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Health Information Technician Careers

A health information technician degree program can help prepare you to explore a variety of career opportunities upon graduation. There are many diverse options available to well-trained health information technicians.

Health Information Technician Certification

After completing a health information technician degree program students are encouraged to use the skills they have learned to complete a variety of certification tests given by the American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA) and the American Association of Professional Coders (AAPC).

While certifications are not mandatory, obtaining a certification can enhance employment opportunities by making you a more competitive candidate for a position. A couple certifications graduates of the Health Information Technician degree program at Brown College are eligible for include:

• Certified Coding Associate examination (CCA)
• Certified Professional Coder-Apprentice examination (CPC-Apprentice)

Other exams offered by these agencies may require significant additional work experience and/or graduation from a program accredited by AHIMA.

Health Information Technician Careers

Health information technicians have the opportunity to find employment in a variety of healthcare facilities. They are a valuable asset to a healthcare team, because health information technicians perform a variety of important job functions that greatly help to ensure patient safety. Some places health information technician’s are valuable include:

• Hospitals
• Private physician’s offices
• Outpatient facilities
• Home health care facilities
• Government agencies

Contact Brown College today to learn more about our Health Information Technician program, and to discover what Brown College has to offer!

Brown College cannot guarantee employment or salary.



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