COURSE NAME:  HCA115 Healthcare Information Management II

Course Description (Detailed Syllabus is released upon registration)

Students will learn concepts and practical tools for healthcare information management.  Upon completion of this course students will be able to: 1) explain how to use computerized healthcare systems and understand issues with electronic health records, 2) describe and evaluate health records to ensure compliance with regulations set by the state, federal government and accrediting organizations, 3) explain the policies and procedures and how to conduct in-service educational programs, and 4) discuss a departmental floor plan including staffing, equipment selections, and software.  

Prerequisites

None

Required Resource Purchases

Textbook’s name, author’s name, and the ISBN will be released to the students upon registration.  . 

Software and additional resources, including author’s name and the ISBN will be released to the students upon registration.   

Additional Materials for Learning

Access to a printer or printing shop such as FedEx Kinko’s

Access to high speed Internet and a reliable computer

E-mail account that will be checked daily

Course Grading and Policies

Points from:  Lessons, Assignments, Tests, Classroom Discussion, and Course Portfolio are factors in grade point calculation.

A = 90% – 100%, B = 80% – 89%, C = 70% – 79%, D = 60% – 69%, F = 59% and Below.

Late Assignment Policy: If unable to complete assignments or tests on time, please contact your instructor before the due date.  Assignments or tests submitted after the due date without appropriate excuse and pre-approval will receive a zero score.

Award Upon Completion

The student will receive three credit hours upon completion of the course.