Healthcare Informatics Specialist (6165) (T.C.)

Prerequisites

Prior to being admitted to the program, an applicant must complete the following courses with a minimum grade of C or better:

• CGS 1100 - Microcomputer Applications for Business and Economics Credit Hours: 3
    
• HSC 1531 - Medical Terminology (for Health Professions) Credit Hours: 3
    

Curriculum

Professional Coursework

Credit Hours: 24

A minimum grade of C or better is required in all Professional coursework.

• CGS 1100 - Microcomputer Applications for Business and Economics Credit Hours: 3
    
• CGS 2542 - Database Concepts for Microcomputers Credit Hours: 3
    
• HIM 1000 - Introduction to Health Information Management and Informatics Credit Hours: 2
    
• HIM 1511 - Healthcare Informatics Project Management Credit Hours: 2
    
• HIM 1110 - Health Data Concepts Credit Hours: 2
    
• HIM 2012 - Health Law Credit Hours: 3
    
• HIM 2111 - Health Information Systems and Electronic Health Record Credit Hours: 3
    
• HIM 2214C - Health Data Management Credit Hours: 3
    
• HSC 1531 - Medical Terminology (for Health Professions) Credit Hours: 3
     

Total Credit Hours: 24/ Program Length: 10 Months

Record of Conviction of a Crime

Most clinical agencies require students to undergo drug screening and criminal background checks prior to placement in the agencies for clinical experiences. Students whose drug screening and criminal background checks are deemed unsatisfactory may be denied access to clinical experiences by the clinical agencies. Failure to qualify for and meet clinical requirements at clinical sites may prevent completion of the program. Withdrawal from the program may be necessary if students cannot be placed for clinical experiences.

The cost of the background check and drug screen is borne by the student. Additionally, it is the student’s responsibility to have all paperwork completed by the program’s published deadline.

Students who are unable to complete the clinical requirements after acceptance into Limited Access or Selective Access programs are not eligible for refunds of tuition and fees. 

A physical examination may be required upon acceptance to the program.

Note

Most clinical agencies require students to undergo drug screen and criminal background checks prior to placement in the agencies for clinical experiences. Students whose drug screening and criminal background checks are deemed unsatisfactory may be denied access to clinical experiences by the clinical agencies. Failure to qualify for and meet clinical requirements at clinical sites may prevent completion of the program. Withdrawal from the program may be necessary if students cannot be placed for clinical experiences.

Some practice settings may have additional requirements including health insurance, a volunteer application, references, fingerprinting and background check, drug testing, and/or an interview prior to the start of the clinical experience. The additional requirements are the responsibility of the student, including expenses.

The cost of the background check(s) and drug screen(s) is borne by the student. Additionally, it is the student’s responsibility to have all paperwork completed by the program’s published deadline (if applicable).

Students who are unable to complete the clinical requirements after acceptance into Limited Access or Selective Access programs are not eligible for refunds of tuition and fees.

A physical examination will be required upon acceptance to the program.

Graduation Requirements

In order to be awarded a technical certificate, students must have met the following requirements.

1. Fulfill all academic requirements for the chosen program of study as outlined in the Florida State College at Jacksonville catalog and curriculum.
2. Earn minimum prescribed semester hours for the chosen program of study with a cumulative grade point average of 2.0 (C) on a 4.0 scale on all courses that apply to the chosen program of study.
3. Complete a minimum of 25 percent of the total hours required for the program in residence at Florida State College at Jacksonville. Credit by examination and credit for prior learning do not count toward this residency requirement.
4. Fulfill all obligations, financial or otherwise, to the College before graduating. 

Note: Students are cautioned to pay particular attention to the following statements.

• A student’s graduation date will be the date of the end of the College term in which the student has fulfilled all academic requirements (The removal of an incomplete grade does not affect students’ graduation dates since the grade change is effective at the end of the term in which the incomplete grade was assigned rather than the term in which the incomplete work was made up).
• Students who enter under the (2020/2021) catalog will be assigned to the degree or certificate requirements in effect during the 2020/2021 academic year. The student’s assigned catalog year will remain in effect as long as the student maintains continuous enrollment. Changes to requirements as mandated by law or by rule of the District Board of Trustees may supersede this provision.
• Many courses in this catalog have prerequisite requirements and/or corequisite courses listed in the course descriptions. Students are advised to be guided by these requirements.
• Students who place into developmental education courses are required to complete designated developmental education courses with a grade of C or better regardless of program of study.

Articulation

This certificate articulates directly into the Health Information Technology (2277) (A.S.)  degree. Students may pursue this certificate to develop or upgrade their skills, or pursue the A.S. degree and earn the certificate while completing the requirements for the degree. Contact an advisor to determine the career education path that is best for you.