Pauline Calla Cabanada , MBA, RHIA
Program Director, Bachelor of Science in Health Information Management
Email: [email protected]
Formerly Health Information Management (HIM)
WELCOME!
The Health Information Informatics (HII) program at Loma Linda University prepares students for meaningful careers at the intersection of healthcare and technology. Now featuring stackable microcredentials built into the curriculum, students can earn specialized, industry-recognized skills along the way—enhancing their career potential with every step. HII professionals are essential in managing health information systems that support quality patient care, medical research, reimbursement, and healthcare planning. Aligned with the mission of Loma Linda University and the School of Allied Health Professions, the HII program is dedicated to developing skilled health information leaders through excellence in education, mentoring, and global service.
Learn more about stackable microcredentials.
About The Profession
HII offers exceptional flexibility, with career opportunities in diverse settings such as urban hospitals, rural community health centers, home health agencies, outpatient clinics, mental health facilities, insurance companies, governmental agencies, software vendors, and education. As the demand for healthcare grows, so does the need for HII professionals. The Bureau of Labor Statistics projects a 28% growth in HII-related jobs between 2022 and 2032, which is much faster than the average for all occupations!
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Why Choose LLU's Health Information Informatics Bachelor's Program?
- Accelerated & Flexible Pathways: With multiple entry points and a streamlined 78-unit curriculum, our program empowers students to graduate faster and on their schedule in as little as 6 terms.
- Innovative Microcredentials: The launch of five stackable microcredentials in key areas like Data Analytics, Cybersecurity and Management is designed to boost employability through specialized, career-focused courses. Learn more about microcredentials here.
- Exclusive EHR Business Internship: The only program in California offering this opportunity, final-year students who are California residents can apply for a paid internship with Loma Linda University Health's Information Services department. Gain hands-on experience and training with Epic’s Electronic Health Record (EHR) platform, equipping you for in-demand roles in healthcare technology!
The Loma Linda Difference
Our institution stands out from the rest with our commitment to Whole Person Care. You will join a community that values excellence, compassion, and holistic education by learning to look beyond numbers and diseases, and incorporates compassionate mental and spiritual health into patient care. Just a few of the other reasons our institution's educational experience is exceptional and unique include:
- Committed to Excellence: For over 60 years, our programs have been at the forefront of health informatics education, with expert faculty guiding our students with an 8:1 ratio through the evolving field of health informatics. By blending advanced technology with Loma Linda University Health’s focus on whole person care, we prepare you to lead in the healthcare industry, improving patient outcomes and shaping the future of healthcare delivery.
Program Overview
Application Dates
OPEN NOW THROUGH AUGUST 15 FOR BS HII ONLINE AND ON-CAMPUS PROGRAMS.
Application restrictions may apply for online students living in certain states. Click here to verify that your state authorizes online programs at Loma Linda University.
Admission Requirements
- Complete a minimum of 90 quarter units at an accredited college or university
- Minimum GPA of 2.5
- Complete all program prerequisites (listed below)
- Complete the LLU application, including values and personal essays
- Provide three letters of recommendation that indicate a strong academic background and professional readiness
- Interview, if deemed necessary
You will need to finish two years of prerequisite courses at a junior college or four-year college to be eligible to enter the program. The prerequisite classes, which prepare you for two years of study at Loma Linda University, are listed below.
Applicants who have graduated from this program are eligible to sit for the registered health information administrator (RHIA) exam.
Essential Functions
In order to achieve career entry competency, students in the Bachelors of Science in Healthcare Information Management program should have the ability to perform essential functions. Learn more about our Technical Standards here.
Prerequisites
1. ARTS & HUMANITIES (16 qtr./11 sem. units min.)
Select courses from at least three of the content areas* listed below:
Art/Music Civilization/History
Foreign Language Literature
Philosophy
*A minimum of 3 qtr./ 2 sem. units in an area are required to meet a content area
2. SCIENTIFIC & QUANTITATIVE REASONING (12 qtr./8 sem. units min.)
Human Anatomy & Physiology/lab (complete sequence)
College Algebra
Medical Terminology
Select one additional from one of the following areas:
Chemistry Math Geology
Astronomy Physics
3. SOCIAL SCIENCES (12 qtr./8 sem. units min.)
Cultural diversity or anthropology (one course)
Psychology (one course)
Select one additional from one of the following areas:
Sociology, Political Science, Anthropology, Economics, Geography
4. WRITTEN & ORAL COMMUNICATION (9 qtr./6 sem. units min.)
Freshman English (complete sequence)
