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Career Studies Certificate in Health IT Analyst

Career Studies Certificate
Mountain Empire Community College

Big data analytics is transforming the way many organizations do business in dozens of industries. But the impact is most profound in the field of medicine, where an advanced health information techology analyst has the potential to revolutionize patient care.
The Health IT Analyst provides students the opportunity to gain knowledge and skills required to perform a variety of specialized duties in a non-clinical healthcare setting in healthcare IT, Health Information Management and Clinical Research. Graduates may seek positions as health IT data analyst, data, healthcare data reporting analyst, healthcare business intelligence analyst, clinical decision support analyst, quality improvement analyst, and similar designations.

Outcomes

1. Compiling and organizing health care data
2. Analyzing data to assist in delivering optimal health care management and decision making
3. Collecting and organizing health care data to achieve administrative needs and goals
4. Demonstrated knowledge of data storage and data sharing methods
5. Inspecting data to find patterns and trends
6. Evaluating health care business operations based on data sources
7. Utilizing different data sources for analyses
8. Converting data into usable information that is easy to understand
9. Developing reports and presentations
10. Communicating analytic insights to stateholders


Program Overview & Guidance
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Program Guidance Element What You Need to Know
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Program Requirement Notes
Program Requirement Notes

Students entering the Health IT Analyst program must meet the college’s general admissions requirements, as well as program specific admission requirements. Program specific admission requirements include:
Completion of the Health IT Analyst Application for Admission packet, including a letter of intent and criminal background check and drug screening.
It is strongly advised students have a professional background in Allied Health.
Students should have English and Mathematics skills assessed. Deficiencies in these areas may be corrected by completeing the appropriate developmental studies courses.
Students may receive college credit for verified on-the-job experince.
Courses taken out of suggested sequence must have the approval of the program advisor.
Considerations When Selecting Courses

Students entering the Health IT Analyst program must meet the college’s general admissions requirements, as well as program specific admission requirements. Program specific admission requirements include completion of the Health IT Analyst Application for Admission packet, including a letter of intent and criminal background check and drug screening. It is strongly advised students have a professional background in Allied Health. Students should have English and Mathematics skills assessed. Deficiencies in these areas may be corrected by completing the appropriate developmental studies courses. Students may receive college credit for verified on-the-job experience. Courses taken out of suggested sequence must have the approval of the program advisor.

  • Create a schedule for all required courses, pay attention to prerequisites and when courses are offered, complete your first math and English courses in your first year
  • Connect with an advisor at your community college and Mountain Empire Community College within your first year via College Connect
Program Requirements Beyond Specific Courses The Health IT Analyst provides students the opportunity to gain knowledge and skills required to perform a variety of specialized duties in a non-clinical healthcare setting in healthcare IT, Health Information Management and Clinical Research. Graduates may seek positions as health IT data analyst, data, healthcare data reporting analyst, healthcare business intelligence analyst, clinical decision support analyst, quality improvement analyst, and similar designations.
Doing More With Your Degree
Program Successes & Highlights Health analytics have made a tremendous impact in the following segments of healthcare: Advancements in telemedicine, Enhanced patient engagement, Wearables that provide real-time alerts, Disease prevention/population health, Improving/refining treatment standards, Potential to help cure diseases, Improved staffing efficiency, Prevention of opioid abuse
Program Credit Requirements
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The table below provides the requirements to complete this program. If you have an account and have created a Portfolio, the table includes the "Applied Credits" column. This column shows how the credits you earned based on the experiences you entered may be applied to satisfy these requirements. You should consult an advisor or counselor to find courses you can take at your current institution that will transfer to this degree.

Please note that some courses may count towards more than one requirement such as meeting a general education requirement and a major specific requirement. The course will be listed under the first matching requirement. Please contact the institution with questions.

The program map provided below is an estimate based on courses identified as a result of reviewing your portfolio and the requirements for the selected program.

