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Division of Health Informatics and Information Management
Admission Process
Curriculum
Clinical Experiences
Professional Credentials
Health Informatics and Information Management Pre-Professional Curriculum
Professional Curriculum
Course Descriptions
Health Informatics and Information Management (HIIM) is an allied health profession that focuses on the integration of information technology and management for all types of health related facilities, professional organizations, and agencies.
In most health care facilities, the HIIM professional performs tasks as diverse as coding diseases and procedures; providing research data to other health professionals; answering informational needs of lawyers, physicians, insurance, and governmental agencies; and insuring the accuracy and confidentiality of recorded patient information. Popular job titles include HIIM department director, HIIM system manager, data quality manager, information security officer, HIIM college instructor, and consultant. These health information management professionals may choose to work in a variety of settings such as hospitals, clinics, medical group practices, insurance companies, nursing homes, pharmaceutical companies, or law firms.
The program is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation for Health Informatics and Information Management Education (CAHIIM).
Commission on Accreditation for Health Informatics and Information Management Education
c/o American Health Information Management Association
233 North Michigan Avenue, Suite 2150
Chicago, IL 60601
(312) 233-1131
www.cahiim.org
Admission Process—Criteria for admission to the Division of Health Informatics and Information Management includes:- Acceptance into the University;
- Completed application for admission to the Division of Health Informatics and Information Management.
- Official transcripts from all colleges and/or universities attended. Official course syllabi or course descriptions for all courses not taken at a Florida college or university.
- Proof of having met the foreign language requirement.
- Minimum overall GPA of 2.0 or a grade of "C" or in designated pre-professional courses (BSC 2093, BSC 2094, CGS 2060, ACG 2021, ACG 2071, STA 2023, MAN 3025).
- Typed autobiographical essay of at least 300 words including your reason for desiring to enter the health informatics and information management profession.
- Current resume.
- Two letters of recommendation addressing applicant's leadership, ability, communication skills, character, personality, motivation, maturity, initiative, and any strengths or weaknesses which may contribute to applicant's performance in the field of Health Informatics and Information Management.
- The Admissions Committee may interview applicants.
Students must clear a criminal background check to be eligible to participate in the clinical component of the curriculum.
Admission is by selection and is based on evaluation of overall GPA, grade trend, letters of recommendation, leadership activities, and the admission to the University. A personal interview may be required.
Curriculum—The health informatics and information management curriculum is made up of two parts: the pre-professional curriculum and the professional curriculum. First, the student will complete two years of basic science and general education courses. Second, the student will complete two years of intensive coursework in health informatics and information management. This experience includes, but is not limited to, laboratory and supervised clinical experiences at area health care facilities.
Clinical Experiences—Each student, upon acceptance into the HIM program, is required to participate in supervised learning experiences in the technical and administrative aspects of health information management in the Tallahassee and surrounding area health care facilities. The health informatics and information management student is also required to participate in a six-week management affiliation (internship) in a health care facility or related organization. The student’s preferences of the choice of the facility are considered; however, the faculty reserves the right to select alternative affiliation sites which serve the best interests and needs of the student to complete the education requirements.
Professional Credentials—A Bachelor of Science in Health Informatics and Information Management is awarded upon completion of the curriculum. Graduates are eligible to take the national certification examination to become a Registered Health Informatics and Information Administrator (RHIA).
