Health Information Technology (HIT)

Health Information Technology offers a dynamic and rewarding path for those interested in a healthcare career that focuses on technology rather than direct patient care. Combining business, science, and IT, HIT professionals manage and protect essential medical data, ensuring it is securely stored and effectively utilized. As technology evolves, their expertise remains critical in maintaining efficient electronic data exchange, safeguarding patient privacy, and improving healthcare operations.

These professionals serve as a bridge between clinical, operational, and administrative functions, affecting the quality of patient information at every stage of healthcare delivery. They standardize disease and treatment classification for clinical, financial, and legal purposes, ensuring consistency across medical systems. HIT specialists hold diverse roles in healthcare, helping to maintain compliance, efficiency, and security in medical data management.

Students who successfully complete this program will gain the essential skills, knowledge, and hands-on experience needed to excel in the field of Health Information Technology. You will be able to: 

Reporting Period: August 1, 2022 – July 31, 2023

During the Health Information Technology Associate's Degree Program, you’ll take a carefully designed selection of courses that provide a strong foundation in healthcare data management, electronic health records, and information security. The courses include the following: 

These courses will equip you with the essential skills needed to navigate the rapidly evolving healthcare technology landscape

As a student of this program, you’ll complete a 92.5-hour externship before graduation. The externship provides a valuable learning experience under the guidance of an experienced professional and Certificate in Health Information Technology. Beal University has affiliations with many healthcare facilities that offer students the opportunity to learn current skills intended to prepare them for the workforce. Our externship placement sites include, but are not limited to: externship sites are: Northern Light Health, MaineHealth, Penobscot Community Health Center, and St. Joseph Health.

Our Healthcare Information Technology program is fully online, allowing you to pursue your degree from the comfort of your chosen location. Designed to fit seamlessly into your lifestyle, this program offers the flexibility to complete courses at your own pace in a stress-free environment.

With a focus on convenience and support, you won’t have to delay your education. This program is tailored to give you peace of mind, adaptability, and the resources you need to thrive academically and professionally.