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Total Hours Needed to Graduate:
60 Hours
Health Information Technology Major
48 Hours
COURSE NUMBER/TITLE
COURSE NUMBER
COURSE TITLE
CREDIT HOURS
BIO 1210
Human Anatomy and Physiology I
3

Focuses on the essential study of the body and associated terminology with a view toward the structure and function of the body parts, organs, and systems and their relationship to the whole body. 45 hours of lecture and 30 hours of lab if required.

Prerequisite(s):
None

Corequisite(s):
BIO 1211 

BIO 1211
Human Anatomy and Physiology I Lab
1

Accompanies the lecture course and if required, it is to be taken concurrently. Students will perform minimal dissections and explorations of main anatomical structures using models and virtual explorations to reinforce the material presented in the lecture. This course focuses on the structure and function of the body parts, organs, and systems and their relation to the body as a whole. 45 hours of lecture and 30 hours of lab if required.

Prerequisite(s):
None

Corequisite(s):
BIO 1210 

CIS 1110A
Computer Operating Systems and Maintenance
3

Introduces computer operating systems and maintenance concepts. Students will study the Microsoft Windows family of operating systems and will receive a brief introduction to Linux. This course will assist students in their preparation for the CompTIA A+ Essentials Exam. 45 hours of lecture are required.

Prerequisite(s):
None

Corequisite(s):
None

HIT 1010
Healthcare Delivery Systems
3

Provides an in-depth study of the health information management profession, opportunities and career options in health information, health care delivery systems, health care reimbursement overview, and accreditation and certification applicable to health records, including paper/hybrid/EHR formats; storage. Must complete with a B- or better.

Prerequisite(s):
None

Corequisite(s):
None

HIT 1110
Health Data Content and Structure
3

Provides an in-depth study of origin, use, content and structure of health records, including paper/hybrid/EHR formats; storage and retrieval systems; numbering and filing systems; documentation requirements; forms and screens designs and content; use and structure of healthcare data and data sets; and how these components relate to primary and secondary record systems. Must complete with a B- or better.

Prerequisite(s):
HIT 1010 

Corequisite(s):
None

HIT 1210
Medical Terminology for Health Information Professionals
2

Examines the fundamentals of word analysis by body system and emphasizes the spelling, pronunciation, and definitions of medical terms.  

Prerequisite(s):
None

Corequisite(s):
None

HIT 1310
Legal and Ethical Issues
3

Provides an in-depth study of current legal and ethical issues applicable to health information, including HIPAA Privacy and Security Rules. Must complete with a B- or better.

Prerequisite(s):
None

Corequisite(s):
HIT 1010 

HIT 2010
Healthcare Data Analytics and Statistics
3

Provides an in-depth study of health statistics (sources, definitions, collection, reporting, presentation, and analysis of data using relevant tools, i.e. Excel). Special projects, policies, and procedures will be used to enhance the student’s ability to analyze healthcare data. Must complete with a B- or better.

Prerequisite(s):
HIT 1110, MTH 1010, MTH 2750  

Corequisite(s):
None

HIT 2110
Coding I ICD
3

Emphasizes basic coding guidelines and conventions of ICD-10-CM/PCS. Must complete with a B- or better.

Prerequisite(s):
BIO 1210, BIO 1211, HIT 1110, HIT 2610, HSC 1250 

Corequisite(s):
None

HIT 2120
Coding II ICD
3

Application of advanced ICD-10-CM/PCS coding guidelines and conventions. Projects will include the hands-on coding of actual medical records and computerized coding systems. Must complete with a B- or better.

Prerequisite(s):
HIT 2110 

Corequisite(s):
HIT 2130 

HIT 2130
Coding III CPT
3

Emphasizes basic coding guidelines and conventions of CPT/HCPCS. Must complete with a B- or better.

