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Health Information Management
Bachelor of Science
Our Bachelor of Science in Health Information Management (HIM) provides you with the knowledge and skills required to be a health information administrator in a variety of settings such as hospitals, insurance companies, and government agencies. With a focus on operations management, this online bachelor's degree utilizes a multidisciplinary approach to its curriculum.
Billions of dollars have been invested in newer health information technology, leading to a greater need for trained, educated HIM professionals knowledgeable in data management, information policy, finance, information systems, and administrative and clinical knowledge.
The Baccalaureate Degree Health Information Management program is in Candidacy Status, pending accreditation review by the Commission on Accreditation for Health Informatics and Information Management Education (CAHIIM).
Note: Some courses in the program require you to install software for virtual online lab accessibility. The cost of software and/or lab equipment is not covered under the undergraduate book grant and will need to be purchased when you register for class. Please see the course materials section of those courses for more information prior to registration.
Program Courses
The curriculum for this program follows industry trends to help ensure relevancy to today's marketplace. View all courses.
Program Objectives
In addition to the institutional and degree level learning objectives, graduates of this program are expected to achieve these learning outcomes:
- Assess organizational compliance with state and federal governmental regulations, accreditation, licensure, and certification requirements.
- Construct accurate quantitative evaluations related to health care statistics, financial management, and accounting standards and best practices.
- Analyze legal and ethical concerns related to confidentiality, security, and privacy issues in the management of health information in the digital world.
- Implement supervisory and management skills across business functions.
- Demonstrate knowledge of specialized medical language, classification systems, and reimbursement methodology common in the field of health information management.
- Synthesize material on health information management from multiple competing sources.
- Summarize the significance of being a health information administrator in terms of challenges, trends, and developments in a social context.
- Identify significant public policy issues in health information management.
Degree at a Glance
- Number of Credits 120
- Max Transfer Credits 90
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Tuition Per Credit
$270 through 12/31/2019
$250 with military grant*
$285 effective 1/1/2020
$250 with military grant** - Program Length 4 years full time
- Program Format Online | Monthly course starts
- Program Director Natasha Cauley
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Admission Requirements
- All AMU undergraduate programs require a minimum of a high school diploma or equivalent (i.e. GED).
- Please read all undergraduate admission requirements before applying to this program and be prepared to submit the required documentation.
- There is no fee to complete the AMU admission application. View steps to apply.
Need help?
Selecting the right program to meet your educational goals is a key step in ensuring a successful outcome. If you are unsure of which program to choose, or need more information, please contact an AMU admissions representative at 877-755-2787 or info@apus.edu.
Materials Cost
Some courses in this program require a subscription to EHR Go, which must be purchased at the student’s expense, and is not included in the undergraduate book grant.
Course materials for this program are approximately $285. You can view the materials required for individual courses in the ecampus under your Academic Plan.
Undergraduate Tuition Rates
Per credit hour:
$270 through 12/31/2019
$250 with military grant*
$285 effective 1/1/2020
$250 with military grant**
*U.S. active-duty servicemembers, their spouse/dependents, Guard members, Reservists, and veterans are eligible for a grant that currently caps tuition at $250 per credit hour .
**To help minimize out-of-pocket costs, U.S. active-duty servicemembers, their spouse/dependents, Guard members, and Reservists are eligible for a grant that will cap tuition at $250 per credit hour (military TA cap) . See all military student benefits.
Paying for School
Because our university is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission (HLC), (the same as the Ohio State University, Univ. of Chicago, and U.S. Air Force Academy, to name a few), we can accept the following forms of financial aid and payments:
Ways to Save
Undergraduate Book Grant
Books are provided online at no cost if you are enrolled in undergraduate courses for credit. The undergraduate book grant is estimated to save $600 per academic semester* if you are registered as a full-time student.
Transfer Credits
Accelerate your degree completion by taking full advantage of our transfer credit options, including credit for your previous college courses, military service schools, American Council on Education (ACE) and College Level Examination Program (CLEP) tests, and prior learning experiences.
Employer Contributions
AMU has educational partnerships with many employers and associations. Be sure to accurately enter your employer information when you complete our admissions application. Your employer might also offer a tuition reimbursement plan as one of your benefits.
*According to College Board Trends in College Pricing.
