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Capella University
SCHOOL OF UNDERGRADUATE STUDIES

BS Bachelor of Science in Business Health Information Technology specialization

Overview

More new jobs are being created in health care than any other field. At the same time, mandated electronic recordkeeping and tightened patient privacy regulations are making health informatics a sought-after skill. This online Bachelor's program in Health Information Technology is designed to prepare you to use technology to improve health care quality and lower health care costs. Course work covers such topics as electronic information system management, information security, data integrity and regulatory compliance.

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Degree outcomes

With your Bachelor's in Health Information Technology from Capella, you'll learn to understand medical terminology and use medical technology to manage healthcare data. Discover specifically what you'll learn — and how you can apply it.

Source

People with Bachelor's degrees in IT from Capella earn an average of $42,000more per year than high school graduates.

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Career outcomes

Common jobs with an online Bachelor's in Health Information Technology include clinical systems architect, data architect, database administrator, network administrator or software developer. Potential workplaces include: clinic, health care system, HMO administrative office, hospital, insurance company, long-term care organization or research facility.

Capella also provides you the opportunity to delve deeper into a specific knowledge area by earning a program concentration that will be included on your transcript and can enhance your career opportunities.

Earn credit for what you already know

Your previous learning, work experience, and industry certifications may help you earn your degree in less time. To learn more, or an enrollment counselor or visit our competency-based prior learning assessment.

To learn more, call 1.866.933.5836 or email an enrollment counselor.