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 Technologist

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 Technology Program

This fully online program will teach you the systems and processes for collecting and maintaining medical records, as well as basic medical terminology and anatomy, and medical billing and coding.

Curriculum

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

  • Computers in Healthcare
  • Comparative Health Records and Data Security
  • Medical Terminology
  • Anatomy & Physiology I
  • Anatomy & Physiology I Lab
  • Anatomy & Physiology II
  • Anatomy & Physiology II Lab
  • Health Data Content and Structure
  • Healthcare Delivery Systems
  • Pharmacology Essentials
  • Legal Aspects of Healthcare
  • Health Information Systems
  • Virtual Lab Practicum
  • Healthcare Statistics
  • Clinical Quality Assessment
  • Health Information Technology
  • Fundamentals of ICD Coding
  • Principles of CPT/HCPCS
  • Insurance and Reimbursement Procedures
  • Intermediate Coding

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.

Financial Aid and Bursary Options Available

Our financial services team is here to make sure that you get access to all the resources that are available to you, such as:

  • Student Loans
  • Bursaries
  • Student Lines of Credit
  • Employer and Union-Sponsored Education Programs

Every student’s situation is unique, and our dedicated financial services team will help you discover all of your financial aid options. Get started learning about your funding options today.

Financial aid is available for those who qualify.

Is a Career in Health Information Technology 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.