The program prepares students for careers in health information management. After completing the program, students will be qualified for positions with responsibilities including: maintaining, compiling, analyzing and evaluating health data, controlling the use and release of health information, and supervising staff. Career opportunities can be found in hospitals, outpatient and ambulatory care facilities, physicians’ offices, nursing homes and other long term care facilities, health insurance groups and companies as well as local, state and federal health agencies. The curriculum combines didactic courses on campus with clinical experience in selected health care facilities. For program questions, contact Amanda Combs at acombs@newriver.edu or 304-929-5038.
Total Program Hours: 60
This program is available at the Greenbrier Valley Campus and the Nicholas County Campus.
