Take IT to the next level in a new, trending and exciting field.

You don’t have to be a doctor or a nurse to make a real difference in the world of healthcare. Health Information Technology and Management professionals provide important support by tracking patient information including medical history and test results via electronic medical records (EMRs). If you are seeking an in-demand career that provides meaningful work and a flexible schedule, a career in Health Information Technology could be for you.

Cambridge College of Healthcare & Technology is an online school dedicated to giving you the best healthcare education. Specialized Medical experts are always there to help you get the most out of your learning experience. When you learn online with Cambridge, you can earn your degree without putting your life on hold for years. Learn, work and have a life with an online education.

Financial aid is available to those who qualify.

Why become a Health Information Manager

DO MEANINGFUL WORK

Wake up everyday knowing the work you put in is directly affecting people in need. You’re there to streamline the flow of information so more people can receive proper care based on good information produced by you and your work. HIT & Informatics are vital to patient care and securing privacy protection.

IN-DEMAND CAREER

According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, 2.4 million new jobs are projected through 2026 healthcare. Health Information Technology helps you gain the job skills employers are looking for in the field**.

ESSENTIAL INDUSTRY-SPECIFIC NEED

Health Information Technology is a specialized field that needs smart people like you to help the medical field advance as fast as it’s growing. Many new technologies and practices are being developed, stay ahead of the bell curve with HIT.

100% ONLINE

Not only is the Health Information Technology program 100% online, there are many career opportunities in the field that allow for remote work from home. This is great for those that need a better work-life balance or for people that want to reduce the commuting time in a day.

Why Study 100% Online with Cambridge College of Healthcare & Technology

We Won’t Waste Your Time
Topics covered in the Online Health Information Technology program have been carefully chosen by the best in this field. Our focused curriculum is expertly designed to reduce the course length while fitting in all the knowledge you need without feeling overburdened.

Outstanding Instructors
Our instructors have extensive experience in the health information technology field, and are readily available for you. Get help from experts in the field when you need it, from wherever you are.

Learn at Your Own Pace
Study where you want, when you want. The convenient distance learning system allows you the freedom and flexibility to balance things like work, family and other responsibilities while you get the skills to get ahead. Never feel rushed to keep up or held back when you’ve mastered a topic.

Ongoing Real-Time Support
Instruction is delivered in the form of online chats, videos and bulletin board interactions. You can interact with and learn from classmates and the instructor in real-time or via the platforms chat and bulletin functionality.

Save Money
With online learning you never have to waste time travelling to the campus. Not to mention the added cost of transit or gas and parking. The online program eliminates the cost and inconvenience of traveling to campus, which saves you time and money.


What Our Graduates Say

Michael Salviolo
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
“Best money you ever spend on education.”
Cambridge was the best educational decision ever. I learned more in my 24 months at Cambridge then I did in 4 years at a top university. It will be the best money you ever spend on education…. It was for me!

Kaci Goodner
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
“This has been the best decision of my life!”
I wanted to return to college after having my kids but was unsure where I wanted to go. After a lot of research, I chose Cambridge. This has been the best decision of my life! I highly recommend Cambridge!

Faith Calhourn
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
“I wish I started earlier.”
My experience at Cambridge has been great! They will do all they can to make sure you graduate, and be the best you can be! One of the best choices I’ve made, I wish I started earlier!

Health Information Management Program

Learn the skills to find employment in the growing field of health information management by earning your bachelor’s degree at Cambridge College. You’ll be trained in important skills including creating, collecting and analyzing health records, using software to improve outcomes and medical billing and coding.

Curriculum

In addition to general education courses designed to develop well-rounded professionals, this program features courses including:

  • Introduction to Health Information Management
  • Principles of Healthcare Management
  • Legal & Ethical Aspects of Health Information Management
  • CPT and HCPCS Coding
  • Healthcare Records Data Management
  • Electronic Health Records in Healthcare Today
  • Project Management for HIM Professionals
  • Healthcare Finance
  • Health Information Management Organizational Leadership
  • Principles of Healthcare Compliance
  • Coding and Classification Systems I
  • Healthcare Research and Data Analysis
  • Data Governance for the HIM Profession
  • Quality Performance Improvement Concepts
  • Human Resources in Health Information Management
  • Coding and Classification Systems II
  • Revenue Cycle Management for the HIM Professional
  • HIM Seminar

Job Outlook

According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, overall employment of Health Information Technologists is projected to grow by 17% from 2021 to 2031 and add 7,000 new jobs.

Certifications

This program is intended to prepare you to complete the following exams:

  • Registered Health Information Administrator (RHIA)
  • Certified Coding Specialist
  • Certified Coding Associate

Is a Career in Health Information Management Right for You?

If you’re interested in learning more about careers in healthcare as a Health Information Technologist, and exploring whether this is the right career path for you, fill out our form above. A helpful Career Advisor will assist with everything from career questions to financial aid and help you discover the perfect career path for you.

*Program length when completed in normal time
**USBLS Occupational Outlook Handbook: Medical Records and Health Information Technicians.