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Bachelor of Applied Science in Health Information Management

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Health Information Management Baccalaureate Bachelor of Applied Science

Full Credential Title

Bachelor of Applied Science in Health Information Management

Catalog Description

The Bachelor of Applied Science (BAS) in Health Information Management (HIM) prepares students for administrative employment in a wide variety of healthcare settings such as hospitals, clinics, surgery centers, skilled nursing facilities, state or federal health agencies and more.  Career opportunities include (but not limited to) both remote and in-person roles in revenue cycle, operations or administration, compliance/risk management, and informatics or data analysis. With curriculum that includes disciplines of medicine, management, finance, information technology, and healthcare law, graduates are able to support clinicians, administrators, technology designers, and information technology professionals in the health industry.

Successful graduates are eligible to sit for the Registered Health Information Administrator (RHIA) national credential exam sponsored by the American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA).

Admission to this program is not guaranteed upon general TCC admission. Students must complete a secondary selective admission process. Students are strongly encouraged to consult with an academic advisor and review the program’s webpage for detailed information on application deadlines, selection criteria, and required documentation.

Total Number of Credits

180

ctcLink Plan Code

HMRHIBAS

Effective Term

Fall 2025

CIP Code

51.0707 - Health Information/Medical Records Technology/Technician.