HIM 280 Co-op Ed: Health Information Management

This course offers a work experience that integrates theory and practice in the field of Health Information Management. This experience will provide: opportunities to develop skills, explore career options and network with professionals and employers as a student completes their AAS HIM degree or Medical Coding certificate.

Credits

Prerequisite

COOP 206 with a grade of C or better

Course Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:
1. Apply critical and creative thinking, problem-solving, and effective interprofessional communication skills related to health information management
2. Apply principles of healthcare privacy, confidentiality, legal, ethical issues and data security
3. Apply knowledge of healthcare billing, coding and reimbursement policies
4. Integrate health information technology with applications used in HIM
5. Observe the principles of leadership and management in the HIM environment