Overview
Work in the field where health and information technology intersect
Learn to use technology, clinical guidelines, information systems and data management practices to optimize the collection, storage and use of information in healthcare. Gain in-demand skills that can be applied to nursing, clinical care, dentistry, pharmacy, public health, occupational therapy and medical research. Here you’ll examine:
- The fundamental theories, principles and ethical standards of health informatics
- Technical foundations for effective systems analysis design and implementation
- Project management, quality control and performance evaluation
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Program highlights Learn More
- Diploma program that teaches in demand skills in the health sector
- Flexible online courses that fit your schedule
- Taught by industry experts
Learning outcomes Learn More
- Review fundamentals in theory and ethical standards
- Learn the foundations in technical systems, analysis and design
- Leverage IT systems to collect, code and classify data and information in the healthcare sector
Learn more about the Health Informatics program
- Healthcare professionals seeking a second career or new career path
- Individuals with related study or a background in computer science or IT
- Individuals who are currently employed or seeking employment in the field of health informatics
- Health informatics professionals looking to upgrade previous educational background
- International professionals seeking Canadian education in health informatics
Earning a Diploma in Health Informatics opens doors to a wide range of career opportunities including:
- Data Analyst
- Healthcare Manager
- Health Systems Planner
- Quality Performance Specialist
- Health Information Systems Analyst
- Research Coordinator
- Health Policy Analyst
- Healthcare Advocate
- Health Systems Designer
- Healthcare Software Developer
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Diploma in Health Informatics
Earn a Diploma in Health Informatics when you successfully complete 8 core courses, plus 1 elective course* listed.
*Also: optional practical experience course in a healthcare setting
Core Courses (Complete all 8)
3.0 UNITS
HTH 101
Health Information Management I
3.0 UNITS
HTH 105
Information Systems & Technology
3.0 UNITS
HTH 109
Systems Analysis & Evaluation
3.0 UNITS
HTH 110
Health Informatics Data Analysis
3.0 UNITS