Health Information Technology

64-credit Associate of Applied Science Degree

Program Code 10-530-1

Health information technicians contribute to the quality of care by collecting, analyzing and reporting healthcare data while protecting the integrity and security of patient health information. In this program, gain knowledge of disease processes and treatments, data and information standards, regulatory and ethical issues, and application of organizational management skills.

How Long It Will Take

Depending on course load, full-time students could complete this program in two years.

Start Date

You can begin this program in the fall or spring semester.

How This Program Is Offered

This is offered in an accelerated format with flexible course start dates. The Blended Option courses are organized into short, manageable segments (e.g. one class meeting each week for six or eight weeks) that meet during evening hours.

 What Makes This Program Unique

• WCTC's pass rate and scores for the national Registered Health Information Technology exam are consistently above the national average.
  • The 2018-2019 results show that 9 out of 10 graduates completed and passed the RHIT certification exam, for a pass rate of 90 percent.
  • The average score of testers was 65 percent, as compared to the national average pass rate of 75 percent and average score of 61 percent respectively. 
• According to the 2020 APAR survey, three out of three graduates (2018-19 AY) are employed in a related field, and six out of eight employers reported satisfaction with the quality of graduates from this program.
• This program is offered in a combination of online and classroom formats to provide a flexible learning experience. This type of schedule is geared toward the working adult.
• Graduates can can become eligible to take the national certification examination offered by the American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA) to become a Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT).
• Take advantage of a Direct Digital Access Program for discounted textbooks.

Courses You'll Take

For the courses you’ll take, semester sequence, pathways and course descriptions, view the program catalog page. Please note, you will need to complete a background check in order to begin core courses.

Credit for Prior Learning

You may have the opportunity to obtain credit for the college-level skills and knowledge you've already acquired. Learn more about credit for prior learning.