For course requirements and prerequisite information, refer to the individual course descriptions in the College Catalog.
Associate in Science Degree Curriculum – Minimum Total Credits: 61
Get the technical healthcare training you need to advance your career! Our Health Information Technology associate degree program gives you the foundation to begin or advance your career in the healthcare industry. The program builds your skills with coursework that combines your interests in healthcare, IT and business.
The coursework will give you practical, career-oriented training in the latest information management technology applications. Plus, you’ll gain an understanding of the typical workflow found within healthcare provider organizations – from large hospitals to private physician practices. It’s the real-world insight you need to succeed.
Courses are offered in online and hybrid formats.
Graduates are prepared to sit for AHIMA’s Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT®) certification
Learn more about why Peirce’s Health Information Technology degree might be right for you and apply today to take your first step toward a rewarding and fulfilling career.
Credits:
61
Format:
Online and Hybrid formats
Transfer Credits:
Up to 30 transfer credits can be applied to this degree
Tuition:
$600* per credit
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*Tuition is based on current Peirce College tuition and does not include fees or books.
Our Health Information Technology degree program is fully accredited by the Commission on Accreditation for Health Informatics and Information Management Education (CAHIIM). CAHIIM’s accreditation standards are overseen by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA), to ensure programs offer the highest quality education to students. Below are several program effectiveness outcomes for Peirce’s HIT program.
For course requirements and prerequisite information, refer to the individual course descriptions in the College Catalog.
Associate in Science Degree Curriculum – Minimum Total Credits: 61
| INSTITUTIONAL REQUIREMENTS: | Min. Credits | |
|---|---|---|
| PRC | PRC 100 or PRC 101* | 1 |
| BIS 111 | Application Software Fundamentals | 3 |
| COM 112 | Speech Communication | 3 |
| ENG 101 | English Composition | 3 |
| ENG 103 | Rhetoric and Research | 3 |
| HUM 102 | Introduction to Ethics | 3 |
| MAT 101 | Introduction to College Mathematics | 3 |
| SCI 240 | Anatomy & Physiology I | 3 |
| SCI 250 | Anatomy & Physiology II | 3 |
| SOC 240 or PSY 101 | Sociology of Behavior and Illness or Introduction to Psychology (choose 1) | 3 |
| PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS: | Min. Credits | |
|---|---|---|
| HIT 100 | Medical Terminology | 3 |
| HIT 101 | Introduction to Health Information Management | 3 |
| HIT 200 | Statistical Applications in Healthcare | 3 |
| HIT 215 | Legal Issues in Health Information Management | 3 |
| HIT 218 | Healthcare Reimbursement | 3 |
| SCI 270 | Pathophysiology | 3 |
| HIT 220 | ICD-10-CM Coding | 3 |
| HIT 225 | CPT/Outpatient Coding | 3 |
| HIT 230 | Information Systems for Health Information Technology | 3 |
| HIT 250 | Managing Quality and Performance Improvement in HIM | 3 |
| HIT 297 | HIT Professional Practice Workshop | 0 |
| HIT 298 | Professional Practice Experience | 3 |
Emergency Student Aid grants are available for Peirce students. Grants can be used to pay off balances, cover tuition, buy books, and for all costs of attendance, including food, rent, childcare, and transportation. Learn more.
Peirce graduates work in healthcare roles as hospital facilities staff, medical assistants and insurance and claims specialists. Plus, you’re eligible to become a member of the Health Programs Student Association (HPSA).
Graduates of the Health Information Technology program can continue their education toward a bachelor’s degree in our Health Information Administration program. For more information about potential healthcare careers for Peirce graduates, visit our Healthcare Careers page.
To further their career outlook, some students choose to pursue certifications post-graduation in order to “stack” their credentials. Click here to learn more about American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA) certifications.
The Health Information Management accreditor of Peirce College is the Commission on Accreditation for Health Informatics and Information Management Education (CAHIIM). The College’s accreditation for the associate degree in Health Information Technology has been reaffirmed through 2030. All inquiries about the program’s accreditation status should be directed by mail to CAHIIM, 200 East Randolph Street, Suite 5100, Chicago, IL, 60601; by phone at 312.235.3255; or by email at info@cahiim.org.
“Students enrolled in this program must understand the frequency with which the healthcare industry changes and be prepared to remain current. The successful student will practice effective time management and study skills, which are necessary to meet the demands of accelerated coursework.”
Stephanie A. Donovan
HIT Program Director
Interested in a degree in Health Information Administration? Contact an Admissions Representative and get started with your application.
You can also apply using our online application.
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