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What You'll Learn

Our Certificate in Health Unit Coordinator online program equips you with the essential knowledge and technical competencies required to secure an entry-level position as a Health Unit Coordinator. Throughout the course, you will acquire the skills to perform fundamental patient care tasks, manage electronic health records, adhere to safety protocols, and leverage computer technology to enhance your employability. Additionally, you will complete assignments involving reading, exercises, problem-solving, projects, research, papers, and presentations.

Topics Include

  • Health Care Delivery
  • Basic Patient Care
  • Hospital Unit Management
  • Health and Safety Procedures
  • Health Records Management
  • Medical Insurance Processing and Billing
  • Medical Terminology
  • Professional Communication
  • Legal Issues, Ethics, and Confidentiality

Program Length

In just 10 months, you can embark on a fulfilling career journey as a Health Unit Coordinator. Charter College offers classes every five weeks, providing unmatched flexibility. Our distinctive learning approach ensures that you graduate on schedule..

Program Outcomes

Upon successful completion of this Health Unit Coordinator program, you will be able to:

  • Organize activities of nursing personnel, medical staff, hospital departments, patients, and visitors in the clinical setting to meet patient needs
  • Plan and execute daily routines related to administrative responsibilities of patient care departments
  • Manage patient care workflow across multiple departments
  • Interpret, review, and document patient care orders and patient medical charts
  • Describe and defend guidelines pertaining to data control, security, privacy, and confidentiality of protected health information for all patients
  • Identify appropriate policies and procedures in healthcare situations
  • Translate information in an ethically and culturally respectful manner to improve patient satisfaction and care
  • Demonstrate effective interpersonal skills to resolve conflict and solve problems within patient care departments and other areas

Start your career in healthcare as a Health Unit Coordinator. Enroll in our Certificate in Health Unit Coordinator program and prepare for a rewarding role in healthcare administration.

Organization

Charter College - Online

Charter College, a private and independent institution of higher education, places a strong emphasis on redefining the education landscape. It differentiates itself from liberal arts colleges and universities by drawing upon the most valuable elements of these esteemed educational institutions. This approach results in a distinctive and innovative learning experience that effectively caters to the needs of our students.

Charter College offers specialized career training programs in high-demand fields such as healthcare, business, veterinary assistance, information technology, and select trade careers. Our primary focus is on providing students with an education that is closely aligned with their future careers, ensuring its relevance in today's ever-evolving workplace. Moreover, we integrate industry-specific technology, software, and equipment into our curriculum, enabling students to gain practical skills and stay abreast of advancements in their chosen fields.

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