100%
Online Option
$270
Tuition Cost per Credit
< 1 year
Average Completion*
Connect Healthcare and Technology.
Build Skills That Matter.
Healthcare depends on more than doctors, nurses, and other clinical professionals.
Behind every patient encounter is a complex network of information, technology, records, and systems that help healthcare organizations deliver safe, effective, and efficient care.
The Undergraduate Certificate in Health Information Technology at Athens State University provides focused preparation in the technology and information systems used to support modern healthcare. Whether you’re looking to enter the growing health information field, add healthcare technology skills to your existing education, or expand your current career opportunities, this certificate can help you build a valuable intersection of healthcare and technology expertise.
Program Overview
The Undergraduate Certificate in Health Information Technology provides focused study of the technologies, systems, and practices used to manage health information in today’s healthcare environment. You’ll explore how electronic health information is collected, stored, accessed, protected, and used to support healthcare organizations and the people they serve.
The program brings together concepts from healthcare, information technology, data management, and information security. You’ll develop an understanding of the important role accurate and accessible health information plays in patient care, organizational operations, regulatory compliance, and decision-making.
The certificate can complement an existing degree or professional background while providing a focused pathway for students interested in health information technology and related healthcare support roles.
What You’ll Learn
As a Health Information Technology student, you’ll explore the role technology plays in managing and exchanging health information. You’ll develop an understanding of electronic health records and the systems healthcare organizations use to collect, maintain, retrieve, and communicate information.
You’ll also examine the importance of accuracy, privacy, security, and appropriate use of health information. Through your coursework, you’ll learn how information technology and data management support healthcare operations while considering the regulatory and ethical responsibilities associated with sensitive health information.
Because health information exists at the intersection of healthcare and technology, you’ll develop the ability to communicate across both areas. You’ll learn to think critically about information systems, identify challenges, and understand how technology can be used to improve processes and support better organizational outcomes.
Your Career Advantage Starts Here
Healthcare organizations of all sizes depend on accurate information and reliable technology. The Health Information Technology certificate can prepare you for opportunities supporting health information systems, electronic health records, data management, healthcare technology, and related administrative and technical functions.
The certificate can be particularly valuable for students who want to combine an interest in healthcare with technology without pursuing a traditional clinical career. It can also complement an existing background in healthcare, information technology, business, or another related field.
As healthcare continues to become more data-driven and technology-dependent, professionals who understand both healthcare information and the systems used to manage it can provide valuable support to healthcare organizations.
For students interested in continued education, the certificate can also provide a foundation for further study in health information management, healthcare administration, information technology, data analytics, or related fields.
Explore your career pathways with the Health Information Technology certificate, including anticipated salaries, annual job growth, and even active job listings through the Career Concourse portal.
$72k
Health Services Manager Estimated Entry Salary
$101k
Health Services Manager Estimated Median Salary
Estimated salary and employment information based on labor market data provided by Career Concourse and is intended for informational purposes only. Actual salaries and employment outcomes vary based on factors such as experience, location, industry, and employer and are not guaranteed upon degree completion.
Admissions & Aid
Ready to build your skills at the intersection of healthcare and technology? Athens State University offers an admissions process designed to help you understand your options for pursuing an undergraduate certificate.
Whether you’re adding the certificate to an existing Athens State degree, transferring from another institution, or returning to college to develop specialized skills, our admissions and financial aid teams can help you navigate the process.
Financial assistance may be available to eligible students depending on enrollment status and other requirements.
Explore Admissions & Aid to learn more about application requirements, enrollment, transfer credit, and available financial assistance.
Why Choose This Program at Athens State?
Life doesn’t stop while you’re earning your degree. That’s why the Health Information Technology certificate is offered through a variety of flexible formats, allowing you to complete coursework when it fits your schedule without sacrificing academic quality.
Built for Today’s Professionals
You shouldn’t have to choose between advancing your education and advancing your career. Athens State’s degree programs are designed with working professionals in mind. Flexible learning options allow you to pursue your degree while continuing to meet your professional and personal commitments.
Invest in Your Future The Smart Way
Athens State University is committed to providing an affordable, high-quality education. As Alabama’s most affordable public, state university, we give you the opportunity to earn a college degree while making a smart investment in your future, without unnecessary debt. Plus, our learning partnerships make a degree from Athens Sate even more accessible.
Learn from Experienced Faculty
Our faculty combine academic excellence with real-world experience, bringing current industry practices into every course. At Athens State, you’re not facing the journey alone — our dedicated, knowledgeable faculty and staff walk alongside you each step of the way, providing personalized guidance and support.
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*Average completion time varies by student and depends on prior credits
transferred to Athens State and the number of courses taken per semester.
Please consult with your Student Success Coach and faculty advisor for your personalized plan of study.