Micro-Credentials

The Health Information and Informatics, BS (BSHII) program (formerly known as Health Information Management, BSHIM), now offers 5 embedded micro-credentials—specialized certifications that can be earned alongside your degree in the areas of Healthcare Management, Health Information Privacy and Cybersecurity, System Design and Database Management, Data Analytics and Visualization, and Revenue Cycle Management. Comprising 49 of the 78 program units, these stackable credentials allow you to focus on key areas of health information and informatics, enhancing your expertise and career prospects.

What Are Micro-Credentials?

Micro-credentials are short, targeted certifications that focus on specific skills or knowledge. They allow you to gain specialized expertise in high-demand areas while earning your degree, making you more competitive in the job market.

What Are the Benefits?

Enhanced Career Opportunities: Stand out to employers with credentials that demonstrate expertise in high-demand areas of healthcare.
Targeted Skill Development: Gain specialized knowledge in key areas of health information and informatics, directly applicable to your career.
Flexibility: Earn micro-credentials alongside your degree, allowing you to customize your learning path without delaying graduation.

Advance Your Career with Specialized Micro-Credentials

Micro-credential Areas of Emphasis

Healthcare Management

Healthcare Management (MGMT): This micro-credential focuses on leadership and management skills in health information systems. It’s ideal for those looking to take on supervisory or managerial roles, helping you lead teams, oversee projects, and improve workflows in healthcare settings.

4 Courses/12 Units:

AHCJ 331 – Human Resource Management (3)
HLIN 494 – Management in Healthcare (3)
HCBL 345 – Project Management (3)
HLIN 440 – Leadership (3)

Health Information Privacy and Cybersecurity

Health Information Privacy and Cybersecurity (HIPC): Gain specialized knowledge in protecting patient data and ensuring compliance with privacy regulations like HIPAA. This credential prepares you to tackle cybersecurity challenges, making you an asset to organizations focused on safeguarding sensitive health information.

2 Courses/6 Units:

HLIN 347 Legal Aspects of Health Information (4)
HLIN XXX Cybersecurity (2)

System Design and Database Management

System Design and Database Management (SDDM): Learn the fundamentals of designing and managing health information systems and databases. This credential benefits those aiming to work in IT roles within healthcare, ensuring systems are efficient, secure, and scalable to meet industry needs.

3 Courses/11 Units:

HLIN 344 – Healthcare Informatics & Database Management (3)
HLIN 471 – Health Information Systems (4)
HLIN 472 – System Design and Usability (4)

Data Analytics and Visualization

Data Analytics and Visualization (DAV): Master the tools and techniques for analyzing health data and presenting it in visually compelling ways. This micro-credential is perfect for those looking to use data-driven insights to improve decision-making and optimize healthcare processes.

3 Courses/10 Units:

HLIN 437 – Data Analytics and Visualizations (4)
HLIN xxx – Python Programming (3)
HLIN xxx – Advance Data Insights with Machine Learning (3)

Revenue Cycle Management

Revenue Cycle Management (REV): Focus on the financial processes in healthcare, from patient intake to billing and reimbursement. This credential equips you with the skills needed to manage revenue cycles effectively, helping healthcare organizations improve financial performance and patient satisfaction.