OSRHE Program Code: 182
CIP Code: 512211
Certificate Code: 1140
This certificate is embedded in the Health Organizations Administration, B.B.A. program.
The certificate in Health Information Analytics at Northeastern State University is designed to introduce students to the fundamental tools used in practical applications of health informatics. This program prepares students to utilize these tools in healthcare settings. In addition, the curriculum is designed to develop the student’s ability to work effectively with technicians, clinical users and managerial decision-makers; to become mentally disciplined and to communicate data and ideas graphically, orally and in writing.
Admission into the certificate program is open to any student currently enrolled as an undergraduate student at NSU. People who are only interested in earning the certificate, but are not currently enrolled at NSU, can apply through the NSU Admissions office to be admitted for the purpose of pursuing the certificate.
At least 25 percent of the coursework applied to this embedded certificate must be satisfactorily completed at NSU.
Student Learning Outcomes
- Demonstrate the business skills necessary to perform effectively in entry level healthcare informatics positions.
- Identify contexts, tools, and techniques for semantic data analysis in healthcare.
- Achieve proficiency in the areas of health information management, data quality, and health information exchange.
- Identify the impact of information technology in relation to healthcare business practice and strategy.
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