Health Information Technology - HIT 213

Course Description

This course will assist the student in preparation for the Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT) certification examination. The student will develop a study plan to be utilized on an individual and/or group basis. The student will complete a mock certification examination. The student will also begin preparation for a job search. A research of job opportunities that are currently available will be identified. This course should be taken in the last semester of the student's program.

Prerequisites

(A requirement that must be completed before taking this course.)

Course Competencies

Upon successful completion of the course, the student should be able to:

• Delineate the process to become certified as a Registered Health Information Technician through the American Health Information Management Association.
• Develop a plan to prepare for the certification examination.
• Successfully complete the RHIT certification exam.
• Create a resume.
• Utilize online technologies to perform a job search.

Course Schedule