Business Communications or Interpersonal Communications
5. HEALTH & WELLNESS (2 qtr./1.5 sem. units min.)
Personal Health or Nutrition
Physical activity (2 courses total)
Program Outline - 78 total units
| FALL - Year 1 - 16 Units | Units |
|---|---|
| HCBL 474 Health Information Systems | 3 |
| HLIN 360 Healthcare Informatics and Database | 3 |
| AHRM 475 Health-Care Research and Statistics | 4 |
| HLIN 336 Comprehensive Clinical Classification (elective) | 3 |
| HLIN 430 Quality Improvement | 3 |
| WINTER - Year 1 - 11 Units | Units |
|---|---|
| HLIN 224 Health Information Science | 3 |
| AHCJ 325 US Healthcare Delivery System | 2 |
| HLIN 348 Advanced Classification Systems & Regulatory Compliance in HC | 3 |
| HCBL 345 Project Management in Healthcare | 2 |
| HLIN 460 RHIA Exam Course | 1 |
| SPRING - Year 1 - 13 Units | Units |
|---|---|
| AHCJ 434 Human Resource Management | 3 |
| HLIN 347 Legal Aspects of Health Information | 4 |
| HLIN 490 Health Information Management | 3 |
| HLIN 357 Cybersecurity in Health Care | 2 |
| HLIN 460 RHIA Exam Course | 1 |
| Summer - Year 2 - 13 Units | Units |
|---|---|
| RELE 457 Christian Ethics in Healthcare | 2 |
| HLIN 335 Clinical Coding and Compliance | 4 |
| HLIN 449 Revenue Cycle Management for Health Care | 3 |
| HLIN 446 Leadership and Strategy Management in Health Care | 3 |
| HLIN 460 RHIA Exam Course | 1 |
| FALL - Year 2 - 14 Units | Units |
|---|---|
| HCBL 474 Health Information Systems | 3 |
| HLIN 360 Healthcare Informatics and Database | 3 |
| AHRM 475 Health-Care Research and Statistics | 4 |
| HLIN 336 Comprehensive Clinical Classification (elective) | 3 |
| HLIN 460 RHIA Exam Course | 1 |
| HLIN 430 Quality Improvement | 3 |
| WINTER - Year 2 - 14 Units | Units |
|---|---|
| HLIN 447 Python Programming | 2 |
| HLIN 474 System Design and Usability | 4 |
| HLIN 437 Data Analytics & Visualizations with Tableau and Excel | 4 |
| HLIN 337 Clinical Documentation and Improvement | 3 |
| HLIN 460 RHIA Exam Course | 1 |
| SPRING - Year 2 - 10 Units | Units |
|---|---|
| HLIN 455 Professional Practice Exp. | 1 |
| HLIN 456 Information Systems Management in Healthcare II | 3 |
| HCBL 434 Financial Management for Healthcare | 3 |
| HLIN 436 Seminar Portfolio for Health Information and Informatics | 2 |
| HLIN 460 RHIA Exam Course | 1 |
*Advisor will provide an updated academic plan.
Program Cost
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- Acceptance into Graduate Programs: 100%
- Overall positive LLU experience: 100%
- Rated the faculty highly: 100%
- Graduation Rate: 87.5%
MISSION
In harmony with the mission of Loma Linda University and the School of Allied Health Professions, the Department of Health Informatics and Information Management is dedicated to:
- Educating competent health information professionals
- Promoting the health information management profession
- Extending the current knowledge of health information professionals at neighboring healthcare facilities
- Challenging students and department faculty to maintain high standards of ethical and professional behavior
- Encouraging students and faculty to seek a meaningful relationship with God and a balanced Christian lifestyle
PURPOSE
To prepare our graduates to be competent health information professionals through excellence in classroom instruction, professional practice experience, advisement, and mentoring with an emphasis on global service.
LEARNING OUTCOMES
- Conduct assessment and management of data and information needs for a variety of health-care settings.
- Advocate effective strategies for health information protection: privacy, security, and confidentiality.
- Recommend technology, database models, and data analytic tools to support decision making and strategic planning.
- Discuss and apprise revenue cycle management principles, strategies and processes.
- Monitor and analyze compliance with standards, regulations, and laws documentation related to healthcare.
- Formulate management and leadership plans and strategies in legal and ethical manners to utilization resources effectively and efficiently.
- Integrate pathophysiology, pharmacology, anatomy and physiology, medical terminology, computer concepts and application, and math statistics into the practice of health information administration.
Any student interested in the internship will be required to receive approval from their academic advisor, submit an application, and follow all HR processes. Students accepted and hired into the internship are required to register for an additional academic course to track their training progress, attend weekly virtual meetings, and set aside a minimum of 2-4 workday hours per week for their remote work hours. It is the responsibility of the student intern to arrange their work and personal schedules to meet these requirements.
Accreditation
The HEALTH INFORMATION MANAGEMENT accreditor of Loma Linda University is the Commission on Accreditation for Health Informatics and Information Management Education (CAHIIM). The College’s accreditation for BACCALAUREATE degree in HEALTH INFORMATION MANAGEMENT has been reaffirmed through 2029. 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 [email protected].