Course Offerings

Healthcare IT Professionals Part 1 helps support the use of technology in the health care setting. Specific responsibilities vary by position, but they could include installing and maintaining electronic health record systems, working as part of an internal IT team or providing technical support to employees throughout a health care facility.

Course Objectives

Identify and understand health care system roles, including consumers, providers, government and regulatory agencies, third-party payers, vendors and trade associations

Understand and learn to comply with HIPAA regulations

Identify the essential skills, qualities, duties and strategies of an effective electronic health records office professional

Recognize best practices of medical office management, including staffing, policy, scheduling and equipment issues

Outline of Instruction

Program Orientation

Computer Fundamentals

Introduction to Health Care Information Technology

Health Information Management

Coding Basics

Telehealth for Clinical Support

Microsoft Office 2019: Foundations

Computer Technician Core 1

Computer Technician Core 2

Contact Hours

260

CEUs

Yes

Industry Standard, State or National Certification

Certification

CompTIA A+ certification, as well as the CMAA and CEHRS certifications from the National Healthcareer Association

Website

None

Certification Learning Outcomes/Requirements

CE or CU Articulation

No

Prerequisites

N/A

Learning Supplies Needed

N/A

Clinical Site/Special Facilities

N/A

Requirements for Successful Completion

80% attendance

Accreditation/Special Approval Requirements

N/A

Intended Audience

This course is for anyone interested in a health information technology career

Specific Industry or Business Support Needs

N/A

Wake County Need for Industry Positions

N/A

Industry or Job Titles Related to Training Outcomes for Employment

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Course Contact Information

Non-Credit Online Learning https://ceonline.waketech.edu
919-532-5847
[email protected]