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The Major
Course
Offerings
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Source:
2005-2006 Catalog
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This program leads to an Associate of Science (AS) degree
in Health Information Technology. The program features a sound base in
general education in addition to professional courses and clinical experience
designed to guide students in the development of the technical skills
necessary to become a Health Information Technician. The program is on-line
and students must have access to the internet and possess basic computer
skills.
Health Information Coding (Certificate)
This 32 credit hour program leads to a Certificate in Health
Information Coding. Courses required to complete the Certificate include
EN 101, AL 101, AL 141, AL 243, AL 245, AL 246, AL 320, BI 100, BI 101,
BI 250, and BI 255. All certificate course work may be applied to the
associate degree in Health Information Technology.
Accreditation
The Health Information Technology Program is accredited by the
Commission on Accreditation for Health Informatics and Information Management
Education (CAHIIM), 233 N. Michigan Ave. Suite 2150, Chicago, IL 60601.
Admission Requirements
This program has special admission requirements due to limited
enrollment. Interested students should contact the Allied Health Department
for specific requirements or visit http://www.washburn.edu/hit.
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