Health Information Technology

The following pre-program requirements must be completed with a grade of C or better before final acceptance into the Health Information Technology program:

1. All developmental coursework as indicated by the results of the College Placement Tests. [ENG-089, ENG-100, MAT-080, and the DVS (Developmental Studies) Series]
2. Introduction to Biological Science (BIO-110)
3. Credit cumulative quality point average of 2.50 or better

CCAC offers students state-of-the-art equipment and facilities including a dedicated HIT laboratory housed in Milton Hall with 20 computers that connect to the campus network. 

CCAC utilizes community Advisory Committees in all of its health career programs. The HIT program Advisory Committee is comprised of health information practitioners, faculty and college administrators who provide advice regarding curriculum revisions, marketing and recruiting, changing employment opportunities and clinical education. Advisory Committee members serve as the liaison between the health care community and the college. 

Clinical experiences are provided in area health care facilities as well as the campus HIT skills laboratory. 

All HIT students are required to have a physical examination, updated immunizations including the influenza vaccine, child abuse clearance, a criminal background check and FBI fingerprints prior to their first professional practice clinical placement. In addition, some facilities may require additional laboratory tests. Students are responsible for any fees incurred as a result of completing these requirements.