This certificate prepares clinicians and health care managers to develop and manage health information technology (IT) and systems. Students learn the theory, development, management, adoption, and use of information systems in clinical, administrative, and financial healthcare settings. Certificate coursework stresses the impact of technology on outcomes and quality of healthcare services. The certificate is ideal for individuals who want to learn foundations of information systems, basic technical skills including database design and management, healthcare data integration and exchange, and management of health information systems. It is also suitable for IT professionals who are new to the healthcare community.

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