Diploma in Health Information Management

Canada

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What will I learn?

Description

This program develops the skills and knowledge you need to effectively manage the health information required for patient care, administration, research, and education. The program trains you in the specialized techniques required in health information management. It offers a unique combination of medical, computer, and business courses.

Emphasis during the program will be on the following:

  • Health information science
  • Medical terminology
  • Anatomy and physiology
  • Medical coding
  • Computerization
  • Statistical analysis

As a graduate you will be eligible to write the national certification exam administered by the Canadian Health Information Management Association. Successful certification allows you to seek employment across Canada.

Who Should Enrol?

This program will appeal to you if you want to combine your interest in the health care field with medical, computer and business skills.

You could be well suited for this program, if you possess the following traits:

  • strong interpersonal skills
  • excellent attention to detail
  • strong organizational skills
  • ability to maintain confidentiality
  • good oral & written communication skills
  • previous work experience in a Healthcare setting, in particular a Health Information Department would be a definite asset.

This program is academically demanding, and you should be prepared to set aside time on a regular basis to complete projects and assignments outside of daily class hours. The workload will vary from term to term and students must be self disciplined to keep up with the demands of the program. .

Employment Potential

Most graduates have found employment in a variety of health-related facilities, such as:

  • Acute and chronic care hospitals
  • Cancer treatment centres
  • Mental health centres
  • Adolescent treatment centres
  • Paramedical and government agencies
  • Research studies
  • Clinics
  • Group practices

Others are employed as sole-charge health information practitioners in rural health care facilities.

Which department am I in?

Red River College

Study options

Full Time (2 years)

Tuition fees
CAD$15,911.00 (9,77,094) per year
Year 1: CAN $15,911; Year 2: CAN $16,366

*Price shown is for indicative purposes, please check with institution

Start date

26 August 2024

Venue

Red River College

Notre Dame Campus,

2055 Notre Dame Avenue,

Winnipeg,

Manitoba (MB),

R3H 0J9, Canada

Entry requirements

For international students

Regular Admission Requirements

Grade 12

Submit proof of graduation from or enrolment in Grade 12, including one credit of:

Grade 12 Biology 40S

or

Grade 12 Chemistry 40S

One credit of Grade 12 Applied Math 40S or Pre-Calculus Math 40S is not required but is strongly recommended.

If you provide proof of enrolment at time of application, your official final grades indicating successful completion must be submitted by July 15 for fall enrolment or by the deadline specified in your admission letter

Mature Student Admission Requirements

If you are 19 years of age or older and have been out of high school for a minimum of one year at time of application, and you do not meet the regular admission requirements, you may apply under the Mature Student admission requirements.

Academic Requirement

High school graduation is not required, but you must have successfully completed or be enrolled in:

One credit in each of the following courses:

Grade 12 English 40S

Grade 12 Biology 40S or Chemistry 40S

Grade 12 Applied Math 40S or Pre-Calculus Math 40S is not required but is strongly recommended

English Language Requirements:

International English Language Testing System (IELTS - Academic): Listening 6.5, Speaking 6.5, Reading 6.5, Writing 6.0 or

CAEL and CAEL Online (Canadian Academic English Language): Listening 70, Speaking 70, Reading 70, Writing 70

PTE - Academic Online Assessment (Pearson Test of English): Listening 65, Speaking 65, Reading 65, Writing 65

TOEFL - iBT (Test of English as a Foreign Language - internet Based Test): Listening 24, Speaking 23, Reading 24, Writing 27

Duolingo (Duolingo English Test): minimum overall score of 115 required.

*There may be different IELTS requirements depending on your chosen course.

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About Red River College

Red River College Polytech students enjoy a well-rounded education with a focus on applied learning, ensuring they are ready for their future careers.

  • Wide range of study programs available
  • Focus on applied learning using state-of-the-art equipment
  • Vibrant and diverse student community, welcoming to all
  • Extensive services for academic and personal support