Faculty
Professor: Mosley, Barbara
Associate Professor: McNeill, Marjorie
Assistant Professor: Cooper, Lon’tejuana
Instructor: Burke, Lauralynn
Health Informatics and Information Management Pre-Professional Curriculum
| Freshman Year | Sem. Hrs. | | Fall Semester | | | ENC 1101 Freshman Communicative Skills I | 3 | | MAC 1105 College Algebra | 3 | | BSC/CHM (Any approved biology or chemistry) w/Lab | 4 | | HSC 1000 Orientation to Health Sciences | 1 | AMH 2010 U.S. History 1492-1865 OR
AMH U.S. 2020 American History 1865 – Present | 3
| | | 14 | | | | | Spring Semester | | | ENC 1102 Freshman Communicative Skills II | 3 | | MAC 1114 Algebraic/Trigonometric Functions | 3 | | BSC 1010 General Biology I (w/lab) OR BSC 1005 Biological Science (w/lab) | 4 | | SYG 2000 Introduction to Sociology OR PSY 2012 Introduction to Psychology | 3 | AMH 2091 Introduction to African American History OR
AFA 3104 African American Experience | 3
| | | 16 |
| Sophomore Year | Sem. Hrs. | | Fall Semester | 4 | | *BSC 2093 Anatomy and Physiology I (w/lab) | 3 | | *ACG 2021 Financial Accounting Principles | 3 | HUM 2210 Historical Survey I OR HUM 2230 Historical Survey II OR
Any recognized humanities course | 3 | | *CGS 2060 Computer Literacy I OR MAN 2543 Introduction to Business Systems | 3 | | SPC 1017 Foundations of Speech OR SPC 2608 Public Speaking | 3
| | | 16 | | | | | Spring Semester | | | *BSC 2094 Anatomy and Physiology II (w/lab) | 4 | | *ACG 2071 Managerial Accounting Principles | 3 | | *STA 2023 Introduction to Probability and Statistics | 3 | | MAN 3025 Principles of Management | 3 | | | 13 | | | | | Pre-Professional Curriculum Total Credits ......................................................................... | 59 | | *This is a state common prerequisite. Substitutes indicated in the state Common Prerequisite Manual at www.facts.org will be accepted. Must successfully complete this course with a grade of C or better. |
Professional Curriculum| Junior Year | Sem. Hrs. | | Fall Semester | | | HIM 3006 Foundations in Health Information Management (w/lab) | 3 | | HIM 3437 Fundamentals of Medical Science I | 3 | | HIM 3930 Professional Development I | 1 | | HSA 3110 Organization and Administration of Health Care Facilities | 3 | | HSC 3531 Medical Terminology | 3
| | | 13 | | | | | Spring Semester | | | HIM 3016 Legal Aspects of Health Information | 3 | | HIM 3116 Quality Management in Health Services (w/lab) | 3 | | HIM 3438 Fundamentals of Medical Science II | 3 | | COP 3710 Database Management Systems | 3
| | | 12 | | | | | Summer Semester | | | HIM 3806 Clinical Education I | 1 | | HIM 4465 Healthcare Informatics (w/lab) | 3 | | HSA 3170 Health Care Finance OR HSA 3430 Health Care Economics | 3 | | | 7 |
| Senior Year | Sem. Hrs. | | Fall Semester | | | HIM 4226 Medical Classification Systems I (w/Lab) | 3 | | HIM 4306 Organization and Management, Health Information Department I (w/lab) | 3 | | HIM 4656 Health Information Systems (w/lab) | 3 | | MAN 4544 Systems Theory & Design OR CIS 3040 Information Systems in Organizations | 3
| | | 12 | | | | | Spring Semester | | | HIM 3626 Health Statistics & Research | 3 | | HIM 4286 Medical Classification Systems II (w/lab) | 3 | | HIM 4344 Organization and Management, Health Information Department II (w/lab) | 3 | | HIM 4816 Clinical Education II | 1 | | HIM/HSC/HSA Approved Elective (Upper Division) | 2
| | | 12 | | Summer Semester | | | HIM 4932 Seminar, Health Information Management | 1 | | HIM 4933 Professional Development II | 1 | | HIM 4838 Management Affiliation | 3
| | | 5 | | | | Professional Curriculum Total Credits .........................................................................
| 61 | | Total Semester Hours | 120 |
“*This is a state common prerequisite. Substitutes indicated in the state Common Prerequisite Manual at www.facts.org will be accepted. Must successfully complete this course with a grade of C or better.”
HSC 3531 Medical Terminology (3) Study of the basic medical language skills, including pronunciation, spelling, word construction, and definitions necessary for communication in a medical environment.
HIM 3003 Health Information Documentation (2) Introduction to correct and appropriate grammar and writing skills needed for documentation in various health/medical organizations. Emphasis is placed on techniques and skills necessary to convert observations and thoughts into appropriate clinical documentation. Medical spelling, symbols, abbreviations, and phrasing are covered. The course is designed to address the writing concerns of learners wishing to enter the health care field or professionals who wish to improve skills.
HIM 3006 Foundations in Health Information Management (3) Introduction to the management of health record systems. Exploration of the content and format of clinical records, influence of accrediting and regulatory agencies, and storage and retrieval mechanisms. Introduction to the foundations of health information statistics. Laboratory accompanying.
