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Health Information Management, A.A.S.

Associate of Applied Science
Northern Virginia Community College

The curriculum is designed to provide training in the management of systems to collect, store, process, retrieve, analyze, disseminate, and communicate information related to the research, planning, provision, and evaluation of healthcare services. It provides students with a unique blend of courses in information technology, business management, and clinical knowledge. Students who possess an interest in studying diseases and therapies but who prefer not to work in a direct patient care setting find this career very rewarding. An interest in using computers to manage data is also important. Health information management professionals are experts on patient data that doctors, nurses, and other providers rely on to perform their jobs. Employment opportunities exist in all types of healthcare delivery organizations (hospitals, ambulatory care centers, home health services, and long-term care facilities) plus managed care, consulting firms, claims and reimbursement companies, and research firms. Graduates of the program are eligible to take a national certifying examination. The Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT) Certification is recognized nationwide as proof of proficiency in health information management.


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Program Guidance Element What You Need to Know
Considerations for Selecting Degree
Program Requirement Notes
Program Requirement Notes

Applicants must do the following:

  • Comply with all general admission requirements for Allied Health Programs.
  • Complete the prerequisite courses with a grade of 'C' or higher in each course.
  • Complete the Health Information Management online information session at www.nvcc.edu/medical/divisions/allied/him.html.
  • Have satisfactory scores on the NOVA placement test to qualify for MTH 154or higher or completion of unit 5 in a developmental math, and ENG 111.
  • Provide evidence of good physical and mental health by submitting a physical exam form. The form must be completed before the start of clinical experience.

Special Accreditation Status: The Health Information Management Program is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation for Health Informatics and Information Management Education (CAHIIM).

Clinical Requirements: Students are required to complete two nonpaid professional practice experiences (PPEs)/Clinical prior to graduation. Students will be assigned a site for each clinical and will not be allowed to complete a clinical at a hospital where they are employed if they work within the HIM Department. For additional information on completion of clinicals, please see the HIM Program Office.

Continuation Requirements: Each course in the program major must be completed with a grade of 'C' or better before taking the next course in the sequence.
Considerations When Selecting Courses

  • 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 Northern Virginia Community College within your first year via College Connect
Program Requirements Beyond Specific Courses
Doing More With Your Degree
Program Successes & Highlights
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
Health Information Management, A.A.S.
72
Health Information Management, AAS
72
1520 Plan GPA/Cum GPA 202425
72
This requires a minimum GPA of 2
AND
Transfer credits will be evaluated, and as applicable, up to 54 credits may be applied to this program.
SDV Requirement (Prerequisite)
1
SDV 101
1
Earn 1 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
BIO Requirement (Prerequisite)
4
Requirement Notes
Requirement Notes:
All Prerequisites must be completed with a C or higher
BIO 141
4
Earn 4 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
CST Requirement (Prerequisite)
3
CST 229
3
Earn 3 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
HIM Requirement (Prerequisite)
3
HIM 111
3
Earn 3 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
English Requirement (Prerequisite)
3
ENG 111
3
Earn 3 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
BIO Requirement
4
BIO 142
4
Earn 4 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
Humanities/Fine Arts Elective
3
Humanities/Fine Arts
3
Earn 3 credits by completing courses from the following Category list:
Social/Behavioral Science Elective Requirement
3
Social/Behavioral Science Elective
3
Earn 3 credits by completing courses from the following Category list:
PED Requirements
1
PED 116
1
Earn 1 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
HIM Requirements
47
HIM 110
3
Requirement Notes
Requirement Notes:
All HIM courses must be completed with a C or higher
Earn 3 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
HIM 141
3
Earn 3 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
HIM 260
3
Earn 3 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
HIM 130
3
Earn 3 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
HIM 142
3
Earn 3 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
HIM 220
3
Earn 3 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
HIM 226
2
Earn 2 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
HIM 251
3
Earn 3 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
HIM 229
2
Earn 2 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
HIM 230
3
Earn 3 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
HIM 249
3
Earn 3 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
HIM 250
4
Earn 4 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
HIM 233
3
Earn 3 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
HIM 252
3
Earn 3 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
HIM 254
3
Earn 3 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
HIM 255
2
Earn 2 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
HIM 280
1
Earn 1 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
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 Students who have graduated with at least an associate or bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited United States institution of higher education are considered to have fulfilled NOVA's SDV requirement. Any other course transfers are evaluated based on the student's transcript, https://www.nvcc.edu/cro/transfercredit/index.html

Completion of Associate Degree Concurrent with High School Students who have graduated with at least an associate or bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited United States institution of higher education are considered to have fulfilled NOVA's SDV requirement. Any other course transfers are evaluated based on the student's transcript.
Credit for Prior Learning NOVA strives to provide students with opportunities to receive credit for prior learning while still maintaining the integrity of our academic programs. Credit for prior learning (CPL) generally refers to the process of granting college credit for learning gained in nontraditional. ways; https://www.nvcc.edu/prior-learning/
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: Northern Virginia Community College
College Level Information
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Number of Transfer Students
43891
College Fit Guidance What You Need to Know
Is This College Right For Me? Our classes feature up-to-date technology and course content to prepare you for a competitive job market; We also offer courses that will transfer to colleges all over Virginia and the nation. In fact, NOVA has guaranteed admission agreements with more than 40 colleges and universities for students who meet specific requirements.
Transfer Student Catalog Year Catalog year is determined by first semester of program placement.
First Year Student Catalog Year Catalog year is determined by first semester of program placement.
Applying for Guaranteed Admissions https://www.nvcc.edu/gaa/
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
Mountain Empire Community CollegeAssociate of Applied Science Degree in Health Information ManagementAssociateAssociate of Applied Science2-YearIn-Person, Online, 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
11-9111.00Medical and Health Services ManagersPlan, direct, or coordinate medical and health services in hospitals, clinics, managed care organizations, public health agencies, or similar organizations.Management 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 72 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 Health Information Management, A.A.S. at Northern Virginia Community College
These costs are based on an estimated 5 semesters or 2.5 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 $219 Per Credit $15,768 $0 $15,768
*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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