Associate of Science in Health Information Technology
Albany State University

Program Details

The Associate of Science in Health Information Technology is designed to prepare you for entry-level employment as a health information technician.  This online health informatics degree trains you in tasks related to the use, analysis, presentation, and coding of health care data in manual or electronic form.

Health information technology helps organizations manage their data effectively: they help predict, collect, store, and manage data.  This program provides a foundational understanding of these tools.  Health information professionals are vital to the daily operations management of health information and electronic health records.  They ensure a patient’s health information and records are complete, accurate, and protected.  Potential career opportunities for graduates include:

  • Clinical coding specialist
  • Insurance claims analyst
  • Records technician

% Online

100% Online

School Accreditation & Licensing

Albany State University is accredited by:

Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC)

Program Requirements & Restrictions

Minimum Education

High School or Equivalent

Admission Tests

ACT/SAT

Application Requirements

Official High School Transcript/GED Score