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Health Information Technology Course Sequences

Health Information Technology Course Sequences

The Health Information Technology department offers the following degree and certificate programs:

Associate in Applied Science in HIT (Full time day program)
This is a limited enrollment program offered only in Des Plaines. This 61 credit degree program combines academic, technical and clinical experiences that prepare graduates to be members of the healthcare team specializing in the field of Health Information Technology.

Associate in Applied Science in HIT (Part time evening program)
This is a limited enrollment program offered only in Des Plaines. This 61 credit degree program combines academic, technical and clinical experiences that prepare graduates to be members of the healthcare team specializing in the field of Health Information Technology.

Medical Coding Certificate
This 29 credit program prepares students for detailed medical coding using ICD-10-CM/PCS and CPT coding systems and AHIMA's Certified Coding Associate certification exam.

Medical Billing Certificate
This 16 credit program prepares students for billing positions using ICD-10-CM and CPT coding systems.

Our curriculum follows AHIMA' requirements for the RHIT and CCA.

Alumni Profile

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Oakton holds a special place for John Nebl, a police officer who took classes at the College during the 1980s. Not only did he find his vocation, he also found his wife.

 

IMPORTANT DATES


Ongoing
Registration open for summer and fall.

April 26
Wentcher Scholarship application due.

May 1
Academic Merit Scholarship application due.

May 1
Priority financial aid application filing date for 2013-14.

May 9, 10
Evaluation Days.

May 10
Last day of student attendance.

May 13
Summer 2013 interim classes begin.

May 13
Grading Day
Faculty on campus and available to students at designated times.

May 14
Grades due.

May 14
Commencement.

May 27
Memorial Day holiday, College closed.


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