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.
Minor Requirements
Total credits: 18
Required Courses
| Code | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| HAP 301 | Health Care Delivery in the United States (or approved health or public health course) 1 | 3 |
| HAP 360 | Introduction to Health Information Systems | 3 |
| HAP 361 | Health Databases | 3 |
| or IT 214 | Database Fundamentals | |
| Total Credits | 9 | |
- 1
Or other health/public health course approved by advisor.
Electives
| Code | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| 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 Credits | 9 | |