Prerequisite(s):
HIT 2110 

Corequisite(s):
HIT 2120 

HIT 2210
Clinical Quality Management
3

Introduces the principles of quality assessment and risk management processes, while providing a framework for analyzing data. Students will be introduced to federal, state, local, and accrediting agency requirements. Students will participate in simulated quality assessment activities. Must complete with a B- or better.

Prerequisite(s):
HIT 1110 

Corequisite(s):
None

HIT 2350A
Reimbursement Methodologies
3

Examines the use of coded data and health information in reimbursement and payment systems appropriate to all healthcare settings. Must complete with a B- or better.

Prerequisite(s):
HIT 2010, HIT 2110, HIT 2120 

Corequisite(s):
HIT 2130 

HIT 2410
Organization and Leadership
3

Introduces the principles of organization to develop effective skills in management, leadership, motivation, and team-building techniques. Must complete with a B- or better.

Prerequisite(s):
HIT 1110 

Corequisite(s):
None

HIT 2510
Health Information Technology Professional Practice Experience
2

Provides students with a 120-hour, supervised, learning experience in a healthcare facility. Through this unpaid capstone work experience, students will perform health information functions, procedures, and interact with professionals in the healthcare field. Students must achieve 80% or better in all coursework and 80% or better on all evaluations to receive credit for this course.

Prerequisite(s):
HIT 2120 

Corequisite(s):
HIT 2130 

HIT 2610
Pharmacology Applications for Health Information Professionals
3

Provides a theoretical foundation for the fundamental principles and concepts of pharmacotherapeutics and classification of drugs. Must complete with a B- or better.

Prerequisite(s):
BIO 1210, BIO 1211, HSC 1250 

Corequisite(s):
None

HIT 2910A
RHIT Review
1

Provides students with a review of all content areas in preparation for the AHIMA National Certification Examination. This is the curriculum capstone course. Must complete with a B- or better.

Prerequisite(s):
HIT 2120 

Corequisite(s):
HIT 2130 

HSC 1250
Introduction to Disease
3

Introduces students to the fundamental aspects of the study of diseases. Emphasis will be on the definition, etiology, diagnosis, and treatment of specific diseases. This course will concentrate on clinical abstracting from the medical record.

Prerequisite(s):
None 

Corequisite(s):
BIO 1210 minimum grade B- for students in the Health Information Technology program. Minimum grade D- for students in the General Studies, Bachelor of Healthcare Administration and Health Science Technology programs.

General Education Requirements
12 Hours
COURSE NUMBER/TITLE
COURSE NUMBER
COURSE TITLE
CREDIT HOURS
COM 1010
Composition and Critical Thinking I
3

Students will develop critical thinking, reading, and writing skills in the context of personal, professional, digital, and academic environments, with emphasis on analysis. This course will enable students to examine, develop, and employ the writing process while focusing on audience, invention, rhetorical context, language, style, purpose, written communication strategies, and digital demands.

Prerequisite(s):
None

Corequisite(s):
None

COM 1020
Composition and Critical Thinking II
3

Students will extend and apply concepts introduced in Composition and Critical Thinking, and Quantitative Literacy, through the development of written arguments and oral presentations for a variety of academic and professional audiences.

Prerequisite(s):
COM 1010, MTH 1010 

Corequisite(s):
None

MTH 1010
Quantitative Literacy
3

This course introduces skills in reasoning, critical thinking, and quantitative literacy. Students will develop the ability to reason and solve quantitative problems from a wide array of contexts and real-world situations. Students will develop the analytical skills necessary to ask questions and define problems; develop and apply quantitative models; and interpret data in order to evaluate arguments supported by quantitative evidence.

Prerequisite(s):
None

Corequisite(s):
None

PSY 2050
Self and Society
3

The course provides a foundation for understanding human relationships and transferring that knowledge to personal/professional applications. Topics include basic dynamics of human relationships; awareness of self; the effect of environment on thoughts and behavior; the importance of intercultural competence; ethics and social responsibility; as well as building skills that will improve individual and team functions.

Prerequisite(s):
COM 1010, MTH 1010 

Corequisite(s):
COM 1020 

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