HIM professionals are highly trained in the latest information management technology applications and understand the workflow in any healthcare provider organization from large hospital systems to the private physician practice. They are vital to the daily operations management of health information and electronic health records (EHRs). They ensure a patient’s health information and records are complete, accurate, and protected. HIM professionals also work on the classification of diseases and treatments to ensure they are standardized for clinical, billing, and legal uses in healthcare. 

Health Information Technicians analyze, secure, and maintain patient health information. Other duties include coding diagnoses, processing reimbursements, managing release of information, and protecting patient data privacy. Upon successfully completing RCTC’s online Health Information Technology (HIT) program, you are eligible to take the national exam sponsored by the American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA) and earn the Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT) credential.

Lorain County Community College - Online offers a Mobile Application Development certification program that prepares students for success in the growing field of mobile app development. The program covers all aspects of app development, including design, development, testing, and deployment. It is flexible and accessible, with online courses that allow students to learn at their own pace. The program emphasizes hands-on learning, giving students real-world experience with cutting-edge technologies. Experienced industry professionals lead the program, providing mentorship and guidance. Graduates will be well-prepared for a variety of career opportunities in mobile app development. Overall, the program provides a comprehensive and flexible education in this rapidly evolving industry.

Our program teaches you to compile and process digital and traditional patient medical records in any health care setting while maintaining their security, integrity, confidentiality, and availability.