Health Information Technology
NAU's Associate of Applied Science degree in Health Information Technology (HIT) is an excellent career choice if you see yourself working in the in-demand health care field, but not necessarily directly with patients. As a graduate of this program, it will be your job to assemble patients' health information, making sure that patients' initial medical charts are complete, that all forms are completed and properly identified and authenticated, and that all necessary information is input into the computer.* Ultimately, the goal is to help consumers gather all of their health information in one place so they can thoroughly understand it and share it securely with their health care providers so they get the care that best fits their individual needs.** Graduates of the program are eligible to take the examination offered by the American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA) to become a Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT). This is contingent upon accreditation by the Commission on Accreditation for Health Informatics and Information Management Education (CAHIIM). *Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Outlook Handbook, 2008-09 Edition **http://www.hhs.gov/healthit/Campuses offering Health Information Technology include:
- Online
- Albuquerque, NM
- Allen Service Center, Allen TX
- Austin, TX
- Bloomington, MN
- Brooklyn Center, MN
- Colorado Springs, CO
- Colorado Springs, CO - South Education Center
- Denver, CO
- Independence, MO
- Kansas City (Northland), MO
- Lee's Summit, MO
- Minnetonka, MN
- Overland Park, KS
- Rapid City, SD
- Rio Rancho, NM
- Roseville, MN
- Sioux Falls, SD
- Watertown, SD
- Wichita, KS
Course offerings vary by campus. Please check for up-to-date programs at the campus you're interested in.
Why National American University?
Financial Assistance
NAU provides financial aid in the form of grants, scholarships, work-study opportunities and low interest loan programs through federal, state and local sources for those who qualify. Our friendly staff will help you apply.
Individual Attention
From the day you register to the day you graduate, we're with you every step of the way. In the classrooms, our specially designed degree and diploma programs are based on class sizes of 15 to 24 students.
Life After Graduation
National American University students receive assistance with professional resume writing, interviewing skills and post-interview follow-up. Our lifetime placement service is available to assist and support our graduates in their job searches.
Accreditation
National American University is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission and a member of the North Central Association. Accreditation doesn't get any better than this.
