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Find your future with a health information degree

Protecting and managing health information are critical functions in the medical world, and the industry relies on both tech-savvy specialists and strong leaders to keep patient data safe. In this wide-ranging field, you might build defenses against data breaches or create processes to protect patient privacy. You could even oversee complex systems, manage finances, lead teams, and more.

If you’re eager to make an impact in healthcare, take the next step with a health information degree here at DeVry:

  • Essential job skills: Gain practical knowledge to prepare for the career you want, whether that’s building an acumen for management or diving deep into the technology used in today’s real workplaces.

  • Immersive learning: Get hands-on with the tools and information used in the healthcare industry, like simulated patient records, medical terminology, statistics, analytics, and more.

  • Certification prep: Our health information degree programs are built to prepare you for relevant industry certifications, which can help you stand out to hiring managers.

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Accreditation matters

Being accredited means we’ve met rigorous quality standards and are committed to giving you the education you deserve. Our accreditation and recognitions include:

  • Commission on Accreditation for Health Informatics and Information Management Education (CAHIIM): Our Associate in Health Information Technology with a Health Information Specialization and Bachelor’s in Technical Management with a Health Information Management Specialization are accredited by CAHIIM.1

  • The Higher Learning Commission (HLC): DeVry University is accredited by the HLC, www.hlcommission.org. Our Keller Graduate School of Management is included in this accreditation.

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Health information technology and management careers

Whether your passion lies with helping to lead the business side of healthcare or being part of the ever-evolving digital spaces of the medical world, you have a lot of options for a future career path.

Careers you might pursue with a health information degree include:

  • Coding manager

  • Compliance auditor

  • Data analyst or data integrity specialist

  • Health information analyst, specialist, or manager

  • Information security analyst

  • Medical records director

  • Patient account specialist

  • Systems analyst

What’s more, our Career Services team can help you explore job possibilities with resume tips, interview coaching, professional networking, and more. The support starts while you’re in school and stays on your side for life.

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The opportunity to make an impact is growing

The medical world is always changing, and the need for trained pros in the field is increasing. While actual local growth may vary, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics projects a 16% growth nationally in employment from 2023 to 2033 for health information technologists and medical registrars.

Why study health information technology and management at DeVry

Through our Digital Health Core coursework, you’ll develop essential health information skills in areas like medical terminology, ethics, electronic medical records, and data privacy. You’ll also get to dive into simulated patient records to build your understanding of what it’s like to contribute to a real workplace. Plus, you can explore ways to improve organizational efficiency and optimize the quality of patient care. 

Your education here at DeVry can also prepare you to pursue industry-recognized credentials to make your resume shine. 

Depending on your health information program, certifications you may consider pursuing include:

  • AHIMA’s Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT): Our Associate in Health Information Technology with a Health Information Specialization will prepare you to pursue this certification.

  • AHIMA’s Registered Health Information Administrator (RHIA): Our Bachelor’s in Technical Management with a Health Information Specialization will prepare you to pursue this certification.

Level up your learning

When you earn a degree here at DeVry, it might go even further than you’d think. That’s because your qualifying credits count toward your next degree.2 Here’s how it works: Say you earn an associate degree. When you’re ready to advance, you can apply your qualifying credits toward a related bachelor’s, allowing you to complete it a little faster. You’ll boost your skills and keep building your resume as you go. It’s a win-win — and we’ll be cheering you on every step of the way.

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What you'll learn in a DeVry health information program

Our health information classes can help you prepare for your future in healthcare with a focus on the technology and operations knowledge you need:

  • Compliance, ethics, and patient privacy

  • Electronic medical records and digital health tools

  • Financial management and budgeting

  • Health insurance billing and reimbursement

  • Management theories

  • Medical terminology

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Tiffany P.
Associate in Health Information Technology, 2022
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Not only am I earning my degree but I'm getting interview tips and advice. I'm getting help with making a resume...I feel confident to know that DeVry will be there to help me through the job search process.
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Frequently asked questions

What is health information technology?

Health information technology refers to the software, systems, and databases used to store and protect healthcare information, like patient data found in electronic health records.

What can I do with a health information technology degree?

With a health information technology degree, you can consider many jobs in the healthcare industry, including:

  • Healthcare data analyst
  • Healthcare information management analyst 
  • Information security analyst 
  • Release of information specialist

What is health information management?

Health information management is the organization and management of patient health data found in medical records to help improve care delivery and operations while safeguarding digital records.

What can you do with a health information management degree?

With a health information management degree, you can consider many roles, including:

  • Coding manager 
  • Compliance auditor 
  • Director of health information 
  • Health informatics specialist 
  • Medical records director   

How do I apply to enroll at DeVry?

Applying is quick and easy:

  1. Talk to an admissions representative: Fill out a brief form, and we’ll reach out to walk you through the process. 
  2. Submit your application: We’ll take you through the application over the phone. If you prefer, you can apply online. It only takes 5-10 minutes.
  3. Enroll in your first courses: Once everything is submitted and verified, we’ll help you build your schedule.

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1The University’s accreditation for these programs have been reaffirmed through 2029-2030. All inquiries about the program’s accreditation status should be directed by mail to CAHIIM, 200 E. Randolph St., Ste. 5100, Chicago, IL, 60601; by phone at 312.235.3255; or by email at [email protected].

2At the time of application to the next credential level, an evaluation of qualifying transfer credit will occur and the most beneficial outcome will be applied. Future programmatic changes could impact the application of credits to a future program at DeVry. Refer to the academic catalog for details.

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In New York, DeVry University operates as DeVry College of New York. DeVry University is accredited by The Higher Learning Commission (HLC), www.hlcommission.org. The University’s Keller Graduate School of Management is included in this accreditation. DeVry is certified to operate by the State Council of Higher Education for Virginia. Arlington Campus: 1400 Crystal Dr., Ste. 120, Arlington, VA 22202. DeVry University is authorized for operation as a postsecondary educational institution by the Tennessee Higher Education Commission, www.tn.gov/thec. Lisle Campus: 4225 Naperville Rd, Suite 400, Lisle, IL 60532. Unresolved complaints may be reported to the Illinois Board of Higher Education through the online complaint system https://complaints.ibhe.org/. View DeVry University’s complaint process https://www.devry.edu/compliance/student-complaint-procedure.html Program availability varies by location. In site-based programs, students will be required to take a substantial amount of coursework online to complete their program. Do Not Sell or Share My Personal Information.


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