The 15-credit Certificate of Achievement in IT for Healthcare provides an introduction to computer systems, networks, and software applications commonly used in the business, health, and medical fields. HIPAA and IT security are also introduced. It is intended for currently employed healthcare professionals who wish to add IT skills to their professional qualifications. It is also designed for those who are beginning their healthcare career and need basic IT skills, and students enrolled in IT Programs who would like to become acquainted with healthcare.
To enroll in this program, please contact the Health and Human Services Division at North Seattle Community College, or use our online registration system.
Prerequisites
Basic keyboarding skills
| Course Number | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| Total | 15 | |
| EET131 | IT Essentials I — A+ Certification | 5 |
|
either AHE232
or AHE234 |
Introduction to Clinical Software
HIPAA and Network Security |
5 |
|
either BUS169
or IT101 |
Using Computers in Business
Software Applications |
5 |
Total credits for certificate: 15
This program of study is outlined by quarter, and courses should be taken in the indicated sequence. However, it should not be concluded that students will always proceed through their program of study exactly as prescribed here. The number of quarters listed here is minimum. Individual student experience, educational and training background, and personal schedules and demands all may affect the time it takes to finish this program. Also, in general, summer quarter is not considered one of the full-time quarters in the program.
Note: advanced placement testing, work experience, and transfer of credits may result in course waivers, credit transfer, and advanced placement.
All course work must be completed at North Seattle Community College. Experiential Learning and transfer-in credits can not be applied to this certificate. All program requirements must fulfill a 2.0 GPA or above.
Safety and industrial hygiene are included throughout the curriculum through lectures and actual demonstrations of safe laboratory techniques.
Throughout this program of study the importance of a responsible and professional work ethic is stressed. Factors leading to such a work ethic are identified and discussed. Instruction is also provided in effective leadership and how it enhances the work environment. Input from this program's industrial advisory committee is essential to curriculum content pertaining to the work ethic and leadership as well as the technically oriented curriculum.
Effective Spring 2008
Certificate of Achievement in Information Technology for Healthcare
(Short Program)
529C / 51.0707
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