Select 1 course from the following:
3
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Total Semester Hours
30
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Major Required (67 semester hours)
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Total Semester Hours
67
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Final Program Requirement (3 semester hours)
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Total Semester Hours
3
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Elective Requirements (20 semester hours)
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Select any courses that have not been used to fulfill requirements listed above. Credits applied toward a minor or certificate in an unrelated field may be used to fulfill elective credit for the major.
20
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Total Semester Hours
20
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All literature courses require successful completion of ENGL101-Proficiency in Writing or ENGL110-Making Writing Relevant.
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All literature courses require successful completion of ENGL101-Proficiency in Writing or ENGL110-Making Writing Relevant.
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Prerequisite: Senior Standing and completion of all major courses prior to enrollment. Must be taken as the last course before graduation.