Chart Your Path in Health Information Management
The health information management associate in applied science (AAS) degree at STLCC teaches students to manage electronic health records and health care data with confidence.
If you’re interested in working with data, solving problems and keeping information accurate and organized, this program is a great fit. You’ll develop skills in analyzing information, using technology to manage records and ensuring data is secure and reliable—all of which are essential in health care and beyond.
What is Health Information Management at St. Louis Community College?
Professionals in this field play a key role in keeping patient records accurate and accessible. They organize and maintain medical records, manage data for billing, research and compliance, and oversee health care information systems.
You'll learn how to apply health care laws and regulations, protect patient data and use electronic health record systems to support clinical and administrative decisions. The program also explores how data improves patient care, streamlines billing and supports research and compliance.
You can choose from two specialized tracks: data management (DM), where you learn to evaluate data sets for compliance, or revenue management (RM), which focuses on assessing and improving revenue cycle processes.
What Can You Do With a Health Information Management Associate Degree?
Earning an AAS in health information management can lead to careers in health care such as:
- Medical records technician: organize and maintain patient files
- Health information technician: manage electronic health records and ensure data accuracy
- Coding specialist: translate patient information into standardized medical codes for billing, research and compliance
Students at STLCC can also earn a clinical coding certificate or degree to gain specialized skills in medical coding. This credential enhances career prospects, preparing graduates for higher-level positions and leadership opportunities in health care organizations.
AAS in Health Information Management
- Degree offered: Associate in applied science
- Locations: Forest Park
- Hours to complete: 60
- Program contact name: Patricia Sherman
- Program contact email: psherman@stlcc.edu
Tuition for district residents is $122 per credit hour for in-district students. Find out more about our straightforward and low-cost tuition structure.
Accreditation
The health information management accreditor of St. Louis Community College is the Commission on Accreditation for Health Informatics and Information Management Education (CAHIIM). The College’s accreditation for associate degree in health information management has been reaffirmed through 2022-2023.
All inquiries about the program's accreditation status should be directed by mail to CAHIIM, 200 East Randolph Street, Suite 5100, Chicago, IL, 60601. You may make inquiries by phone at 312-235-3255 or by email at info@cahiim.org.
In addition, this program adheres to the American Health Information Management Association’s (AHIMA) Framework for HIT education.
Program Outcomes
Below are the statistics of student achievement and outcomes for the health information management AAS program at STLCC.
- Graduation Rate – 76%
- Employment Rate – 92%
- Other Outcome Rates
- Retention Rate – 72% (2021-2022)
- Student Satisfaction Rate – 88% (2021-2022)
- Certification Exam Pass Rate – 75% (8/1/2021 to 7/31/2022)
Why You Should Choose STLCC's Health Information Management Program
Flexible Schedule for Working Students
Because this program is designed for working students, evening and online classes are available. Classroom-based courses provide intensive, hands-on skill development.
Graduate With Little or No Debt
We believe cost should never be a barrier to achieving your potential. Save over $4,700 per year with tuition that's one-third lower than other local institutions. Plus, we'll help you navigate scholarship options and financial aid.
Caring for Students
STLCC goes beyond academics with support services, ranging from stress and anxiety management to grants for childcare, emergency crisis support, clothing and free meals through Archers' Market and Brown Bag Café food pantry.
Ramp Up High-Wage Skills
STLCC offers career-focused programs for high-wage, high-skill and in-demand jobs. STLCC provides opportunities for college transfers, career development and workforce training.
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