C45360YV Total credit hours: 15 (This certificate is offered for Valley Academy students.)
The Health Information Technology curriculum prepares individuals with the knowledge and skills to process, analyze, abstract, compile, maintain, manage, and report health information.
Upon successful completion of all courses in this pathway, the student will be awarded a Certificate in Health Information Technology from Davidson-Davie. Once students complete the certificate they can continue their coursework towards the AAS in Health Information Technology. Graduates of the AAS program may be eligible to write the national certification examination to become a Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT).
Program Director: Heather Watson
Progression Requirements
Students must earn a C or higher in the required courses in order to transition into the AAS.
Technical Standards
In addition to Davidson-Davie requirements and course objectives, there are professional standards that encompass communication, motor skills, sensory and cognitive ability and professional conduct that are essential for the competent study and practice of this program. Health Information Technology Technical Standards (PDF opens in new window)
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