Healthcare IT Technician: Online Certificate Program

Start an exciting new career at the crossroads of healthcare and technology with our Healthcare IT Online Certificate Program. You'll gain valuable skills in two rapidly growing industries that will empower you to make a difference in patient care. You can get certified and start working in as little as 12 months!

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This Healthcare IT Technician Certificate Program is a great fit for:

  • Individuals interested in a career in healthcare
  • Recent high school graduates
  • Any student, healthcare professional, or aspiring healthcare worker who’s looking to join a booming field with opportunities for growth

About the Online Healthcare IT Technician Certificate Program

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COURSE LENGTH

24 weeks

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TIME COMMITMENT

15-20 Hours Per Week

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TUITION

$4,000*

*You can pay as little as $261 per month. For full payment options and different financing plans, including interest rates from external lenders, please talk to our enrollment team.

In this online certification program, your training will center around regulatory requirements for Electronic Health Records (EHR), organizational behavior, IT operations, medical business operations, networking and security.

The core training within this program allows students to choose a path for certification:

  • The first path has a healthcare focus which prepares students for certification in Electronic Health Records (CEHRS) and CompTIA's A+, while gaining exposure to Medical Office Procedures and Administration, and Network+.
  • The second path has a technical focus, which prepares students for certification in CompTIA's A+ and CompTIA's Network+, while gaining exposure to Medical Office Procedures and Administration, and Electronic Health Records.

Healthcare IT Technician Fast Facts

17%

PROJECTED GROWTH OF HEALTHCARE IT TECHNICIAN EMPLOYMENT

7,000

NEW HEALTHCARE IT TECHNICIAN JOBS EXPECTED BY 2031

Career Paths

HEALTH INFORMATION TECHNICIAN
ELECTRONIC HEALTH RECORDS SPECIALIST
MEDICAL CODING SPECIALIST
HEALTHCARE DATA ANALYST
HEALTHCARE SYSTEMS ANALYST
CLINICAL INFORMATICS SPECIALIST
TELEHEALTH COORDINATOR

The median salary for health information technologists is $58,250. The top 10 percent make over $103,000 per year!

-Bureau of Labor Statistics

Interested in a healthcare career, but not sure where to start?

Download our FREE Finding My Career Path Guide. This PDF (5-min read) is packed with all the resources you need to make an informed decision about your future: 

  • A sample profile of a healthcare job, including salary and job outlook through 2031. 
  • A “Day in the Life” job description to help you picture yourself working your new healthcare career. 
  • The 10 questions you need to ask yourself to determine if healthcare is right for you.





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Is this Healthcare IT Technician Certificate Program right for me? 

If you have some or many of the following personality traits, abilities or desires, a career as a healthcare it technician may be a great fit!

  • Are you looking for a career that offers diverse opportunities, combining your interests in healthcare and technology?  
  • Do you have a strong attention to detail and enjoy working with data and information management?  
  • Are you comfortable with using and learning new software applications and systems? * Are you a problem solver who enjoys finding innovative solutions to challenges in healthcare and technology?  
  • Are you passionate about improving patient care and healthcare outcomes through the effective use of technology?  
  • Are you interested in staying up-to-date with advancements in healthcare technology and informatics? 

Why Choose St. Ambrose University?

The Healthcare IT Technician Certificate Program at St. Ambrose University offers students:

  • Flexible scheduling options, which allow you to balance your studies with personal commitments. 
  • A program with an emphasis on professionalism, ethics and patient-centered care.
  • Affordable tuition fees and financing options for those who qualify.
  • Convenient and accessible learning from anywhere in the U.S. — without geographical constraints.
  • Supportive online community and resources for networking and career development.

Inquire Today

Ready to begin your career journey or have more questions? Connect with a Workforce Training Specialist today!

Thank you for your interest, you have an exciting journey ahead!

Schedule a call with your Workforce Development Specialist!