Occupational Associate of Applied Science
In the medical field, you have the ability to help people when they need it the most. If you’re the type of person who likes to assist others and who wants a career with a bright future, then consider training to enter the health care field. As technology continues to advance and the country’s aging population increases, the demand for trained medical professionals is expected to grow faster than the average for all occupations.*
At TESST College of Technology, you can train to play a significant role in a health care facility. The Associate of Applied Science in Health Information Technology program combines classroom instruction in marketing and facility planning with hands-on training in medical coding and abstracting procedures.
Professional Responsibilities
This is your opportunity to develop the necessary knowledge and skills to successfully seek a career in the health technology field. Our program can teach you how to:
- Process and maintain health information
- Assign code numbers for diagnoses and procedures
- Answer legal and insurance inquiries
- Evaluate health record content for accuracy
- Abstract health records
- Compile reports
Potential Career Opportunities
As a graduate in the health information technology field, you may search for entry-level positions in these settings:
- Medical offices
- Medical clinics
- Hospitals
- Health care facilities
- Insurance companies