The minor in health information technology introduces students, in a non-technical context, to the utilization of health information management in the professional arena of health care management and policy. Students will examine the current and projected role of health information management in the delivery of health care and development of health policy and apply this information in a practical research endeavor.

Policies

At least 9 credits must be unique to the minor and cannot be used to fulfill the program of study requirements of the student’s major, concentration, undergraduate certificate, or another minor, and students must complete all coursework with a minimum GPA of 2.00. Students should be familiar with university-wide requirements for minors described in AP.5.3.4 Minors.

Banner Code: HIT

Minor Requirements

Total credits: 18

Required Courses

HAP 301Health Care Delivery in the United States (or approved health or public health course) 13
HAP 360Introduction to Health Information Systems3
HAP 361Health Databases3
or IT 214 Database Fundamentals
Total Credits9
1

Or other health/public health course approved by advisor.

Electives

Select three from the following:9
Public Health Informatics
Introduction to IT Methods for Healthcare
Electronic Health Data in Process Improvement
Mobile Health
Computer Programming in Health Applications
Health Data Mining and Analysis
Clinical Informatics Applications in a Health Care Setting
Health Data Standards and Interoperability
Information Technology Project Management
Internet and Web Technology Applications for Healthcare
Electronic Health Record Configuration and Data Analysis
Advanced Information Technology Project Management
Total Credits9