Healthcare IT Technician: Online Certificate Program
Start an exciting new career at the crossroads of healthcare and technology with our Healthcare IT Online Certificate Program. You'll gain valuable skills in two rapidly growing industries that will empower you to make a difference in patient care. You can get certified and start working in as little as 12 months!
This Healthcare IT Technician Certificate Program is a great fit for:
Individuals interested in a career in healthcare
Recent high school graduates
Any student, healthcare professional, or aspiring healthcare worker who’s looking to join a booming field with opportunities for growth
About the Online Healthcare IT Technician Certificate Program
COURSE LENGTH
24 weeks
TIME COMMITMENT
15-20 Hours Per Week
How Much Does a Healthcare IT Technician Certificate Cost?
We believe everyone should have access to higher education. With the option to pay in full, break down payments or utilize government grant funding, we help expand that access. Speak with an enrollment advisor to see what payment option you may qualify for.
$4,000*
Pay In Full
Lowest available price
$267*
Monthly Payment as low as
Payment begins 30 days after your course start date.
*This advertised payment is for qualified applicants who choose the 18-month financing option. Other payment options available. Minimum deposit of $200 required to enroll.
In this online certification program, your training will center around regulatory requirements for Electronic Health Records (EHR), organizational behavior, IT operations, medical business operations, networking and security.
The core training within this program allows students to choose a path for certification:
The first path has a healthcare focus which prepares students for certification in Electronic Health Records (CEHRS) and CompTIA's A+, while gaining exposure to Medical Office Procedures and Administration, and Network+.
The second path has a technical focus, which prepares students for certification in CompTIA's A+ and CompTIA's Network+, while gaining exposure to Medical Office Procedures and Administration, and Electronic Health Records.
Fast Facts
17%
PROJECTED GROWTH OF HEALTHCARE IT EMPLOYMENT (MUCH FASTER THAN AVERAGE)
7,000
NUMBER OF NEW HEALTHCARE IT TECHNICIAN JOBS BY 2031
$26.71
AVERAGE HOURLY WAGE FOR HEALTHCARE IT TECHNICIANS
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics
Career Paths
Health Information Technician
Electronic Health Records Specialist
Medical Coding Specialist
Healthcare Data Analyst
Healthcare Systems Analyst
Clinical Informatics Specialist
Telehealth Coordinator
The median salary for health information technologists is $58,250. The top 10 percent make over $103,000 per year!
-U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics
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Is this online Healthcare IT Technician Certificate Program right for me?
Are you looking for a career that offers diverse opportunities, combining your interests in healthcare and technology?
Do you have a strong attention to detail and enjoy working with data and information management?
Are you comfortable with using and learning new software applications and systems? * Are you a problem solver who enjoys finding innovative solutions to challenges in healthcare and technology?
Are you passionate about improving patient care and healthcare outcomes through the effective use of technology?
Are you interested in staying up-to-date with advancements in healthcare technology and informatics?
Why Choose Anderson University?
You’ll earn an accredited professional certificate, which provides quality education and offers job-ready skills.
You can balance your studies and personal commitments with our flexible online learning modality.
Tuition is highly affordable, and each certificate program offered is carefully matched with in-demand industries, meaning you can earn back your investment after you start working.
You'll acquire practical skills through immersive learning experiences, ensuring you’re prepared for a bright future in your chosen field.
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