Associate of Science
The Associate of Science in Health Informatics program prepares students for careers at the intersection of healthcare, information technology and data management. This program provides foundational knowledge in health information systems, medical coding, artificial intelligence, data security and regulatory compliance. Students gain practical skills in managing and analyzing healthcare data to support clinical decision making and improve patient care.
Through a combination of coursework and hands-on experience, students develop expertise in health data management, interoperability, privacy laws such as the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) and healthcare analytics. Graduates of this program are well-prepared for entry-level positions in hospitals, clinics, insurance companies and other healthcare organizations as well as for further study in health informatics or related fields.
The Health Informatics program is delivered completely via the internet through a combination of Remote Learning (synchronous) and Online (asynchronous) coursework.
Graduates of the program are eligible to take the National Examination of the American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA) to qualify as a registered health information technician (RHIT).
Students must make separate application to this program.
The Health Informatics program at Community College of Allegheny County (CCAC) is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation for Health Informatics and Information Management Education (CAHIIM). The College’s accreditation for the Associate degree in Health Information Technology/Health Informatics has been reaffirmed through 2028-2029.
All inquiries about the program’s accreditation status should be directed by mail to: CAHIIM, 200 East Randolph Street, Suite 5100, Chicago, IL, 60601; By phone: (312) 235-3255; By email: info@cahiim.org
Upon successful completion of the program, the graduate will:
- Understand and apply health informatics principles in healthcare settings.
- Manage data in electronic health records (EHR) systems.
- Analyze healthcare data to improve patient care and operational efficiency.
- Ensure compliance with legal, ethical and regulatory healthcare standards.
- Demonstrate proficiency in medical coding, classification systems, and data security.
- Translate healthcare concepts into machine readable languages.
- Communicate effectively with healthcare professionals regarding informatics solutions.
See Health Informatics Program for more information.