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HIT 100 - Introduction to Health Information Technology


Credit Hours: 3
This course provides the opportunity for the investigation of career opportunities, ethics, history and functions of health information technology. The course also provides an overview of the organization of healthcare delivery. It introduces basic concepts and terminology, security, privacy and organization of healthcare in the US. Program requirements must be met prior to starting practicum, successful completion of current drug screen, TB test, criminal background check, and current vaccination record on file. This course encompasses a supervised professional experience in an affiliated health-related agency providing a total of 4 hours (nonpaid). The course provides the student with an opportunity to integrate classroom knowledge and clinical experience within the Health Information Management Department and/or other associated departments with the affiliated health-related agency.

Prerequisite(s): Concurrent enrollment in ENG 110 , unless already completed.
Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0

Semesters Offered: Fall, Spring



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