Program of Study: Health Information Technology
Academic Division: Biological & Health Sciences
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 four 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.
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.
Students requesting admission must complete the Health Occupations Basic Entrance Test (HOBET) by the screening deadline. This test may be taken only twice per year. Please contact the Testing Center at (847) 543-2076 for test dates and times.
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.
Medical Billing Specialist 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.
Medical Coding Specialist Certificate
Medical coders review patient records and classify medical conditions and procedures by using numerical codes. They need to have extensive knowledge of medical terminology, anatomy, disease processes, and coding/classification systems.
Medical Office Specialist Certificate
Medical office specialists need to have the knowledge and skills required of many office workers; in addition, they need specialized knowledge related to the medical setting. They schedule appointments, arrange hospital tests and surgery, protect the confidentiality of patient records, transcribe letters and medical reports, and maintain accurate records.
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Contact Information
Margaret Kyriakos
C143
Phone: (847) 543-2879
mkyriakos@clcillinois.edu
Faculty/Academic Advisors
Program Requirements*
Course Descriptions
Class Schedule by Term
*The Program Requirements are in Portable Document Format (pdf). To view them you need Adobe Acrobat Reader.
