This program has Special Admission Requirements - July 15*

Title of Major: Health Information Technology, A.A.S.

Award: Associate of Applied Science degree, A.A.S.

Code: AAS.HET.HET

Total Credit Hours: A minimum of 63

Learn more about the Health Information Technology Degree program

Purpose: To prepare students in the efficient use of electronic health information to make the health care system more effective. Health information technicians have the ability to organize and turn data into information and knowledge including being able to determine who needs what information, when and where; how information is defined; how information accuracy and consistency is verified and how information is explained.

The AACC Health Information Technology program is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation for Health Informatics and Information Management Education (CAHIIM).

Additional Program Requirements

A grade of C or better in all Health Information Technology and general education courses is required to progress in the program.

*If application deadline falls on a weekend, then applications will be accepted until the close of business on the next business day.

Faculty Contact (https://webapps.aacc.edu/directory/): Dana Carcamo

Courses to improve skills and prepare for college-level classes may be needed. It is best to see an advisor as you plan your education.

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