HIM 3016 Legal Aspects of Health Information (3) Prereq: HSA 3110. Study of legal, ethical, and regulatory requirements affecting the control, use, retrieval, and release of health information.
HIM 3116 Quality Management in Health Services (3) Introduction to the theoretical knowledge and technical skills relative to the operation of quality improvement, risk and utilization management programs within a health care facility. Laboratory accompanying.
HIM 3437 Fundamentals of Medical Science I (3) Prereq: BSC 2093, 2094. Study of the pathophysiology and treatment of specific human diseases.
HIM 3438 Fundamentals of Medical Science II (3) Prereq: HIM 3437. Continued study of the pathophysiology and treatment of specific human diseases.
HIM 3626 Health Statistics and Research (3) Prereq: STA 2023, HSA 3110. Examination of types of health statistics, as well as techniques for data collection, presentation and retrieval. Methodology necessary to identify, prepare, and disseminate research projects and findings in the health care field.
HIM 3806 Clinical Education I (1) Coreq/Prereq: HIM 3006. Orientation to health information functions within healthcare facilities. Rotation through technical functions of the department following the flow of the patient’s record after discharge, including analysis; release of information; and storage, retrieval, and control procedures.
HIM 3930 Professional Development I (1) Structured learning experiences to introduce students to HIM profession and professionalism; ethical challenges that impact the profession and professionalism and to prepare and assist students in developing career objectives and defining career plans.
HIM 4226 Medical Classification Systems I (3) Coreq/Prereq: HIM 3438. Introduction to the concepts, principles and applications of ICD-9-CM and ICD-10-CM/PCS. Overview of MS-Diagnostic Related Groups (DRG’s). Laboratory accompanying.
HIM 4286 Medical Classification Systems II (3) Prereq: HIM 4226. Continued study of ICD-9-CM and ICD-10-CM/PCS principles with focus on reimbursement issues. Coding procedures according to CPT. Purpose, use, and administration of various classification and nomenclature systems, indices, and registries. Laboratory accompanying.
HIM 4306 Organization and Management of a Health Information Department I (3) Prereq: HIM 3006. Study of management theories as related to the operation of a health information department with focus on organizational environment, planning, organizing, and managing resources. Laboratory accompanying.
HIM 4344 Organization and Management of a Health Information Department II (3) Prereq: HIM 4306. Continued study of management theories with practical application as related to the operation of a health information department. Laboratory accompanying.
HIM 4406 Health Care Records (3) Study of health record systems in various types of non-acute and ambulatory health care facilities.
HIM 4465 Healthcare Informatics (3) Prereq: CGS 2060. Introduction and application of computer technology to the management of health and biomedical information to improve the quality of patient care, medical education and research, and the evaluation of healthcare services. Laboratory accompanying.
HIM 4656 Health Information Systems (3) Prereq: HIM 4465. Analysis of information systems for computerized health information collection, retrieval, and interpretation. Laboratory accompanying.
HIM 4816 Clinical Education II (1) Prereq: HIM 3006, HIM 3116, HIM 4226. Supervised learning experiences in a health information department with emphasis on computer applications, utilization management and quality improvement, statistical reporting, and health record analysis and coding.
HIM 4838 Management Affiliation (3) Prereq: All HIM courses. Supervised learning experience in the technical and administrative aspects of health information practice with emphasis on administrative functions of the HIM profession. Student will spend six weeks in the health information management of a healthcare facility/organization. Division approval required.
HIM 4932 Seminar, Health Information Management (1) An examination of current issues and problems facing the health care industry and the health information management field. Effective methods of identifying problems and arriving at satisfactory solutions will be employed.
HIM 4933 Professional Development II (1) Prereq: All HIM courses. Structured learning experiences designed to enable the student to enter the health information management field. A comprehensive examination covering all major courses offered in the curriculum will be administered.
HIM 4935 Current Issues in Health Informatics & Information Management (variable) Open to HIIM majors only. Provides an opportunity for the focused examination of topics having special and/or current significance for students in health informatics and information management. Topics may vary from semester to semester.
HIM 4466 Advanced Health Informatics & Information Management Concepts (variable) Open to HIIM majors only. Advanced concepts in health informatics and information management. Guided projects applying instructional resources in health data standards, quality management, systems technology, classification system, reimbursements methodologies, privacy and security issues.
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