A formal determination of credits awarded for your prior learning and their applicability to the degree requirements can only be made by the institution. The formal determination and resulting map may reflect higher or lower number of credits to be completed to achieve this program.
Requirements
Required Credits
Career Studies Certificate in Health IT Analyst
24
Career Studies Certificate in Health Information Technology Analyst
24
Course Requirements for 221-152-02
24
Core Requirements for 221-152-02
24
HIT 132
3
Earn 3 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
HIT 230
3
Earn 3 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
ITD 136
3
Earn 3 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
ITD 256
3
Earn 3 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
AST 193
3
Earn 3 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
ITD 298
3
Earn 3 credits by completing courses from the following Course list:
ITP 170
3
Earn 3 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
HIT 235
3
Earn 3 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
Residency
24
Transfer credits will be evaluated, and as applicable, up to 18 credits may be applied to this program.
Plan GPA for 221-152-02
24
This requires a minimum GPA of 2
What If I Have An Associate Degree Or Credit For Prior Learning?
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Transfer Guidance Element What You Need to Know
Associate Transfer Degree Completion The transfer education program, which includes freshman and sophomore courses in arts and sciences and pre-professional education, allows students to transfer into baccalaureate degree programs and four-year colleges and universities.
Completion of Associate Degree Concurrent with High School The transfer education program, which includes freshman and sophomore courses in arts and sciences and pre-professional education, allows students to transfer into baccalaureate degree programs and four-year colleges and universities.
Credit for Prior Learning VCCS Policy 5.6.5.1
Did You Know That...
  • Completing your Associate transfer degree post-high school satisfies all lower division general education requirements and increases the chance of completing your bachelor's degree?
  • Exceeding 3 years or 90 credits at your community college means you may have exhausted your financial aid at that college and have limited your future financial aid at: Mountain Empire Community College
College Level Information
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College Fit Guidance What You Need to Know
Is This College Right For Me? Mountain Empire Community College’s mission is to provide our region with accessible, quality higher education, workforce training, and community programs to ensure an educated population and globally competitive workforce.
Transfer Student Catalog Year
First Year Student Catalog Year The catalog year is based on the admission term that the student applies for.
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Where Can This Degree Transfer
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This section displays VCCS degrees most closely related to this program and to which you may be able to most efficiently transfer your current course work. So, you can use this list to find a degree you can complete in your major. Please click the degree name to visit that program page.

If you are interested in transferring to a four-year degree view this degree on the Transfer Virginia site to explore degrees aligned with this program at Virginia's 4-year institutions.

Institution Title Degree Award Name Award Level Delivery Mode
Laurel Ridge Community CollegeAssociate of Applied Science Degree in Health Information ManagementAssociateAssociate of Applied Science2-YearOnline
Northern Virginia Community CollegeHealth Information Management, A.A.S.AssociateAssociate of Applied Science2-YearIn-Person, Hybrid
Tidewater Community CollegeAssociate of Applied Science - Health Information ManagementAssociateAssociate of Applied Science2-YearOnline
Careers Where This Degree Applies
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O*Net Code Name Description Parent
29-9021.00Health Information Technologists and Medical RegistrarsApply knowledge of healthcare and information systems to assist in the design, development, and continued modification and analysis of computerized healthcare systems. Abstract, collect, and analyze treatment and followup information of patients. May educate staff and assist in problem solving to promote the implementation of the healthcare information system. May design, develop, test, and implement databases with complete history, diagnosis, treatment, and health status to help monitor diseases.Healthcare Practitioners and Technical Occupations
29-2072.00Medical Records SpecialistsCompile, process, and maintain medical records of hospital and clinic patients in a manner consistent with medical, administrative, ethical, legal, and regulatory requirements of the healthcare system. Classify medical and healthcare concepts, including diagnosis, procedures, medical services, and equipment, into the healthcare industry's numerical coding system. Includes medical coders.Healthcare Practitioners and Technical Occupations
Cost To Complete
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This section provides you with a very high-level estimate of your costs and is purely intended as a guide. You should consult the institution via College Connect to get a more detailed estimate based on the totality of your circumstances. The selections below are based on information gathered from your Profile and the estimated costs are calculated based on the 24 credits remaining to be completed

Please select the "Cumulative Months of Service" that determine your Post 9/11 GI Bill benefits.
Estimated Cost for the Career Studies Certificate in Health IT Analyst at Mountain Empire Community College
These costs are based on an estimated 2 semesters or 1 years remaining to complete this degree (assuming a full-time load of 16 hours per semester)
Category Cost Basis Cost (To You) Estimated Benefits Net Cost Notes
Tuition $167 Per Credit $4,008 $0 $4,008
*Please note that the above estimated costs do not include all Federal, State or other financial aid, grants, scholarships, etc. for which you may qualify. All such aid could substantially reduce these costs.
Other Financial Aid to Pay for College:
  • You may be eligible for additional financial aid from Federal, State, and Local sources. Military education benefits are not considered in determining eligibility for federal financial aid. Everyone is therefore encouraged to apply for federal financial aid by submitting the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), because many will qualify for additional educational funds like Pell Grants, worth over $5,500/yr.
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