Program of Study: Health Information Technology

Academic Division: Biological & Health Sciences

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About Health Information Technology

Health Information Technology (HIT) is a unique profession that combines facets of medicine, data management, and information technology, giving graduates the background to work in a range of health care settings. The Health Information Technology Department at CLC offers one associate degree program and two certificate options.

Associate in Applied Science

Courses in medical terminology, anatomy and physiology, and medical science lay the foundation for the program, which focuses on collecting, maintaining, retrieving, and analyzing health information. Students also learn the legal aspects of health information, statistics, coding and reimbursement methods, and health care quality improvement techniques, as well as health records management.

Medical Billing Certificate

Medical billers play a critical role in the financial aspects of a physician’s practice. They need to have extensive knowledge of medical terminology, coding, and insurance procedures

To learn more, attend an information session; these are held in the Grayslake Campus at 1 p.m. on the first Wednesday of even months and at 4:30 p.m. during odd months. The meetings are approximately an hour long. Call the Division Office at (847) 543-2042 for more information.

Medical Transcription Certificate

Medical transcriptionists transcribe medical reports dictated by physicians and other health care professionals. They must have an extensive knowledge of medical terminology, anatomy, medications, and the vocabulary related to the diagnosis and treatment of disease.

Admissions and Program Requirements:

Update regarding required entrance test. The HOBET entrance test will NOT be used for Health Information Technology applications after February 2010. The Health Information Technology program will use the NLN Pre-Admission RN Exam for applicants to the Health Information Technology program effective with the February 2011 deadline. Therefore:

1. If you intend to apply for the spring 2010 screening, take the HOBET test before the Health Information Technology program's February 2010 screening deadline.

2. If you do NOT intend to apply for the spring 2010 screening, do NOT take the HOBET test as it will not be accepted in the 2011 screening process. Effective during the 2011 screening process, you must take the NLN Pre-Admission RN Exam to apply for the Health Information Technology program.

Students requesting admission (for February 2010 only) must complete the Health Occupations Basic Entrance Test (HOBET) by the screening deadline. Please contact the Testing Center at (847) 543-2076 for test dates and times.